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Rebecca Berkley

Baltimore

Summary

Experienced Physical Therapist with a strong background in acute care rehabilitation and wound care management at Mercy Medical Center. Demonstrated success in creating and executing care plans that improve patient outcomes through teamwork and clear communication. Expertise in lymphedema management and patient education, facilitating optimal recovery and enhanced mobility.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapist

Luna Phyiscal Therapy
Nashville
08.2023 - Current
  • Evaluated and established care plans for diverse diagnoses.
  • Implemented treatment plans while ensuring open communication with patients and care teams.
  • Managed scheduling, documentation, and billing tasks aligned with healthcare regulations and insurance requirements.

Physical Therapist

Home Care Maryland
Owings Mills
06.2017 - 01.2025
  • Conducted initial intake assessments for home care patients.
  • Evaluated and established comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Coordinated weekly care team meetings with multidisciplinary professionals.
  • Supervised physical therapist assistants to ensure adherence to treatment protocols.

Contract Trainer

Tactile Medical
Minneapolis
07.2013 - 01.2019
  • Instruct patients diagnosed with lymphedema or related swelling disorders on proper application and removal of pump while completing prescribed treatment plan.
  • Reviewed prescribed treatment plans with the patient and instructed in the care of garments and the pump.

Physical Therapist

Center for Restorative Therapies at Mercy Medical
Baltimore
02.2012 - 05.2017
  • Certified as aLymphedema specialist with expertise in pelvic floor dysfunction.
  • Conducted pre- and post-operative care for patients with cancer-related lymphedema.
  • Evaluated functional limitations and identified contributing physical impairments.
  • Established and implemented care plans to maximize patient potential.

Physical Therapist

Mercy Medical Center
Baltimore
09.2003 - 02.2012
  • Provided acute care rehabilitation in post-operative settings for critically ill patients.
  • Administered care in ICU. Specialized wound care for diverse patient needs.
  • Delivered comprehensive support to neurological patients recovering from serious conditions.
  • Facilitated rehabilitation services tailored for orthopedic patients.

Education

Master of Science - Physical Therapy

American International College
Springfield, MA
05-2022

Skills

  • Patient evaluation/Assessment
  • Care plan development
  • Treatment implementation
  • Profound in OASIS E1 documentation
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient education
  • PTA supervision
  • Wound care management
  • Neurological rehabilitation
  • Lymphedema management
  • Orthopedic rehabilitation
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Vestibular rehabilitation
  • Mobility improvement
  • Joint mobilization
  • Neuromuscular therapy
  • BLS training
  • Acute Care, Sub-Acute, home care, and outpatient experience
  • Myofascial release techniques
  • Teamwork
  • Kinesiology Tape Application
  • Post-surgery rehabilitation
  • Student training
  • Gait analysis
  • Home health care expertise
  • Soft tissue mobilization
  • Therapeutic exercises
  • Decision-making
  • Adaptive equipment
  • Direct patient care

Affiliations

  • Member of Delta Sigma Theta INC. With a focus on scholarship and service to the community.

Certification

  • Certified lymphedema therapist
  • Certified Ergonomic Asessment Specialist

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Physical Therapist

Luna Phyiscal Therapy
08.2023 - Current

Physical Therapist

Home Care Maryland
06.2017 - 01.2025

Contract Trainer

Tactile Medical
07.2013 - 01.2019

Physical Therapist

Center for Restorative Therapies at Mercy Medical
02.2012 - 05.2017

Physical Therapist

Mercy Medical Center
09.2003 - 02.2012

Master of Science - Physical Therapy

American International College

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