Mehalah Ward
Perth
Summary
I am a holistic physiotherapist, and I pride myself on my ability to treat clients openmindedly, with their goals being at the priority of their care. I have a diverse skill set, with my strongest skills being my rapport building, communication, problem solving, and compassion. What fills my cup is taking my time in working alongside clients to further their understanding of their bodies and subsequently their health. I am not a cookie-cutter physiotherapist, nor do I provide treatment that seconds this. Each client is different, and should have a treatment plan to reflect this. Physiotherapy should be a collaboration, not a dictatorship between the professional and the client, and this value is reflected in the way I work.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physiotherapist
Anchorage Drive Physiotherapy
Perth
10.2022 - 12.2024
- Worked with a diverse caseload: NDIS, neurological, pediatric, women's health, workers' comp, DVA, gerontology, home visits, and community care, MSK, orthopedic, rehabilitation, acute, palliative, and chronic sports injuries.
- Liaised with exercise physiologists, surgeons, GPs, and nutritionists to help provide clients with holistic, patient-centered care.
- Prescribed therapeutic exercises focusing on strengthening muscles and improving flexibility.
- Ran several rehabilitation classes catering to each participant's individual needs.
- Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability.
- I advocated for clients when they were being recommended treatments that did not adhere to their goals or the research.
- Participated in weekly professional development to continue to aid my learning.
- Completed paperwork and documentation regarding client progress, recommendations, and referrals.
Physiotherapist
Health First Group
Karratha
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Worked with a diverse case load including: Neurological, paediatric, workers comp, NDIS, gerontology, general msk, orthopaedic, functional capacity assessments, mental health, acute sports injury and chronic pain.
- Conducted hydrotherapy programs for post surgery: TKR, THR, chronic and severe lower back pain.
- Worked as a solo clinician for a time after only just graduating
- Effectively and fairly managed workplace conflict without ineffective confrontation and communication
- Maintained organized documentation and patient files
- Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability.
- Developed personalized rehabilitation programs to maximize patient recovery and ensure progress towards goals.
- Got my level 1 Dry Needling certificate and practised using this modality
- Participated in professional development opportunities, including workshops and conferences, to stay current with advancements in physical therapy.
- Scheduled appointments with patients based on availability and severity of injury.
- Prescribed therapeutic exercises focusing on strengthening muscles and improving flexibility.
Physiotherapy Assistant
At Home Care
Perth
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Provided hands on modalities such as EMS and joint mobilisations to clients living with paraplegia and quadriplegia to prevent joint stiffness and continue muscle activation
- Worked with OT's to provide at home equipment to advance the client towards their mobility goals
- Communicated with other physical therapy staff to discuss patient progress and potentially modify treatment.
- Enhanced professional development and clinical knowledge through continuing education and peer reviewed literature.
- Observed signs and symptoms to report changes in patient condition.
Sports Trainer
Subiaco Lions
Perth
01.2019 - 12.2025
- Referred injured athletes to team physician or medical facility.
- Assessed injuries and illnesses, provided emergency care and arranged for referrals to medical facilities.
- Educated athletes on proper stretching techniques before and after workouts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
University of Notre Dame Australia
Fremantle, WA09-2021
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Patient-centered and holistic care
- Excellent communication skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Excellent listening skills
- Rehabilitation programs
- Dry needling
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Patient education
- Community care
- Exercise prescription
- Functional capacity assessments
- Emergency care
- Problem-solving
- Balance assessment
- Analytical thinking
- Culturally aware
- Acute rehabilitation background
- Trained in motor and cognitive skills therapy
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Gait analysis
- Spinal cord injury rehabilitation
- Heartsaver first aid (first aid)
- Joint stability
Accomplishments
- I was offered the opportunity to graduate with honors, but I declined, as I learn better in the field than by doing research
- Graduated with a 98 ATAR
- Dry needling certification 1
- Currently enrolled in Energetic Healing Level 1
Affiliations
- Currently, I am writing a book about my life experience with mental health and healing
- Advocate for and look after my mother with stage 4 cancer
- I am enrolled in a breathwork course and attend this practice monthly
- Daily dog walks at the beach with my 2-year-old bitza
Certification
- Level 1 Dry Needling
- CPR + First Aid
- Trauma Informed
Timeline
Physiotherapist
Anchorage Drive Physiotherapy
10.2022 - 12.2024
Physiotherapist
Health First Group
10.2021 - 07.2022
Physiotherapy Assistant
At Home Care
01.2021 - 04.2021
Sports Trainer
Subiaco Lions
01.2019 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
University of Notre Dame Australia
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