Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Registration History
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Certification
Interests
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DEVI NANDIPALLI

Physiotherapist
Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Experienced healthcare provider specialising in physiotherapy with a reputation for creating effective treatment plans and providing top-notch patient care. Skilled in manual therapy methods, exercise recommendations, and educating individuals on self-care techniques. Proven track record of collaborating with diverse teams to enhance patient health outcomes. Dependable and adaptable professional committed to upholding high standards in dynamic clinical environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Physiotherapist

Noble Physio Care
01.2023 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive clinical assessments to diagnose a wide range of physical conditions and movement disorders.
  • Formulated and implemented individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to address the specific conditions and needs of patients with acute and chronic conditions.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices and clinical data to develop, implement, and continuously refine treatment strategies for optimal outcomes.
  • Authored detailed patient case notes and reports, meticulously documenting progress, and informing treatment plan adjustments.
  • Managed a diverse caseload, addressing complex therapy needs for both acute and chronic conditions.
  • Administered a broad range of therapeutic interventions, including active/passive range of motion, muscle re-education, and specialized exercise programs.
  • Provided targeted techniques and support to enhance the development of motor skills and functional independence.
  • Assisted patients in the selection and procurement of appropriate assistive devices to improve mobility and quality of life.
  • Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnoses, therapeutic treatments, and customized home exercise programs to complement clinical sessions.
  • Developed and delivered patient education on effective injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term health and well-being.
  • Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary team members to create comprehensive care plans, ensuring holistic patient care.
  • Cultivated strong professional relationships with referring physicians, ensuring seamless communication and care coordination for mutual clients.
  • Mentored new physiotherapists, fostering their professional growth, and contributing to a high standard of clinical excellence.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.

Community Physiotherapist

TOTAL HEALTH PHYSIO
, VIC
12.2021 - 01.2023
  • A versatile and client-focused physiotherapist with experience in a community setting, managing a diverse caseload of private, Home Care Package (HCP), and NDIS clients.
  • Proficient in conducting comprehensive functional assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and delivering a range of therapeutic interventions, including hydrotherapy, pain management, and exercise prescription.
  • A collaborative professional dedicated to helping clients achieve their functional goals, enhance their independence, and improve their quality of life by working closely with multidisciplinary teams, and providing detailed reporting for NDIS plans.
  • Managed a diverse community caseload of private, Home Care Package (HCP), and NDIS clients with acute, chronic, and complex therapy needs.
  • Conducted comprehensive functional assessments and clinical evaluations to determine patient needs, and establish goals for independence in daily living and community participation.
  • Designed, constructed, and reviewed personalized clinical management and physiotherapy treatment plans to improve mobility, increase functionality, and build strength.
  • Authored detailed functional reports and letters of recommendation to effectively support clients with their NDIS plans and funding applications.
  • Enhanced patients' quality of life by implementing targeted physical therapy exercises, falls prevention strategies, and evidence-based pain management techniques.
  • Delivered a wide range of therapeutic services, including individualized exercise prescription, equipment review, and hydrotherapy.
  • Assisted in the successful rehabilitation of post-operative patients by providing expert guidance, hands-on support, and tailored exercises throughout the recovery process.
  • Worked collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team—including Support Coordinators, Occupational Therapists, Exercise Physiologists, and Behavior Therapists—to achieve holistic and optimal results for clients.
  • Managed inventory of therapeutic equipment and supplies, ensuring optimal availability and organization for daily clinical use.

Physiotherapist

PROACTIVE CARE
11.2019 - 06.2020
  • I worked as a physiotherapist in aged care. I conduct the initial assessment on new admissions, assessments on post-hospitalization, post-falls, referrals, and regular reviews of residents.
  • I provide residents with complex pain management services according to both new and old ACFI changes.
  • I effectively manage their complex pain by using different modalities, such as TENS, therapeutic massage, etc.
  • I implemented appropriate strategies for the residents to minimize and prevent falls.
  • I had done private referrals by providing rehabilitation to the clients after post-op, along with their pain management. Balance re-education and gait re-education.
  • I ordered appropriate equipment for the residents by assessing their needs and safety. Such as hip protector pads, sensor mats, mobility aids, compression garments, etc.
  • I regularly attended external professional development to enhance my skills.
  • Contributed to facility-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience while under care at the clinic.

