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Sam Simson

Summary

Physiotherapist with a focus on enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and limitations in daily life, through expert assessments and interventions. Skilled in supervising teams and excelling in communication, I work hard to improved client participation and outcomes and guiding other therapists to do so. My leadership and collaborative abilities have focused holistic care approaches, demonstrating a strong focus on inclusivity, functional improvement, and improved care.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Physiotherapist (Supervisor)

Better Rehab
01.2021 - Current
  • Conduct assessments, build rapport and develop intervention plans for people living with a disability to promote improved participation and quality of life.
  • Provide positive and meaningful outcomes to people living with a disability across the life span (Progressive and non progressive neurological, developmental and intellectual disorders, mental health and more). Including early childhood intervention ages 0-5 years of age.
  • Complete assistive technology trials, recommendations and appropriate reports (including complex walking frames, standing frames, sleep systems).
  • Work closely within multi disciplinary teams, participant/client, families and support teams and other stakeholders for a holistic approach to care and intervention.
  • Supervise and manage a team of 3-4 physiotherapists over the Melbourne region. Including clinical and procedural support through regular supervision sessions, shadow sessions and annual performance reviews.

Physiotherapist

BlueCross - Residential And Community Age Care
02.2019 - 01.2021
  • Residential and community age care role including: pain management program, balance, strength and falls prevention classes or 1:1 therapy, equipment prescription, relevant assessments and referrals.
  • Optional services for post injury & surgery, cardio-respiratory and neurological conditions, reablement.
  • Management of treatment lists and allied health programs across two residential age care facilities, including supervision of 4 allied health staff.
  • Manual handling and other staff education.
  • OHS representative (Meetings, audits)
  • Continuous improvement: Monthly NQIP restraint Audits
    Infection control representative during covid-19 outbreaks


Physiotherapist - Age Care

Allied Health Professionals
09.2017 - 02.2019
  • Residential age care role including: pain management program, balance, strength and falls prevention classes and 1:1 therapy, equipment prescription, relevant assessments and referrals.

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

University of Canberra
Canberra, ACT
08.2017

Understanding Dementia - MOOC Course

University of Tasmania
Hobart, TAS

Skills

  • Exceptional communication skills with extensive experience working with MDT, stakeholders and clients in various settings
  • Having a strong focus on improving participation limitations, functional barriers and quality of life
  • Strong assessment skills and providing recommendations or interventions
  • Supervising and leading a team
  • Assisting people from different cultural backgrounds, LGTBQI community and all walks of life

References

Danielle - Principle Clinician (Physiotherapist)

  • danielle.a@betterrehab.com.au
  • 0411 787 743


Christopher - Regional Manager (Victoria)

  • christopher.e@betterrehab.com.au
  • 0423 923 511


Amelia - Personal Reference

  • 0487 003 160

Timeline

Senior Physiotherapist (Supervisor)

Better Rehab
01.2021 - Current

Physiotherapist

BlueCross - Residential And Community Age Care
02.2019 - 01.2021

Physiotherapist - Age Care

Allied Health Professionals
09.2017 - 02.2019

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

University of Canberra

Understanding Dementia - MOOC Course

University of Tasmania

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