May Beard
Niddrie,VIC
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Grade 1 physiotherapist with experience at Royal Melbourne Hospital. Dedicated to providing safe, patient-centered care while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Focused on enhancing clinical reasoning and rehabilitation skills in a supportive hospital environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Grade 1 Physiotherapist
Royal Melbourne Hospital
Parkville
01.2026 - Current
- Assessed and managed a complex caseload of older adults with multifactorial presentations, including mobility decline, falls risk, and cognitive impairment.
- Delivered individualised, goal-directed rehabilitation, enhancing functional mobility, independence, and safety for patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care, effective discharge planning, and safe transitions for patients.
- Developed confidence recognising clinical deterioration and escalating care appropriately, including initiating MET calls.
- Built strong rapport with patients and families, fostering engagement in therapy and aligning care with individual goals and values.
Personal Care Assistant (Aged Care)
Arcadia Aged Care
Essendon
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Provided personal care and assistance with daily living activities, enhancing residents' dignity, comfort, and independence.
- Carried out safe and effective manual handling and mobility assistance in line with best practice.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with residents and their families through empathy, patience, and respectful communication.
- Collaborated with nursing and allied health staff to deliver holistic, person-centered care.
Crew Trainer
Mcdonalds
Niddrie
01.2017 - 11.2021
- Trained and mentored new staff to enhance teamwork and customer service quality.
- Developed leadership and problem-solving skills while managing responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Balanced work and full-time study, demonstrating effective time management and commitment.
Education
Doctor of Physiotherapy -
University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC12-2025
Certificate III Individual Support (Ageing) -
Kirana Colleges
Melbourne, VIC01-2023
Bachelor of Science -
University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC11-2021
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient assessment
- Clinical reasoning
- Rehabilitation education
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
- Communication
Certification
Victorian Working with Children Check
Timeline
Grade 1 Physiotherapist
Royal Melbourne Hospital
01.2026 - Current
Personal Care Assistant (Aged Care)
Arcadia Aged Care
01.2023 - 12.2025
Crew Trainer
Mcdonalds
01.2017 - 11.2021
Doctor of Physiotherapy -
University of Melbourne
Certificate III Individual Support (Ageing) -
Kirana Colleges
Bachelor of Science -
University of Melbourne