Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Languages
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Simran Sandhu

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Physiotherapist with over 2.5 years’ experience delivering care across community, home, and compensable settings, including NDIS, HCP, TAC, Work Cover, and private clients. My time in community and public practice, combined with my calm disposition, lends me a deep understanding of patient needs, allowing for the provision of comprehensive and patient-centric treatment, and the nurturing of long-term patient-clinician relationships.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Associate Physiotherapist

Melbourne Mobile Physio
Melbourne, VIC
02.2023 - Current
  • Conduct comprehensive client assessments (functional capacity, mobility, pain management) to create individualised treatment and rehabilitation plans.
  • Delivery of physiotherapy services across NDIS, Home Care Packages, TAC, Work Cover, and private clients, supporting a safe return to function and independence.
  • Manage a high-volume caseload, balancing clinical care, reporting, and stakeholder communication, while consistently overachieving service delivery targets.
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, support coordinators, employers, and external providers to achieve rehabilitation and return-to-work goals.
  • Document and report client progress, demonstrating measurable outcomes such as reduced pain, improved function, increased participation, and decreased falls risk.
  • Supervised 2nd and 3rd year physiotherapy students from Swinburne University during clinical placements, supporting skill development and clinical competency.

Allied Health Assistant

Ally Assist
Melbourne, VIC
08.2020 - 11.2023
  • Worked alongside physiotherapists and family members to administer safe and effective therapy.
  • Supported therapy sessions by preparing materials and modifying treatment plans within the parameters set by lead therapists.
  • Documented patient progress and maintained accurate health records.

Allied Health Assistant - Multidisciplinary

Northern Health
Epping, VIC
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Worked alongside a multidisciplinary team in the pandemic ward to deliver safe and effective care to COVID-positive patients.
  • Worked under the directive of physiotherapists to assist patients with ambulation practice, chest physiotherapy, and strengthening exercises.
  • Worked under the directive of occupational therapists to conduct toileting and dressing reviews, install pressure cushions, and order equipment for patients.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems for compliance.

Allied Health Assistant

Soaring Health
Thomastown / Craigieburn, VIC
03.2020 - 03.2022
  • Effectively worked with a multi-disciplinary team to accomplish patient goals and address issues related to patient needs.
  • Successfully implemented treatment plans and procedures in clinic, home and community settings, including treating patients in the gym and hydrotherapy pools.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science & Master of Physiotherapy Practice -

La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC
11.2022

Cert IV Allied Health Assistance - Physiotherapy

Sterling Institute of Australia
Melbourne, VIC
03.2020

Skills

  • Kids Training - Introducing powered mobility to Young Children: Frameworks and Practical Strategies for Therapists
  • PD Warriors Level 1
  • Monthly joint OT and Physiotherapy collaborative sessions

Certification

  • Full Registration with APHRA
  • Valid Police Check
  • Valid Working with Children's Check
  • Provide First Aid and CPR Certificate

Accomplishments

La Trobe Student Excellence Academy (admitted for Academic Excellence), 2022

La Trobe University Vice Chancellors Scholarship Award, 2018

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Professional

Timeline

Clinical Associate Physiotherapist

Melbourne Mobile Physio
02.2023 - Current

Allied Health Assistant - Multidisciplinary

Northern Health
01.2022 - 11.2022

Allied Health Assistant

Ally Assist
08.2020 - 11.2023

Allied Health Assistant

Soaring Health
03.2020 - 03.2022

Bachelor of Applied Science & Master of Physiotherapy Practice -

La Trobe University

Cert IV Allied Health Assistance - Physiotherapy

Sterling Institute of Australia
Simran Sandhu