- Gym - F45 member
- Touch football
- Running
- Golf
- Gardening
- Snow Skiing and snowboarding
Benjamin Black
Glenhaven,Nsw
Summary
With a proven track record at Lexington Health, I excel in musculoskeletal assessment and fostering patient education. My leadership has not only mentored new physiotherapists but also optimized team performance, embodying a blend of technical expertise and empathetic patient engagement.
Physiotherapist known for delivering effective treatment plans and patient care. Proven ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in manual therapy, exercise prescription, and patient education. Dependable and adaptable, ensuring high standards are met in dynamic clinical settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Physiotherapist
Hills United FC
02.2018 - Current
- Educated athletes / patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
- Carried out therapeutic interventions using evidence-based techniques to address patient needs and concerns.
- Assisted in the rehabilitation of post-operative patients by providing expert guidance and support throughout recovery process.
- Assessed individual athlete performance and implemented treatment based on established goals.
- Advised patients on avoiding injury and self-managing conditions to promote health and wellbeing.
- Mentored new physiotherapists, fostering professional growth within the clinic staff.
- Administered sports injury rehabilitation, facilitating return to pre-injury levels of activity.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, ensuring seamless communication and coordination for mutual clients' needs.
Director and Principal Physiotherapist
Lexington Health
09.2011 - Current
- Proactively identified potential risks for the business and implemented strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Reviewed data analytics for informed decision-making in critical areas such as patient retention, budgeting, or personnel management.
- Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased staff retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
Physiotherapist
Sports Physio Norwest
01.2009 - 09.2011
- Contributed to facility-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience while under care at the clinic.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Worked closely with local Orthopaedic Specialists located adjacent to the clinic and provided physiotherapy assessment and treatment in accordance with the surgeon's protocols and the patients needs.
Physiotherapist
Valentine Park Sports Medicine Centre
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Covered Weekend Sport for the business at the semi professional level for a Rugby League and Soccer club.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Physiotherapy
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW03-2006
Bachelor of Education - PDHPE
University of Canberra
Canberra, ACT04-1995
Skills
- Musculoskeletal Assessment
- Patient education and counselling
- Manual Therapy - soft tissue and joint mobilization
- Therapeutic and sports taping
- Balance and coordination training
- Postural correction techniques
- Therapeutic exercise prescription
- Post-surgical Rehabilitation
- Sports Injury Management
- Gait Analysis and Training
Affiliations
- Australian Physiotherapy Association
- Sports Medicine Australia
- Australian Strength and Conditioning Association
Certification
- APA Sports Physiotherapy level 1 and 2
- Lyn Watson Shoulder course: level 1
- Mulligans upper and lower quadrant assessment and treatment
- Dry needling level 1
- McKenzie method – Manual Diagnosis and Therapy (Levels A, B and C)
Interests
Timeline
Head Physiotherapist
Hills United FC
02.2018 - Current
Director and Principal Physiotherapist
Lexington Health
09.2011 - Current
Physiotherapist
Sports Physio Norwest
01.2009 - 09.2011
Physiotherapist
Valentine Park Sports Medicine Centre
01.2006 - 01.2009
- APA Sports Physiotherapy level 1 and 2
- Lyn Watson Shoulder course: level 1
- Mulligans upper and lower quadrant assessment and treatment
- Dry needling level 1
- McKenzie method – Manual Diagnosis and Therapy (Levels A, B and C)
Bachelor of Applied Science - Physiotherapy
University of Sydney
Bachelor of Education - PDHPE
University of Canberra
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