Kim Ian Sombilla
Brighton,QLD
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Physiotherapist with extensive experience in aged care and community settings, currently working with Encara. Proven ability to deliver high-quality, client-centered care focused on enhancing mobility, function, and quality of life for elderly and community-based clients. Skilled in pain management, falls prevention, rehabilitation, and chronic condition management. Strong communicator and team player committed to promoting health and independence through evidence-based practice.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physiotherapist
Encara
Brisbane, QLD
07.2019 - Current
- Assisted patients in exercises to improve mobility and strength.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate physical capabilities and limitations.
- Educated patients on injury prevention and rehabilitation techniques.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
Physical Therapy Volunteer
Brokenshire Integrated Health Ministries, Inc.
Davao City, Davao Del Sur, Philippines
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Supported patient mobility and rehabilitation through tailored exercise guidance.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to enhance patient recovery outcomes.
- Educated patients on rehabilitation exercises to promote self-management and independence.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to enhance patient care and recovery outcomes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of therapy equipment and treatment areas.
Education
No Degree - Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
Australian Learning Group
Brisbane, QLD12-2019
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
San Pedro College
Davao City, Davao Del Sur, Philippines05-2017
Skills
- Manual therapy
- Therapeutic exercise prescription
- Home exercise programs
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation
- Geriatric physiotherapy
- Assistive device prescription
- Functional capacity evaluation
- Massage therapy
- Home health care expertise
Accomplishments
- Appointed as Site Leader in CPSM Aspley (2020-2022), St. Vincent's Care Bardon (2022-Present), and Tricare Ashgrove (2023-2024), responsible for coordinating physiotherapy services, supporting team members, and liaising with facility management to ensure high-quality care delivery.
- Delivered manual handling training sessions to aged care staff, promoting workplace safety and reducing injury risk.
- Reduced fall incidents in the facility by implementing individualized exercise programs and falls prevention strategies.
- Developed and implemented tailored rehabilitation plans, leading to measurable improvements in mobility and independence for residents.
- Managed complex chronic conditions, improving clients’ pain levels, mobility, and quality of life.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving reporting accuracy and reducing admin time for physiotherapy staff.
- Contributed to maintaining facility accreditation standards through consistent clinical documentation and quality care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams (nursing, OT, care staff) to deliver holistic care plans aligned with resident goals.
Certification
- Registered Physiotherapist – Australia
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Registration No: PHY0002295794
Type: Limited Registration (Supervised Practice)
Since: 2019 - Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
Australian Learning Group, Australia
Completed: 2020 - Registered Physical Therapist – Philippines
Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
Registration No: 0030368 | Issued: 07/03/2018| Valid Until: 26/04/2027
Timeline
Physiotherapist
Encara
07.2019 - Current
Physical Therapy Volunteer
Brokenshire Integrated Health Ministries, Inc.
02.2018 - 03.2019
No Degree - Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
Australian Learning Group
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
San Pedro College