Danielle Menzies
Torbay,AUK
Summary
Dedicated physiotherapist and interdisciplinary service lead with over 7 years of experience in patient-centered environments. Specializing in complex injury rehabilitation, possessing proven expertise in collaborating closely with clients and healthcare professionals to evaluate and address complex injuries/conditions. Demonstrated proficiency coordinating and crafting tailored rehabilitative plans, ultimately achieving optimal outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Physiotherapist
Active+ Silverdale
05.2020 - Current
- Coordinate multidisciplinary rehabilitation services, liaising between clients, various disciplines, employers, and external health providers to ensure cohesive, effective, and timely rehabilitative services.
- Enhance patients' quality of life through personalized physical therapy and pain management techniques.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for comprehensive care plans and optimal outcomes.
- Increase client satisfaction with compassionate and attentive care.
- Utilize evidence-based practices for effective treatment.
- Develop and manage role-specific training programs to reduce recovery time.
- Reduce return-to-work timeframes.
- Educate patients on injury prevention strategies.
- Advocate for patients and facilitate external referrals.
- Foster relationships with insurers and referring physicians.
- Mentor new physiotherapists for professional growth.
- Optimize scheduling processes for increased capacity and high-quality care.
- Streamline documentation for efficient record-keeping.
- Manage acute and chronic conditions with specialized therapy.
- Plan and execute physical treatment programs to improve functioning and alleviate pain.
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
PhysioACTION
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Worked independently and collaboratively to deliver appropriate physiotherapy assessment and treatment of a range of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments including clinic, schools and sporting environments, honing decision-making and problem solving skills. Utilized strong verbal and written communication skills, fostering relationships with people over a vast range of ages, cultures and within community, sporting and clinic-based settings.
Head Physiotherapist of North Shore Rugby Club
North Shore Rugby Club
03.2019 - 09.2020
- Management of player injuries, delivering treatment and rehabilitation.
- Provided education for patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term health and wellbeing.
- Management of Senior Club sideline assistance, involving comprehensive training and managing a team of Physiotherapy assistants and students, in addition to organisation and ordering of stock and equipment for all senior teams.
- Optimising patient outcomes and satisfaction rates by consistently delivering compassionate, attentive care throughout all treatments.
Travelling Side-line Management (rugby)
LB
01.2017 - 05.2019
Physiotherapy Assistant
Auckland NRL 9s
01.2016
Health Care Assistant
Waitemata District Health Board
03.2016 - 01.2019
Physiotherapy Assistant
Long Bay College 1st XV rugby team
01.2015 - 01.2017
Side-line management
North Harbour Roller Mills rugby
01.2015
Physiotherapy Assistant
Men’s Premier rugby and & 7’s
01.2015 - 01.2017
Early Childhood Education relief teacher
Randstad New Zealand
01.2015 - 01.2016
Waitress and Cafe Assistant
Long Bay Cafe
01.2013 - 01.2016
Seasonal live-in personal caregiver
01.2012 - 01.2015
Swim Instructor
Rangitoto Swim School
01.2011 - 01.2012
References Available Upon Request
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Education
03.2024
BradCliffe Breathing Practitioner Certificate Level 1 & 2 -
01.2021
Certification in PAANZ Dry Needling -
01.2020
Bachelor of Health Sciences - Physiotherapy
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ01.2018
Completion of NCEA Level 3 -
Long Bay College
Auckland, NZ12.2012
Skills
- Physiotherapy patient assessment and development of appropriate treatment plans
- Complex injury rehabilitation coordination and planning
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Client relationship Management
- Goal-setting and progress monitoring
- Report writing, retrieval and organisation of appropriate documentation
- Movement restoration, pain management
- Adaptive equipment utilization
- Patient-Focused Therapy
Other
- CPR certificate renewed 2024.
- Clean full New Zealand Drivers License (held for 12 years).
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 07/17/94
Timeline
Physiotherapist
Active+ Silverdale
05.2020 - Current
Head Physiotherapist of North Shore Rugby Club
North Shore Rugby Club
03.2019 - 09.2020
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
PhysioACTION
01.2019 - 05.2020
Travelling Side-line Management (rugby)
LB
01.2017 - 05.2019
Health Care Assistant
Waitemata District Health Board
03.2016 - 01.2019
Physiotherapy Assistant
Auckland NRL 9s
01.2016
Physiotherapy Assistant
Long Bay College 1st XV rugby team
01.2015 - 01.2017
Side-line management
North Harbour Roller Mills rugby
01.2015
Physiotherapy Assistant
Men’s Premier rugby and & 7’s
01.2015 - 01.2017
Early Childhood Education relief teacher
Randstad New Zealand
01.2015 - 01.2016
Waitress and Cafe Assistant
Long Bay Cafe
01.2013 - 01.2016
Seasonal live-in personal caregiver
01.2012 - 01.2015
Swim Instructor
Rangitoto Swim School
01.2011 - 01.2012
References Available Upon Request
-
BradCliffe Breathing Practitioner Certificate Level 1 & 2 -
Certification in PAANZ Dry Needling -
Bachelor of Health Sciences - Physiotherapy
Auckland University of Technology
Completion of NCEA Level 3 -
Long Bay College
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