Amy Richardson
Auckland,Freemans Bay
Summary
Dedicated Physiotherapist who has a passion for delivering high quality, patient centered care with 6 years of experience across varying settings. Now focused on improving access and care of Womens and Pelvic Health.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health
Auckland DHB
05.2023 - Current
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve bladder, bowel and sexual function, pain and pre/post natal disorders.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions including urogynae, colorectal conditions, chornic pelvic pain and sexual dysfunction with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Made clinical assessments and diagnoses to treat physical problems and conditions.
- Completed internal vaginal and rectal examinations to assist diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
- Created individualised exercise programs to improve function, symptoms and quality of life
Physiotherapist - Paediatrics
Auckland DHB
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Performed acute clinical assessments, diagnoses and treatment of inpatient neurological, cardiac, musculoskeletal and respiratory paediatric patients.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team an intensive care environment, working with children was complex needs.
- Was responsible for student physiotherapists, overseeing their treatment sessions, documentation and educating them.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on the management of their conditions.
- Designed rehabilitation programme's for paediatrics with neurological impairment.
- Worked as part of the on call roster covering to provide a rapid 24/7 service, requiring fast thinking and on
Physiotherapist - Stroke Rehabilitation
Auckland DHB
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to exchange information about patients.
- Designed and reviewed treatment programs using manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and electrotherapy.
- Formulated treatment plans to address conditions and needs of patients.
- Served, communicated and consulted as member of interdisciplinary team.
- Instructed patients and carers to prevent or improve conditions.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
- Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
- Involved parents and carers in treatment, review and rehabilitation to support care continuum.
- Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
Physiotherapist - Paediatric Child Development
Counties Manukau
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Independently manage a caseload, working with children aged 2 years – 12 years old with a variety of conditions including cerebral palsy, GDD, ASD.
- Complete evidence-based rehabilitation and serial casting for children who have undergone orthopaedic intervention such as tendon achilles lengthening or botox
- Write formal reports, SOATAP notes and complete referral within the multidisciplinary environment.
- Liaise with external bodies such as the Ministry of Education, Oranga Tamariki schools, daycares
- Developed a knowledge of the Maori and Pasifika culture’s through core training
- Walking & standing frame accredited, working towards seating accreditation
Physiotherapist & Pilates Instructor
Peak Pilates And Physiotherapy
10.2018 - 09.2020
- Independently assess, treat and discharge clients requiring extensive diagnostic skills, time management and exercise prescription knowledge
- Safe patient care screening for red flags and non MSK related conditions whilst devising appropriate exercise programmes and manual therapy treatment
- The ability to work with a varying clientele and building a strong rapport with clients to keep them loyal to the company and myself.
- Achieve positive outcomes in regard to performance, improvement in function and symptom resolution
- Communicating with colleagues, administration staff, pilates instructors and liaising with ACC
- Ensuring precise and accurate documentation and referrals in line with ACC guidelines
- Regular inservice training weekly
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen, Scotland 06.2018
Skills
- Holisitic patient centered care
- Professionalism
- Time management and organisation
- Effective communication
- High standard of documentation
- Empathetic
- Teamwork
- Leadership and responsibility
Certification
- Licensed Sports Massage Therapist
- Certified Pilates Instructor (Stability Plus Level 1, 2 and 3)
- CPR trained
- Qualified to complete internal vaginal and rectal examinations
- Immediate first aid trained
- Bayleys infantile development assessment
Affiliations
Physiotherapy New Zealand
Hobbies
Passionate about movement and wellbeing, enjoys upskilling in knowledge around nutrition, hormones and exercise for the female population.
Regularly practices yoga, gym classes and member of local running clubs. Extensively travelled and relocated independently to set up a life in a new country.
Timeline
Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health
Auckland DHB
05.2023 - Current
Physiotherapist - Paediatrics
Auckland DHB
08.2022 - 05.2023
Physiotherapist - Stroke Rehabilitation
Auckland DHB
11.2021 - 08.2022
Physiotherapist - Paediatric Child Development
Counties Manukau
09.2020 - 11.2021
Physiotherapist & Pilates Instructor
Peak Pilates And Physiotherapy
10.2018 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
Robert Gordon University
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