Merin Thomas
Appleby,STL
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate healthcare professional with a proven track record at Idea Services and Dr. Murali's Medical Centre. Excelled in patient assessment, case management, and therapeutic exercise prescription, enhancing patient quality of life. Skilled in EMR/EHR and known for exceptional empathy, fostering significant patient and family trust. Achieved notable improvements in patient mobility and independence through innovative rehabilitation programs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Idea Services
05.2023 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Developed and implemented care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals and family members.
- Encouraged and facilitated social inclusion, engaging clients in community activities and recreational programs.
- Administered medication in line with care plans and documented all support provided in compliance with regulations.
- De-escalated challenging behaviors using positive behavior support strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
- Maintained accurate records, including progress notes and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, fostering trusting relationships with clients and their families.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers and healthcare professionals, to coordinate effective care.
Physiotherapist
Dr. Murali's Medical Centre
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Enhanced patients'' quality of life through targeted physical therapy exercises and pain management techniques.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on home exercise program that complement therapy sessions.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term health and wellbeing.
- Made clinical assessments and diagnoses to treat physical problems and conditions.
- 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.
- Improved patient mobility by designing and implementing personalized treatment plans.
- Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
- Assisted patient in obtaining appropriate assistive devices.
- Designed and reviewed treatment programs using manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and electrotherapy.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of treatment plans, making necessary adjustments based on observed progress or changing needs.
- Assessed individual performance and implemented treatment based on established goals.
- 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.
- Performed community outreach to promote health and wellness.
- 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.
- Streamlined documentation procedures for improved efficiency in record-keeping tasks, enabling more time spent on direct patient care activities.
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
- Used ERMs to chart patients' progress and update departmental records.
Education
Master of Science - Masters of Apllied Health Sciences
Southern Institute of Technology
Invercargill, NZ06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
Bethany Navajeevan College of Physiotherapy
Kerala, India02-2022
Skills
- Empathetic and patient
- Advanced patient assessment and case management
- Culturally aware
- EMR / EHR
- Medical records management
- Therapeutic exercise prescription and home exercise programs
- Patient education and counselling
- Orthopaedic and neurological rehabilitation, Geriatrics experience
- Gait analysis and training
- Problem-solving
- Independent living support
- Computer skills
- Full NZ driver's license
Accomplishments
- Certified in First Aid, ensuring the ability to respond effectively to medical emergencies.
- Completed MAPA (Management of Actual or Potential Aggression) training.
Certification
- New Zealand Full Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Idea Services
05.2023 - Current
Physiotherapist
Dr. Murali's Medical Centre
02.2022 - 01.2023
Master of Science - Masters of Apllied Health Sciences
Southern Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
Bethany Navajeevan College of Physiotherapy
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