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Laura King

Canberra,ACT

Summary

Accomplished physiotherapists possessing strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills. Skillful in monitoring results and prescribing optimal, evidence based treatment to achieve client goals. Strong, professional communicator to provide thorough education to clients and develop strong relationships with clients and other health professionals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Physiotherapist

Southside Physio
08.2022 - Current
  • Assessment and treatment of a wide variety of conditions including musculoskeletal, sporting injuries, autoimmune, NDIS, DVA and third party clients.
  • Made clinical assessments and diagnoses to treat physical problems and conditions.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to ensure most effective treatment methods were employed for each individual case.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Enhanced patients quality of life through targeted physical therapy exercises and pain management techniques.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Educated patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term health and wellbeing.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes, including exercise physiologists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists and dieticians.
  • Increased patient satisfaction rates by consistently delivering compassionate, attentive care throughout all treatments.
  • Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, ensuring seamless communication and coordination for mutual clients needs.

Community Physiotherapist

Access Physiotherapy Services
08.2022 - Current
  • Developed individual treatment plans centred around patient and physiotherapy goals, as well as evidence-based techniques.
  • Improved patient mobility, independence and quality of life by designing and implementing personalised treatment plans.
  • Assisted patient in obtaining appropriate assistive devices.
  • Provided patient with information, techniques and support to enhance development of motor skills.
  • Participated in routine reviews with service coordinators to discuss progress.

Administration Officer

Southside Physio
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, contributing to a positive work environment.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing enquiries professionally and in a timely manner.
  • Screened and transferred incoming calls, including booking/rescheduling appointments, addressed third party enquiries, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
  • Aided colleagues, managers, and customers through regular communication and assistance.
  • Managing DVA information including invoices, referrals, reports and equipment processing across three clinics.
  • Managing ageing debt reports across three clinics.

Administration Manager + Allied Health Assistant

Access Physiotherapy Services
01.2020 - 08.2022
  • Developed effective processes that streamlined required paperwork/reports, incoming referrals, invoicing, and equipment ordering.
  • Processing of incoming referrals, enquiries from referrers, invoices, plan renewals and equipment requests.
  • Supported therapists with paperwork/emails to decrease workload and promote conformance.
  • Delivered individualised programs to NDIS participants of varying disability as implemented by the leading physiotherapists.

Receptionist + Pilates Instructor

Performance Edge Physiotherapy
08.2017 - 07.2021
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Provided support to physiotherapists with administrative needs to maximise efficiency and productivity.
  • Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
  • Designing and implementing an effective telehealth system during COVID-19 lockdown.
  • Provided assessment and supervised matwork pilates sessions in a one-on-one and small group environment.

Education

Master of Science - Master of Physiotherapy

University of Canberra
Canberra, ACT
07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Sports And Exercise Science

University of Canberra
Canberra, ACT
11.2018

Skills

  • 2024 - ACL Meniscus Non-Operative Treatment by Dr Kieran Richardson
  • 2024 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • 2023 - Dry Needling level 1&2
  • 2023 - Level 1 Strength and Conditioning - ASCA
  • 2022 - Provide First Aid - SMA
  • 2022 - Level 2 Sports Trainer - SMA

Sporting History

  • 2023 - 2024 - Physiotherapist for Tuggeranong Valley AFL.
  • 2022 - Current - Assistant Physiotherapist for Australian Jillaroos Rugby League. Including 2021 Rugby League World Cup, 2023 Pacific Championships, 2023 Australian PM's XIII.
  • 2022 - 2023 - Head Physiotherapist for Canberra Raiders u19's Tarsha Gale Cup team.
  • 2022 - Physiotherapist for Australian Schoolgirls Rugby League team.
  • 2022 - Physiotherapist for NRL Indigenous Women's Academy.
  • 2019 - 2022 - Head Sports Trainer for Canberra Raiders u15-u19's male and female teams.
  • 2019 - 2021 - Sports Trainer for Tuggeranong Vikings Rugby Union club.

Referees

Simon Kragh

Southside Physio

Director / Physiotherapist

0433 362 600

Please do not call without asking myself first


Angela Flack

Australian Jillaroos 

Head Physiotherapist

0413 623 083


Simon Buxton

National Rugby League

Elite Female Performance Manager

0414 237 761


Additional referees can be provided upon request

Timeline

Physiotherapist

Southside Physio
08.2022 - Current

Community Physiotherapist

Access Physiotherapy Services
08.2022 - Current

Administration Officer

Southside Physio
07.2021 - 08.2022

Administration Manager + Allied Health Assistant

Access Physiotherapy Services
01.2020 - 08.2022

Receptionist + Pilates Instructor

Performance Edge Physiotherapy
08.2017 - 07.2021

Master of Science - Master of Physiotherapy

University of Canberra

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Sports And Exercise Science

University of Canberra
Laura King