Maria Jocelyn Visda Bozard
Saint Matthews
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist with expertise in rehabilitation techniques and patient assessment. Committed to enhancing patient mobility and strength through tailored treatment plans and effective multidisciplinary collaboration.Utilizes evidence based treatment protocols, as well as standardized testing for assessment of progress. Experienced Physical Therapist skilled in treatment planning, patient education, and documentation accuracy. Proven ability to mentor staff and facilitate patient engagement, ensuring high-quality care and positive health outcomes across diverse populations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
NHC Parklane
Columbia
06.2002 - Current
- Evaluated patient conditions and developed tailored treatment plans.
- Administered therapeutic exercises to enhance mobility and strength.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care strategies.
- Educated patients on injury prevention and wellness practices.
- Documented patient progress and treatment outcomes accurately.
- Utilized various rehabilitation equipment for effective therapy sessions.
- Mentored junior staff in best practices and treatment techniques.
- Conducted assessments to determine patient rehabilitation needs.
- Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
- Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability.
- Designed treatment program to achieve established goals.
- Provided education to families, caregivers, staff and other healthcare professionals regarding physical therapy treatments, safety procedures.
- Monitored patient progress and modified treatment plans accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards related to physical therapy practice.
- Attended continuing education courses relevant to physical therapy practice.
- Planned for discharges and communicated findings and progress in detailed reports.
- Administered electrical stimulation using ultrasound machines or TENS units when needed.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to guide clinical decision-making and treatment methodologies.
- Educated patients and families on injury prevention, proper body mechanics, and home exercise programs to promote long-term health.
- Analyzed patient feedback to continuously improve treatment effectiveness and patient satisfaction.
- Managed scheduling, documentation, and billing tasks in compliance with healthcare regulations and insurance requirements.
- Provided gait training and assisted with the use of assistive devices to improve mobility and independence.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on education and exercise for specific patient populations.
- Supervised physical therapist assistants and aides, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and high-quality patient care.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises and activities designed to improve mobility, strength, and coordination.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, occupational therapists, and nurses, to optimize patient care plans.
- Promoted a positive and supportive environment that encouraged patient participation and engagement in the therapeutic process.
- Provided Complete Decongestive Therapy to Lymphedema patients
- provided specialized Parkinson's treatment via LSVT BIG protocol
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Our Lady of Fatima College of Physical Therapy
Manila, Philippines05-1994
Skills
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Treatment planning
- Patient assessment
- Evidence-based practice
- Compliance standards
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Documentation accuracy
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Mentoring staff
- Patient engagement
- Therapeutic environment
- Advanced patient assessment
- Patient relations
- Balance training
- Therapeutic exercises
- Patient-focused therapy
- Complete Decongestive Therapy for lymphedema patients
LSVT BIG treatments for Parkinson's
- Gait analysis
- Mobility improvement
- Progress monitoring
- Empathetic and patient
- Outpatient therapy background
- Electrotherapy techniques
- Prosthetic training
Certification
- Geriatric Certified Specialist
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist
- LSVT BIG Certified
- Dementia Certified
- Mat Pilates Certified
Timeline
Physical Therapist
NHC Parklane
06.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Our Lady of Fatima College of Physical Therapy