BARBARA SOARES
Cork,Co. Cork
Summary
Qualified Physical Therapist of 7 years, committed to improving physical and mental wellbeing through expert treatment programmes. Utilise Geriatrics and Gerontology knowledge to accurately and efficiently assess, diagnose and deliver results through compassionate, ongoing care.
Determined individual proficient in utilizing variety of physical therapy modalities to treat pain, improve mobility and restore function. Skilled in patient education to help individuals understand diagnosis and treatments.
Advises and supports patients and families on issues related to physical rehabilitation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills and ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Physiotherapist
self-employed
Belo Horizonte, Brazil
01.2017 - Current
- Physiotherapeutic diagnosis, Palliative care, Health homecare, Rehabilitation and prevention of aging disorders
- Delivered holistic personalised treatment plans for best-possible patient care.
- Maximised rehabilitation potential by building patient knowledge of treatments and conditions.
- Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety.
- Maintained clean and well-organised environment to promote client happiness and safety.
- Supervised frequent activities such as medication and personal hygiene to provide safe living environment for patients.
- Implemented rehabilitation programmes and Aids to Daily Living.
- Delivered toileting support for clients with mobility issues.
- Minimised health risks by performing routine medical tests, including blood pressure and pulse.
- Practised speech therapy exercises, helping stroke survivors to successfully regain language skills.
Pilates Instructor
Minas Tenis Club
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
09.2019 - 12.2022
- Responsibilities: Physiotherapeutic diagnosis, rehabilitation of orthopedic disorders, development of prevention programs, health promotion and quality of life
- Educated students to practice breathing techniques to relax mind and body.
- Shared knowledge regarding anatomy, kinesiology and physiology to yoga assistants.
- Used cat-cow technique to awaken spine and soothe back pain.
- Demonstrated poses and sequences for students to execute accurate performance.
- Corrected posture and positions to help students better perform techniques.
Physiotherapist
ISPAZI LTDA
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
05.2017 - 05.2022
- Maximised rehabilitation potential by building patient knowledge of treatments and conditions.
- Developed recovery plans to manage changes in patient condition during treatment.
- Advised patients on available medical rights and sought consent before life-changing procedures.
- Modified home environments for patients to ease mobility and recovery.
- Educated patients and carers on facing and overcoming disability challenges.
- Instructor of Low Pressure Fitness (LPF), rehabilitation in geriatrics, orthopedics, cardiovascular and functional exercise (strengthening focused on gluteal, legs and abdominals., Responsibilities: Physiotherapeutic diagnosis, rehabilitation of orthopedic disorders, development of prevention programs, health promotion and quality of life
- Instructor Pilates classes.
Physiotherapist
Hospital Risoletta
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Referred complex cases and emergencies to specialised centres for treatment (ITC).
- Planned and implemented treatment programmes to stabilise patient conditions.
- Counselled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and patient care options.
- Cultivated holistic approach to palliative care from social work perspectives.
- Maximised preventative care utilisation to reduce hospital burden and help eliminate readmissions.
- Assessed patients' physical, psychological and social issues to identify appropriate nursing interventions.
- Identified patient deterioration through diligent observations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary nursing teams for excellent care continuity.
Receptionist
ISPAZI LTDA
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais , Brazil
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Welcoming old and new clients to the clinic; welcoming and screening patients and determining the most appropriate treatment for each person; Schedule and reschedule clients; make calls when necessary for patient care; Promote and publicize the clinic by phone and social media.
- Greeted customers warmly, aiming to provide positive, smooth check-in experiences.
- Managed guest bookings and enquiries accurately and efficiently for continued customer satisfaction.
- Assisted staff with administrative duties during peak schedules.
Physiotherapist
Spine LTDA
Belo Horizonte, Brazil
03.2015 - 01.2016
- Maximised rehabilitation potential by building patient knowledge of treatments and conditions.
- Delivered holistic personalised treatment plans for best-possible patient care.
- Reflected on clinical practice and clinical reasoning through regular supervision sessions.
- Worked in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver outstanding care to service users.
Administrator
MGS S/A
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Files Organization; Preparation and submission of documents and reports; Spreadsheet management; and Entering data into specialized systems.
- Provided printing, photocopying scanning support to colleagues.
- Dealt with routine enquiries at reception or by telephone and referred more complex matters to appropriate members of staff.
- Created email notifications, invitations and agendas for meetings, events and appointments.
- Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Physiotherapy
Federal University of Minas Gerais
Belo Horizonte, Brazil 08.2011 - 12.2016
Undergraduate - Physiotherapy
College of Medical Sciences of Minas Gerais
Belo Horizonte, Brazil 09.2017 - 12.2018
Certificate of Higher Education -
McKenzie Institute of Brazil
Belo Horizonte, Brazil 08.2019 - 08.2019
Certificate of Higher Education -
QUALI Physiotherapy
Belo Horizonte, Brazil 04.2015 - 05.2015
Low Pressure Fitness -
Low Pressure Fitness Instructor
Belo Horizonte, Brazil 01.2019 - 01.2019
Skills
- Rehabilitation Techniques
- Manual Therapy
- Therapeutic Exercises
- Patient Assessment and Evaluation
- Treatment Planning and Implementation
- Pain Management
- Musculoskeletal Assessment and Treatment
- Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
- Sports Injury Rehabilitation
- Post-operative Care and Rehabilitation
- Orthopedic Manual Therapy
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Electrotherapy Modalities
- Exercise coaching
- Respiratory Physiotherapy
- Ergonomic Assessments
- Wound Care and Ultrasound Therapy
- Adaptation and Modification of Treatment Plans
- Medical Record Keeping and Documentation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and Evidence-based Practice
- Team-worker;
- Compassion
- Worker ethic;
- Empathy
- Problem- solving
- Intermediary expert in Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft office
Interests
I've been Physiotherapist since 2016 and my work has been orthopedic prevention and rehabilitation of adults,
especially with the elderly people. In 2018 I completed my postgraduate degree in Geriatric and Gerontological
Physiotherapy. Throughout these years of graduation, my mission is to help people and delivering the best and
most personalized treatment for each patient by combining: science based on scientific studies, clinical practice
and exercises that will match their reality. In view of this, currently my job is to evaluate and treat the patient's
pain through the Mckenzie and Pilates methods in addition, I am licensed by Prolpé - Brazil - and able to
prescribe biomechanical insoles when necessary.
Additional Information
- to take care of the customer's need Empathy; Positive attitude; Dynamic person; Fast learner;
Languages
Portuguese
Native
English
Upper intermediate
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Pilates Instructor
Minas Tenis Club
09.2019 - 12.2022
Certificate of Higher Education -
McKenzie Institute of Brazil
08.2019 - 08.2019
Low Pressure Fitness -
Low Pressure Fitness Instructor
01.2019 - 01.2019
Undergraduate - Physiotherapy
College of Medical Sciences of Minas Gerais
09.2017 - 12.2018
Physiotherapist
ISPAZI LTDA
05.2017 - 05.2022
Physiotherapist
self-employed
01.2017 - Current
Physiotherapist
Hospital Risoletta
07.2016 - 01.2017
Receptionist
ISPAZI LTDA
01.2016 - 12.2016
Certificate of Higher Education -
QUALI Physiotherapy
04.2015 - 05.2015
Physiotherapist
Spine LTDA
03.2015 - 01.2016
Bachelor's degree - Physiotherapy
Federal University of Minas Gerais
08.2011 - 12.2016
Administrator
MGS S/A
01.2011 - 01.2012
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