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Alet Venter

Rotorua,BOP

Summary

South African physiotherapist living in New Zealand. People person who loves helping others . Hardworking and determined to make a difference in the lives of others. Quick learner and never says no to a challenge. Love working in a multidisciplinary team as this ensures that patients get the best care possible.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Rotational Physiotherapist

Te Whatu Ora Lakes
08.2022 - Current
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions in ICU, Medical, Surgical, Orthopaedic, Paediatric, OPRS, Birthing Unit and Outpatient department.
  • Made clinical assessments, diagnoses, and planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Assessed individual performance and implemented treatment based on established goals.
  • Communicated with colleagues to drive exceptional continuum of care.
  • Assisted patient in obtaining appropriate assistive devices.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals in multidisciplinary team to exchange information about patients.
  • Supervised student and junior physiotherapists to support practice.

Physiotherapist

Focus On Potential
05.2022 - Current
  • Working on different ACC contracts (e.g. Training for Independence contracts).
  • Made clinical assessments and diagnoses to treat physical problems and conditions.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.

Physiotherapist

Physio Direct Ltd
04.2021 - 08.2022
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs for private, ACC and contract related cases.
  • Delivered home care therapy to home bound and long-term care patients.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
  • Made clinical assessments and diagnoses to treat physical problems and conditions.
  • Assessed acute and chronic conditions and planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Carried out therapeutic interventions using evidence-based techniques to address patient needs and concerns.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to exchange information about patients.

Locum Physiotherapist

Multiple Physiotherapy Practices
01.2020 - 03.2021
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs in hospital settings.
  • Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
  • Educated patients regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
  • Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
  • Observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures.
  • Conditions seen: cardio-thoracic, general chest and surgical conditions, orthopaedic, neurology, spinal surgery, oncology, neuromusculoskeletal, and maternity related conditions.

Junior Physiotherapist

Luke and Barker Physiotherapy Incorporated, Life Robinson Private Hospital
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs in hospital, outpatient and patient home settings.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
  • Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
  • Inspected physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures.

Community Service Physiotherapist

Ekurhuleni Health District – Mary Moodley Memorial Clinic
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs in outpatient and patient home settings.
  • Assessed patients for appropriate adaptive equipment for ambulation.
  • Documented patients' daily treatment in detail following accepted practice guidelines.
  • Planned and carried out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning and alleviate pain.
  • Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
  • Worked in clinic settings where there are predominantly patients with arthritis, low back pain and musculoskeletal conditions
  • Other conditions include cerebral palsy, children with developmental delays and orthopaedic conditions

Waitress

Margaritas Seafood and Steak Restaurant
04.2013 - 12.2018
  • Waited tables and worked in the bar at the restaurant.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
  • Learned how to communicate with people and how to deal with difficult situations.
  • It made me adaptable and taught me how to think on my feet.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy

University of The Free State
Bloemfontein, South Africa
12.2018

Skills

  • Full clean New Zealand Driver's License
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Dry Needling
  • Strapping
  • COMT
  • BLS Training
  • Professional Supervisor Training
  • Flexible
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Hardworking
  • Attention to detail

Affiliations

  • Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) Membership number: PT0137260
  • The South African Society of Physiotherapy (SASP) Membership number: MVEN0316
  • Board of Healthcare Funders Practice Number: 0907537
  • Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand Membership number: 70-16578
  • Physiotherapy New Zealand Membership number: 18872

Timeline

Rotational Physiotherapist

Te Whatu Ora Lakes
08.2022 - Current

Physiotherapist

Focus On Potential
05.2022 - Current

Physiotherapist

Physio Direct Ltd
04.2021 - 08.2022

Locum Physiotherapist

Multiple Physiotherapy Practices
01.2020 - 03.2021

Junior Physiotherapist

Luke and Barker Physiotherapy Incorporated, Life Robinson Private Hospital
01.2020 - 03.2020

Community Service Physiotherapist

Ekurhuleni Health District – Mary Moodley Memorial Clinic
01.2019 - 12.2019

Waitress

Margaritas Seafood and Steak Restaurant
04.2013 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy

University of The Free State

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