Physiotherapist

UNITED PHYSIOTHERAPY GROUP
04.2017 - 10.2019
  • I implemented appropriate strategies for the residents to minimize and prevent falls.
  • I work collaboratively in developing care plans for the residents, and I educate staff to work safely and effectively by following the care plans.
  • I conduct group balance exercise classes for the elderly to prevent falls and strengthen.
  • I conduct 1:1 treatments for the residents, where needed, in improving their abilities.
  • I have experience working across different sites in delivering exceptional services for a wide range of clients and organizations.
  • I communicate effectively with my manager and team leader by reporting clearly and immediately when needed.
  • I document accurately and systematically by following good standards.
  • I work towards achieving clients' goals in improving their abilities needed for their daily living.
  • I regularly attended monthly internal PD days to improve my quality of work. I had completed external professional development courses as well.

Community support worker

CEREBRAL PALASY ALLIANCE - ARC group
11.2016 - 04.2017
  • I closely worked with people having both physical and mental challenges. Medical condition Such as TBI,ABI, CP, Epilepsy, autism etc
  • I assessed their needs and provided services based on their needs.
  • I clearly reported to my manager and documented appropriately.
  • Provided support and care for the clients in all aspects.
  • Casual (10 Hours /Week)

Physiotherapist

VIVIR
07.2016 - 04.2017
  • I provide services under RAC and PMP to the residents.
  • I evaluate and review residents' mobility and functional assessments.
  • I documented clearly, accurately, and appropriately in a systematic way. I have experience working on sites with paper-based systems and computer-based systems as well.
  • I actively participate in and learn from monthly internal professional development courses, as well as from external developmental courses.
  • Conducted manual handling workshops for the staff in the facility to maintain a safe workplace.
  • I used different fall prevention strategies for the safety of the clients.
  • I conducted group and one-on-one exercise sessions for the residents. such as strengthening, balance, gait re-education, etc.

Community support worker

VIVIR
04.2016 - 04.2017
  • Responsibility providing support to people living in own residence and with family members.
  • Extended support with daily living activities.
  • Aided ambulation and mobility and provided physical assistance.
  • Administered direct care support to program areas.
  • Aided people to improvise their daily skills.
  • Maintained documentation and aided team meetings
  • Casual (15-20 hours/ week)

Client Support Manager - NDIS

EMPOWER CARE SERVICES
02.2016 - 07.2016
  • Assessed client needs through assessments, and provided them with the appropriate care required.
  • Administer medication.
  • Assist with personal hygiene and toileting, as well as continence management.
  • Assist with mobility, and use ceiling hoist systems when required.
  • Implement behavior intervention and support programs.
  • Engage clients in community access activities.
  • Handled escalated cases effectively, demonstrating empathy and professionalism while resolving complex issues.

Physiotherapy Assistant

Goodwin Aged Care & rehabilitation
07.2015 - 01.2016
  • Greeted patients, and prepared them for therapy.
  • Assisted residents with their mobility aids to and from group classes.
  • Maintained the supplies and inventory according to the safety standards.
  • Reordering supplies when needed.
  • Conducting group classes like ortho fit, balance training, and yoga classes for the residents, preparing hot packs and cold packs for the residents to treat their pain according to the therapist's prescription.
  • Applying treatment plans to the residents by following therapist directives, such as massaging the required area with a gentle stroke and kneading to reduce pain.
  • Performing one-on-one exercise with clients, as given by the therapist.
  • Documenting the attendance and all the treatments performed accurately in the systems.

