Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Hobbies and Interests
Projects
Training
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Kiran Valiaveettil Joseph

Ipswich,QLD

Summary

Focused professional with proven ability to assess patient condition, develop and implement treatment plans, evaluate outcomes and ensure patient safety.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Queensland Health
01.2024 - Current
  • Work cooperatively & effectively in a professional manner with team members, external agencies, clients, families/carers to achieve a centred approach
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Increased patient satisfaction rates by consistently delivering compassionate, attentive care throughout all treatments.
  • Planned and administered a range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans and goals to address individual patient needs.

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Rise Physio and Health
11.2023 - Current
  • Dry Needling, Joint mobilisation and increased range of movement, Massage/ Myofascial Release, Exercise Prescription, Sports conditioning and rehabilitation, Balance rehabilitation, Trigger Point Therapy, Spinal Manipulation and rehabilitation, Pilates exercises, Neuromuscular mobilisation and rehabilitation, Kinesiology taping/strapping, TMJ (jaw) treatment

PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

Queensland Health
07.2018 - 01.2024
  • Provided advanced clinical support tasks under the supervision of a Physiotherapist, Conducted prescribed exercise programs in acute, sub-acute, rehab and community (TCP), Performed outcome measures inpatients & OPD settings as per delegation, Assisted in OPD group assessments (TKR/THR, GLAD, ACL)

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

AAC Health Group
09.2023 - 10.2023
  • Provided physiotherapy services in private practice, community care, and residential settings, Initial consultation for pre and post-surgical orthopaedic caseloads such as TKR, THR, ACLR, post-RC repairs, Meniscal repairs and post-traumatic surgical fixation, Reviewed Clients and provided rehabilitation for specific Musculoskeletal conditions such as Tendinopathies, Ankle sprains, RC dysfunction, Knee and Hip Osteoarthritis, Provided comprehensive patient assessments & effective treatment plans, Cared for CDM, DVA, Workcover, NDIS, & private clients

PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

Waitemata District Health Board
04.2014 - 05.2018
  • Support clinicians to provide customer-focused interdisciplinary therapy services to inpatients, Completing & reviewing exercise programs as per delegation, Conducting group exercise classes & teaching THR precautions, Assisting & motivating patients with mobility & strengthening exercises

REHABILITATION ASSISTANT

ABI Rehabilitation
04.2012 - 03.2014
  • Provided the appropriate level of support to clients to regain functional independence, Conducted individualised gym-based exercises, Assessed clients under supervision, Administered tests such as West Mead PTA, daily orientation, and functional activities

COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER

Senate Nursing Bureau
05.2011 - 03.2012
  • Assisted residents in improving functional independence, Conducted Balance & fall prevention programs, Mobilised elderly residents in care facility & community, Enhanced Community participation through delegated tasks

REHABILITATION ASSISTANT

Laura Fergusson Rehabilitation
01.2011 - 04.2011
  • Developed individualized exercise programs for clients, Facilitated community participation and recreational activities, Assisted AHP with delegated rehab programs and activities, Monitored progress of clients to ensure desired results

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

A.R Ortho Centre
05.2007 - 05.2009
  • Assess patients post-surgically for management and discharge planning, Discuss evaluation results, plan for treatment, and establish STG/LTG, Review patients for acute and chronic conditions, manage pain, and prescribe exercises, Organise training programs and presentations for staff, patients, caregivers, and parents

Education

Introductory Course in Dry Needling -

CPD Health Courses
02.2023

Health, Disability, and Aged Support (Core Competencies) -

NZQA - Career Force
07.2014

Kinesio Taping Fundamentals and Advanced (KT1 & KT2) -

Kinesio Taping Association International
03.2011

Graduate Diploma in Sports and Exercise Science -

Wintec
01.2011

Bachelor of Physiotherapy -

Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Paramedical Sciences
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
01.2007

Skills

  • The ability to build rapport with patients from avariety of backgrounds and communicate with their relatives and carers
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Teamworking skills
  • Dedication to professional development, and patient-centred focus to provide the best outcome
  • Problem-solving and Adaptability

References

References available upon request

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading
  • Travel and Sport

Projects

  • LIPPSMack POP trial, Assisted in conducting the trial as delegated in the surgical ward for post-operative assisted ambulation., New Zealand, 2013
  • A Comparative Study on the Effects of Aquatic Exercises versus Conventional Land Based Exercises in Subjects with Osteoarthritis of Hip or Knee, New Zealand, 2010
  • Efficacy of constraint-induced movement therapy for functional improvement of the upper extremity in acute stroke patients, India, 2007

Training

  • CALD 27th March 2018: Culture and Safety Competency, 03/27/18
  • National Allied Health Conference, 08/01/15, Christchurch, New Zealand
  • NZ.Diploma in Microsoft Excel with CPD certification, 2015
  • National Certificate in Health, Disability and Aged Support Level 3, 2014
  • Managing Challenging Behaviours in Dementia Care, 2010
  • Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention Training, 04/19/14, New Zealand
  • Maitland concept of Lumbar and cervical spine, 2005, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
  • Symposium on Orthopaedic surgery for Physiotherapists and Workshop on TKR, 2006, India
  • Hand Therapy Course, 2005, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Workshop on Treatment principles using Neurodevelopment Therapy Bobbath Approach for Children with Cerebral palsy, 2005, India
  • Shoulder Course and Shoulder Rehabilitation workshop, 2006, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

Timeline

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Queensland Health
01.2024 - Current

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Rise Physio and Health
11.2023 - Current

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

AAC Health Group
09.2023 - 10.2023

PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

Queensland Health
07.2018 - 01.2024

PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

Waitemata District Health Board
04.2014 - 05.2018

REHABILITATION ASSISTANT

ABI Rehabilitation
04.2012 - 03.2014

COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER

Senate Nursing Bureau
05.2011 - 03.2012

REHABILITATION ASSISTANT

Laura Fergusson Rehabilitation
01.2011 - 04.2011

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

A.R Ortho Centre
05.2007 - 05.2009

Introductory Course in Dry Needling -

CPD Health Courses

Health, Disability, and Aged Support (Core Competencies) -

NZQA - Career Force

Kinesio Taping Fundamentals and Advanced (KT1 & KT2) -

Kinesio Taping Association International

Graduate Diploma in Sports and Exercise Science -

Wintec

Bachelor of Physiotherapy -

Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Paramedical Sciences

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