Govind Suresh
Invercargill
Summary
Dynamic physiotherapist with two years of experience across musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-operative rehabilitation in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Proven leadership as Head of Physiotherapy at Season Two Senior Living, where I managed new graduates, coordinated multidisciplinary care, and conducted monthly in-service training sessions for health assistants, nurses, and administrative staff. Skilled in goal-oriented rehabilitation, patient education, and collaborative teamwork to maximize independence and functional outcomes. Experience includes managing complex stroke and respiratory cases, as well as providing voluntary sports physiotherapy support for a football team in India. Committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care with a patient-centred approach.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Worker
Idea Services, NZ
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Supported clients in accessing community resources and services.
- Resolved conflicts and provided emotional support during challenging situations.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
- Mentored new support workers by providing guidance, sharing best practices, and modeling effective client-centered care techniques.
Youth Worker
Oranga Tamariki
05.2025 - Current
- Facilitated engaging activities promoting social skills and emotional development among youth.
- Assisted in creating individualized support plans tailored to specific needs of young people.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care and support for at-risk youth.
- Built trusting relationships with youth, encouraging open communication and personal growth.
- Participated in training sessions to improve knowledge of youth development principles and best practices.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Coordinated special events such as cultural celebrations or field trips that enriched participants'' experiences beyond traditional program offerings.
Physiotherapist (Head of the Department)
Season Two Senior Living
08.2022 - 07.2025
- Conducted patient assessments to determine appropriate physiotherapy interventions.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
- Assisted in implementing therapeutic exercises to enhance mobility and strength.
- Educated patients on injury prevention and rehabilitation techniques.
- Enhanced patients'' quality of life through targeted physical therapy exercises and pain management techniques.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to ensure most effective treatment methods were employed for each individual case.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Assisted patient in obtaining appropriate assistive devices.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Participated in routine reviews with service coordinators to discuss progress.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to exchange information about patients.
- Participated in community outreach events to promote awareness of physiotherapy services and benefits for various populations.
- Supervised student and junior physiotherapists and physiotherapy support workers to support practice.
- Led workshops for fellow healthcare professionals on specialized topics within physiotherapy, fostering knowledge sharing and collaboration.
- Assisted in the rehabilitation of post-operative patients by providing expert guidance and support throughout recovery process.
- Initiated group therapy sessions to address common concerns, facilitating peer support and improving overall treatment effectiveness.
Physiotherapist
Seha Garden International Hospital
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care and progress tracking.
- Educated patients on injury prevention, rehabilitation techniques, and wellness strategies.
- Monitored patient progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans based on individual responses.
- Managed complex stroke rehabilitation cases, including patients transferred from Saudi Arabia, by setting individualized goals and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to maximize independence.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based treatment plans with measurable short- and long-term goals, consistently achieving targets within defined timeframes.
- Provided physiotherapy management for a wide range of conditions, including respiratory cases, post-operative patients, musculoskeletal injuries, and neurological disorders.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and speech therapists to deliver holistic patient care and ensure smooth recovery pathways.
- Applied advanced exercise therapy, chest physiotherapy, and functional training to enhance mobility, strength, and respiratory function in both acute and chronic cases.
- Delivered patient and caregiver education to promote adherence to rehabilitation programs and ensure safe transition to home-based care.
- Participated in routine reviews with service coordinators to discuss progress.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
Education
Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy
Bethany Navajeevan College of Physiotherapy
Trivandrum, India02-2022
Skills
- Patient education and counseling
- Musculoskeletal assessment
- Sports injury management
- Postural correction techniques
- Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation
- Assistive device prescription
- Verbal and written communication
- Data recording
- Progress documentation
- Case management
- Safety management
- Staff education and training
- Time management proficiency
Certification
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), United Kingdom – Registered Physiotherapist
- Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand – Registered Physiotherapist
- Indian Association of Physiotherapists – Registered Physiotherapist
- Full New Zealand Driver’s Licence
Timeline
Support Worker
Idea Services, NZ
06.2025 - Current
Youth Worker
Oranga Tamariki
05.2025 - Current
Physiotherapist (Head of the Department)
Season Two Senior Living
08.2022 - 07.2025
Physiotherapist
Seha Garden International Hospital
02.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy
Bethany Navajeevan College of Physiotherapy