Physiotherapy Assistant

Bupa Aged Care and rehabilitation
09.2015 - 11.2015
  • I assisted the physiotherapist with the treatments and assessments.
  • Attended workshops and training, along with the therapist, for professional development.
  • Performed individual treatment sessions with the clients who are bed-bound.
  • Worked well with the therapist in educating the client on the use of mobility aids.
  • Recorded individual client needs, and reported to the therapist.
  • Maintained and recorded all the information on a daily basis.
  • All records are updated based on each individual client's physiotherapy care plan.
  • Performed massages for pain relief and relaxation for the clients.
  • Conducted seated exercise classes in groups.
  • Collaborated with physiotherapists to develop individualized treatment plans, enhancing patient outcomes.

Multi Skilled Care Worker

Goodwin
04.2015 - 06.2015

Skills learnt and implemented

  • Safe manual handling procedures
  • Infection control procedures
  • Risk assessment and acting according to the standards during incidents
  • Working in a dementia unit

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy

NTR University of Health Science
04.2001 -

Skills

Effective pain management strategies

Bilingual in Telugu and English

Continuing education

Progress documentation

Progress monitoring

Staff education and training

Data recording

Medical records management

Water-based therapy techniques

Wheelchair evaluation and recommendation

Assistive technology recommendation

Lymphedema treatment

Child-focused physical therapy

Dry needling expertise

Geriatric rehabilitation expertise

Kinesiology tape application

Gait assessment and training

Assistive device prescription

Equipment assessment

Comprehensive functional assessments

Balance training

Manual therapy techniques

Personalized exercise programs

Electrotherapy applications

Hands-on therapy

Patient education

Conducting falls risk assessments

Effective pain management strategies

Accomplishments

  • Worked well in a team environment.
  • Completed NDIS Worker Orientation 2021
  • Completed course on gaining confidence in disability 2021
  • Completed Queensland Health Cardio Respiratory Course 2021
  • Completed Queensland Health Musculoskeletal Course 2021.
  • Completed PD course at Monash Universities in Gerontology level 1&2 and Pediatrics
  • Completed training Alziemers disease.
  • Completed training in manual handling with hoists and other equipments
  • Completed training in aggressive behavior management.
  • Completed certification in first aid
  • Completed Certification in ACFI &complex health

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

  • Over 6.5 years experience as a Physiotherapist
  • Highly skilled in working with elderly people.
  • In-depth knowledge of different physical therapy techniques and modalities
  • Demonstrated ability to encourage and stimulate patients
  • Proven record of patience, compassion, tolerance and tact.
  • Excellent spoken and written communication skills

Registration History

  • I am having membership with Australian physiotherapy council.
  • I am professional indemnity insurance as required

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

  • Dedicated interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and health
  • Sympathetic and caring attitude

Certification

AHPRA Registered

Interests

  • Playing Sports
  • Road Trips
  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Swimming
  • High-Intensity Interval Training

Timeline

Physiotherapist

Noble Physio Care
01.2023 - Current

Community Physiotherapist

TOTAL HEALTH PHYSIO
12.2021 - 01.2023

Physiotherapist

PROACTIVE CARE
11.2019 - 06.2020

Physiotherapist

UNITED PHYSIOTHERAPY GROUP
04.2017 - 10.2019

Community support worker

CEREBRAL PALASY ALLIANCE - ARC group
11.2016 - 04.2017

Physiotherapist

VIVIR
07.2016 - 04.2017

Community support worker

VIVIR
04.2016 - 04.2017

Client Support Manager - NDIS

EMPOWER CARE SERVICES
02.2016 - 07.2016

Physiotherapy Assistant

Bupa Aged Care and rehabilitation
09.2015 - 11.2015

Physiotherapy Assistant

Goodwin Aged Care & rehabilitation
07.2015 - 01.2016

Multi Skilled Care Worker

Goodwin
04.2015 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy

NTR University of Health Science
04.2001 -
DEVI NANDIPALLIPhysiotherapist