Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Placements
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YIRU LI

Canberra

Summary

Passionate and dedicated physiotherapist with a strong focus on both hospital and sports settings. Experienced in delivering evidence-based care in orthopaedic and acute environments, as well as working with athletes to optimize performance and prevent injuries.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physiotherapist

Queanbeyan Physiotherapy Centre
01.2025 - Current
  • Perform comprehensive assessments to diagnose and manage musculoskeletal, neurological, and sports-related conditions using evidence-based approaches
  • Collaborate with local healthcare systems, receiving referrals from various pathways, including ACT and NSW WorkCover, DVA, and NDIS, ensuring seamless patient care
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, incorporating manual therapy, exercise prescription, and patient education
  • Lead group-based osteoporosis prevention and improvement programs, focusing on strength, balance, and fall prevention
  • Provide post-operative orthopedic rehabilitation, designing and progressing long-term recovery plans tailored to patient needs and goals

Sports Trainer / First Responder

First Response Australia
09.2023 - Current
  • Maintained thorough documentation of athlete injuries, treatments, and progress reports
  • Assessed injuries and delivered first aid to help stabilize players
  • Demonstrated proper taping, bracing, and strapping techniques to athletes as needed

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Self-Employed
03.2018 - 06.2022
  • Developed and recommended recovery exercises and routines to prevent injury
  • Designed personalized strength and conditioning programs for clients
  • Performed exercise and routine mistake corrections

Education

Master of Physiotherapy Studies - Physiotherapy

The University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
12.2024

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Exercise Science

Concordia University
Montreal, Quebec
07.2022

Skills

  • Effective Communication
  • Bilingual in English and Mandarin
  • Full Open ACT Driver’s License
  • Strong Time and Task Management under pressure
  • Commitment to Learning
  • CPR training
  • Orthopedic rehabilitation

Certification

APHRA Registration:PHY0002901544

SIRA Allied health practitioner: 24956

Placements

  • Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, 06/10/24 - 07/12/24, Hospital, Musculoskeletal outpatient setting, primarily treating post-operative patients following orthopaedic surgery., Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate pain, identify post-surgical risks such as DVT, and prescribe tailored exercises to support self-management and recovery. Grade3/3 Excellent (72/80)
  • Toowoomba Hospital, 07/15/24 -08/16/24, Hospital, Acute inpatient setting, working with post-operative orthopaedic, neurological, and geriatric patients., Facilitating early mobilization, supporting the medical team in discharge planning, and enhancing patient education for safe recovery. Grade: 2/3 Good (53/80)
  • The University of Queensland, Ageing and Balance Clinic, 09/04/24 - 09/20/24, Community neurorehabilitation, primarily treating clients with long-term neurological conditions, including SCI, GBS, and Parkinson’s., Designed and supervised balance training and exercise programs for individuals with neurodegenerative conditions., Assisted in mobility assessments and fall risk evaluations as part of the volunteer team at the Bridge to Brisbane charity event. Grade 1/3 Fair(67/80)
  • Mater Private Hospital, 01/15/24-08/02/24, Hospital, Surgical inpatient setting, treating patients who are on Day 1 post-orthopedic surgery, including procedures like total knee replacements., Post-operative risk assessment, early mobilization, mobility assessment, and safe discharge planning. Grade 2/3 Good (66/80)

Timeline

Physiotherapist

Queanbeyan Physiotherapy Centre
01.2025 - Current

Sports Trainer / First Responder

First Response Australia
09.2023 - Current

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Self-Employed
03.2018 - 06.2022

APHRA Registration:PHY0002901544

SIRA Allied health practitioner: 24956

Master of Physiotherapy Studies - Physiotherapy

The University of Queensland

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Exercise Science

Concordia University
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