Sophie Ward
Mandurah,WA
Summary
As a soon to be graduate physiotherapist, I am equipped with physiotherapy specific and interpersonal skills, both built from foundations in evidence based practice. My skills are coupled with passion and interest in patient progression, exercise prescription and patient centered care delivery. I am enthusiastic about using my skills within a multidisciplinary team to positively influence the trajectory of a patient’s quality of life and help achieve their goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Placement
Sir Charlie Gardener Hospistal - Gen Med Ward
Perth , WA
2023.11 - 2024.11
- Planned, implemented and evaluated physiotherapy services such as a post operative cardiopulmonary assessment, supervised ambulation, suctioning, active cycle of breathing techniques, and oxygen therapy.
- Prioritised a high volume case load using a triage process
- Planned discharges and implemented services such as rehab in the home, silver chain or inpatient rehabilitation at relevant facilities.
- Communicated collaboratively within multidisciplinary team to agree on treatment plans and estimated discharge dates while advocating for patients.
- Communicated with patient visitors regarding patient progression and suitability of timing for physiotherapy.
Clincial Placement
Perth Children's Hospital - Cerebral Palsy Mobility Service
Perth , WA
2024.08 - 2024.08
- Planned and implemented objective physiotherapy assessments under supervision including standardised assessments suh as the Peabody Develomental Motor Scales, Gross Motor Function Measure and patient reported measures like the Peadiatric Pain Profile.
- Communicated effectively with guardians and caregivers to determine suitability or establish benefits of physiotherapy.
- Developed comprehensive inpateint orthopaedic skills
- Facilitated play-based physiotherapy intervention in the rehab in the community setting, adjusting according to patient requirements.
- Independently implemented movement based sessions with GMFCS V patients.
Clinical Placement
Sir Charlie Gardener Hospital - Outpateint Musculoskeletal
Perth , WA
2024.05 - 2024.06
- Executed physiotherapy consultations, including subjective and objective assessment, and intervention.
- Exposed to a range of musculoskeletal conditions in various age groups.
- Use of manual techniques to improve function for pateints complaining of lack of range or pain.
- Documentation of clinical notes in SOAPIER format and handovers in ISOBAR format.
- Liaison with community providers and groups on behalf of patients regarding services post-discharge from SCGH clinic.
Clincial Placement
Multiple Sclerosis Western Australia
Perth , WA
2024.03 - 2024.04
- Successfully achieved planning, implementation and evaluation of physiotherapy services such as neurological assessment, supervised ambulation and exercise program creation and progression which resulted in improved outcome measures such as TUG, 10 meter walk test, 6 minute walk test and BERG balance scale.
- Facilitated exercise sessions to avoid pateint deterioration or improve symptoms relating to a neurological condition.
- Completed hydrotherapy sessions (group and 1:1) for patients to improve symptoms and functional ability.
- Conducted home visits for 1:1 exercise sessions
Clincial Placement
Plibara Therapy Services
Karratha , WA
2024.01 - 2024.01
- Planned, implemented, and evaluated physiotherapy services such as musculoskeletal and neurological assessment, manual therapy, exercise prescription, and education.
- Designed exercise programs and formulated progressions/regressions, if required.
- Documented patient interaction in SOEIR format and delivered handovers in ISOBAR format.
- Created promotional material targeted to specific regional groups, which resulted in increased appointment attendance by 25%.
- Collaborated within the multidisciplinary team with on-site occupational therapists and speech pathologists to coordinate patient-centered care.
Voluneteer Sports Trainer
Peel Thunder Football Club
Mandurah , WA
2022.11 - 2023.03
- Assisted senior physiotherapist in pre season training program design and implementation, targeted specifically to injury prevention.
- Assisted with sideline injury assessment and management.
- Successfully implemented ACL rehabilitation programs, hamstring rehabilitation protocols, and return-to-play guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
Curtin University
Perth, WA2025-02
Skills
- Well developed communication skills
- Ability to be initiative and proactive in the workplace
- Kind and compassionate
- Effective time management
- Willingness to learn and improve
- Professional and accountable
- Collaborative
- Advanced problem solving skills
Credentials
- Working With Children’s Check
- First Aid qualification
- CPR qualification
- Aquatic rescue for hydrotherapy
- DOH – national criminal history check
- National police certificate
References
Natalie Dewson
Snr Physiotherapist - Perth Children's Hospital
0433167003
natalie.dewson@health.wa.gov.au
Lynn Jensen
Snr Physiotherapist - Perth Children's Hospital
0436 595 393
Lynn.Jensen@health.wa.gov.au
Timeline
Clincial Placement
Perth Children's Hospital - Cerebral Palsy Mobility Service
2024.08 - 2024.08
Clinical Placement
Sir Charlie Gardener Hospital - Outpateint Musculoskeletal
2024.05 - 2024.06
Clincial Placement
Multiple Sclerosis Western Australia
2024.03 - 2024.04
Clincial Placement
Plibara Therapy Services
2024.01 - 2024.01
Clinical Placement
Sir Charlie Gardener Hospistal - Gen Med Ward
2023.11 - 2024.11
Voluneteer Sports Trainer
Peel Thunder Football Club
2022.11 - 2023.03
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
Curtin University
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