Harry Rushton

Ambitious and personable final year Master of Physiotherapy student with a strong foundation in musculoskeletal assessment, exercise prescription and hands on therapy. Passionate about helping people achieve their goals through evidence informed, patient-centred care while building meaningful therapeutic relationships. Committed to continual learning, actively seeking and applying feedback, and excited to begin my career in private practice as part of a collaborative team.

Donvale Rehabilitation Hospital (5 weeks) March-April 2026

• Conducted comprehensive subjective and objective musculoskeletal assessments for post-operative knee, hip, shoulder and spinal surgery patients.
• Developed individualised exercise programs and educated patients on recovery timelines, pain management and strategies to optimise functional outcomes.
• Utilised manual therapy techniques, including joint mobilisations and soft tissue therapy where appropriate, to complement exercise rehabilitation
• Monitored patient progress using objective outcome measures and modified treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to maximise recovery.
• Built strong therapeutic rapport with patients to promote confidence, adherence to rehabilitation and successful return to daily activities and meaningful function upon discharge.

Wantirna Health (5 weeks) May-June 2026

• Conducted comprehensive cardiorespiratory assessments to identify functional limitations, establish rehabilitation goals and guide safe exercise participation.
• Planned and delivered cardiac rehabilitation exercise classes for groups of up to 15 participants, tailoring exercise intensity and progression to each patient's individual needs, goals and clinical presentation.
• Completed home visits through the Hospital Admission Risk Program (HARP), assessing patients in their home environment and implementing strategies to improve function, independence and reduce the risk of hospital readmission.
• Developed strong patient education and communication skills, empowering patients to self manage chronic cardiac and respiratory conditions while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Peter James centre (4 weeks *impacted by VAHPA Industrial Action) June-July 2026

• Assessed and treated patients following stroke with a broad range of neurological impairments, including mobility, balance, strength and functional deficits, in a sub-acute inpatient rehabilitation setting.
• Identified key impairments and tailored rehabilitation programs to progress functional recovery in line with patient-centred and multidisciplinary team goals.
• Maintained accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical documentation, including assessment findings, treatment plans and patient progress, to support continuity of care.
• Collaborated with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team to support rehabilitation, improve functional independence and facilitate safe discharge planning.

• Anna Clark

Donvale Rehabilitation Hospital supervisor (March-April 2026)

Personal mobile: 0401 952 638

• Emilia Kelly

Wantirna Health supervisor (May-June 2026)

Contactable via work mobile at (03) 9955 1227 OR via email Emilia.Kelly@easternhealth.org.au

• Liam Bell

Peter James Centre Supervisor (June-July 2026)

Contactable via work mobile at (03) 9881 1888 OR via email Liam.Bell@easternhealth.org.au