Rachael Fletcher
Taupō
Summary
I am an experienced Physiotherapist possessing strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills. I provide a supportive environment conducive to addressing individual needs. Strong communication skills with working closely with health care professionals to assess and treat complex conditions.
I have excellent rapport with students and whanau and enjoy working with younger people due to my experience as a teacher.
I am a knowledgeable Physiotherapist offering over 20 years of expertise in pain prevention, movement restoration and rehabilitation. I am resourceful and friendly with compassion for those suffering from life-altering illnesses, diseases and injuries.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Physiotherapist
Active Plus Physiotherapy And Rehabilitation
11.2021 - Current
- Conduct clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Educate patients and Whanau regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
- Manage acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs
- Plan individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
- Specialise in ACC contracts including, concussion, return to work, stay at work, Training for independence programs.
- Complete ACC required reports and plans, costing sheets, setting and completing patient goals and outcome measures.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team with frequent communications with Patient's, employers, other health professionals and ACC.
Owner of Silhouette Fitness
Evolve Fitness Limited
11.2021 - Current
- Maintain energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment especially in group fitness classes.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Secondary School Teacher
Taupo Nui A Tia College
01.2004 - 05.2007
- Senior Biology, Science and Physical Education teacher.
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Fostered a positive classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities into lesson plans.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting family involvement in students'' education.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Senior Physiotherapist
Taupo Physiotherapy Clinic
05.2007 - 10.2020
- Applied manual, massage and exercise therapy to meet specific patient needs.
- Assisted patients in recovering from injury, illness, and accidents.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients dealing with injuries, chronic conditions and disabilities.
- Counseled patients on treatments and strategies for improving long-term well-being through targeted exercises.
- Worked with health care professionals and families to maintain continuation of care.
- Reviewed patient medical history and referral notes from other medical practitioners to understand health problems and suggest appropriate physiotherapy regimen to facilitate movement for daily activities.
- Remained involved in aftercare and follow-up for each client served.
Restaurant Owner/Operator
The Bay Bar And Brasserie
12.2010 - 12.2017
- Managed payroll, daily deposits and cost controls.
- Set employee schedules, delegated work and monitored food quality and service performance.
- Recruited, hired and trained talented staff to fill vacancies.
- Supervised daily activities of restaurant and 12 employees
- Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
- Spearheaded menu and staff development through detailed training and facilitation of staff meetings.
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
Education
Graduate Diploma Of Secondary Teaching - Secondary School Teaching
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, WGN12.2005
Bachelor Of Health Science (Physiotherapy) - Health Science
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, AUK01.2001
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Patient Assessments
- Rehabilitation support
- Treatment Planning
- Dependable and Responsible
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Exercise demonstrations
- Pain Management Techniques
- Document Management
Timeline
Senior Physiotherapist
Active Plus Physiotherapy And Rehabilitation
11.2021 - Current
Owner of Silhouette Fitness
Evolve Fitness Limited
11.2021 - Current
Restaurant Owner/Operator
The Bay Bar And Brasserie
12.2010 - 12.2017
Senior Physiotherapist
Taupo Physiotherapy Clinic
05.2007 - 10.2020
Secondary School Teacher
Taupo Nui A Tia College
01.2004 - 05.2007
Graduate Diploma Of Secondary Teaching - Secondary School Teaching
Victoria University of Wellington
Bachelor Of Health Science (Physiotherapy) - Health Science
Auckland University of Technology
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