ATECA MARAMA VOCE SILIASAU
Nausori,Fiji Islands
Summary
Focused Physical Therapist committed to helping patients manage pain and injuries. Skillful in monitoring results and prescribing exercises for long-term health. Communicative and reliable professional well-versed in collaborating with practitioners and adhering to treatment instructions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
LBJ Tropical Medical Center
12.2019 - Current
- Provided physical therapy services in both inpatient and outpatient settings
- Used EMRs to chart patients' progress and update departmental records
- Extended post-operative rehabilitation to improve surgical outcomes and recovery
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients
- Evaluated physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures according to patient needs and medical history
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain
- Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs
- Volunteer Physical Therapist for the American Samoa Rugby Union
- Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
- Conducted Total Knee Replacements & ACL Prehab and post-op rehabilitation.
Office Assistant
KISSP Investment PTE LTD
01.2017 - 03.2018
Clinical Physiotherapist
Ministry Of Health - National Rehabilitation Unit
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and treatments
- Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding of complex therapy needs
- Supervised nursing clinical students and student volunteers
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain
- Evaluated physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures according to patient needs and medical history
- Recorded patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts
- Utilized evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
Junior Physiotherapist
Ministry Of Health - Lautoka Hospital
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Achieved successful rehab outcomes by collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams of physicians, occupational therapists, and other specialists.
- Stayed up-to-date on industry trends and advancements in physiotherapy research through continuing education opportunities and professional development courses.
- Implemented therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and cryotherapy for improved healing rates.
- Evaluated patients'' medical histories to identify underlying conditions that may impact their ability to participate in physiotherapy treatments fully.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized treatment plans and exercises.
- Educated family members and caregivers on the importance of physiotherapy in achieving optimal health and functional abilities for their loved ones.
- Assisted senior physiotherapists in developing rehabilitation programs tailored to the specific needs of each patient.
- Enhanced patient well-being with manual therapy techniques for pain management and injury prevention.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient visits, evaluations, treatment plans, and progress reports for insurance purposes and continuity of care.
- Increased patients'' range of motion through targeted stretching and strengthening exercises.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
Junior Physiotherapist
Ministry Of Health - Labasa Hospital
01.2012 - 04.2013
- Wrote patient case notes and reports and collected statistics to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Instructed patients and carers to prevent or improve conditions.
- Involved parents and carers in treatment, review and rehabilitation to support care continuum.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Reduced recovery time for injured athletes by developing sport-specific training programs and monitoring progress closely.
- Increased patient satisfaction rates by consistently delivering compassionate, attentive care throughout all treatments.
- Advised patients on avoiding injury and self-managing conditions to promote health and wellbeing.
- Mentored new physiotherapists, fostering professional growth within the clinic staff.
- Assisted in the rehabilitation of post-operative patients by providing expert guidance and support throughout recovery process.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on home exercise program that complement therapy sessions.
- Served, communicated and consulted as member of interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted patient in obtaining appropriate assistive devices.
- Designed and reviewed treatment programs using manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and electrotherapy.
- Streamlined documentation procedures for improved efficiency in record-keeping tasks, enabling more time spent on direct patient care activities.
- Extended post-operative rehabilitation to improve surgical outcomes and recovery.
- Discussed rehabilitation and reconditioning options to improve patients' function and quality of life.
Clinical Physiotherapist
Ministry Of Health - Levuka Hospital
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments
- Performed community outreach to promote health and wellness
- Conducted home visits to outer villages who are unable to access the health care facility
- Conducted school visits with healthcare teamsLiaised with other healthcare professionals to exchange information about patients
- Communicated with colleagues to drive an exceptional continuum of care
- Instructed patients and carers to prevent or improve conditions
- Served, communicated and consulted as member of interdisciplinary team
- Participated in routine reviews with service coordinators to discuss progress
- Accepted clinical responsibility for designated patient caseload and effectively organized clinical priorities and service requirements
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments and formulated effective, clinically reasoned treatment plans
- Remained involved in aftercare and follow-up for each client served
- Trained patients, caregivers, family members and agencies on effective use of issued equipment to maximize patient rehabilitation
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs
- Organized physical activities for the hospital staff: Zumba & aerobics
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs
- Advised patients on avoiding injury and self-managing conditions to promote health and wellbeing
- Involved in the care of Ante-natal & Post - natal mothers
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
Junior Physiotherapist
Ministry Of Health - CWM Hospital
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Completed Internship in 2006 under the leadership of Mrs Nasaroa.
- Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and develop appropriate treatment goals in the In-patient and outpatient settings.
- Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs
- Served, communicated and consulted as member of interdisciplinary team
- Communicated with colleagues to drive exceptional continuum of care
- Assisted patient in obtaining appropriate assistive devices
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs
- Wrote patient case notes and reports and collected statistics to develop and implement treatment plans
- National Duties: Part of the touring medical team to the 2007 Pacific games in Apia, Samoa
- Responsible for Fiji Men's & Women's Basketball team that won the Gold medal in Apia
- Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans and goals to address individual patient needs
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics and injury prevention to avoid risk of re-injury
- Administered sports injury rehabilitation, facilitating return to pre-injury levels of activity
- Pre-natal and post-natal classes.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA05-2026
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
Fiji National University - CMNHS
Suva, FJ12.2016
Diploma in Physiotherapy -
Fiji School of Medicine
Suva, FJ12.2005
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- EMR
- Interpersonal skills
- Compassionate patient care
- Excellent communication skills
- Treatment planning
- Multitasking
- Equipment knowledge
- Excellent observational skills
- Patient assessment
- Bilingual in Fijian and English
- Functional mobility
Accomplishments
- 04/01/23, Certified by World Rugby Immediate care in Rugby [L2 Provider], Apia -Samoa
- 04/01/23, Enhanced patient adherence was accomplished through the individual acquisition of the HEP2GO program, facilitating personalized home exercise programs for each patient
- 01/01/19 - 12/01/21, Part of an efficient Physical Therapy team providing pre-rehabilitation and post-op rehabilitation services for Total Knee Replacement patients - a first for American Samoa. Assisted with the development of the Total Knee Replacement Protocol for the LBJTMC, AS Rehabilitation PT Department
- 12/01/15, Certified by International Olympic Committee - Sports Medicine, Fiji
- 12/01/10, Diabetes Management Workshop: National Diabetes Center, Fiji. Management of the Diabetic Foot Workshop: AUT & FSM, Fiji. Movement for Health & Diabetes Conference: Fiji Physiotherapy Association, Fiji
- 12/01/09, Physiotherapy Skills JICA/JOCV, Fiji. Certified by International Olympic Committee Sports Medicine, Fiji
- 12/01/06, Completed Physiotherapy Internship & confirmed as a Junior Physiotherapist
Licensing
- Licensed Physical Therapist, American Samoa, #4110C, 03/11/24 - 03/10/26
- NPI number, 1063157543
- Basic Life Support, 10/11/24
Affiliations
- American Physical Therapy Association: member since 2023: membership # 897374: Overseas Chapter
CASES HANDLED
Neurological Cases
Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA)/ Stroke
Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
Cerebral Palsy (CP)
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Parkinson’s disease
Guillaine Barre Syndrome (GBS)
Peripheral Nerve Injuries (PNI)/Neuropathies
Bell’s Palsy
Musculoskeletal Cases
Pre/Post ACL reconstruction
Pre/Post Total Knee Replacements
Meniscal Tear
Adhesive Capsulitis
Muscle Strain
Ligamentous Sprain
Lower back pain
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Orthopedic Cases
Amputations
Prosthesis Rehabilitation
Scoliosis
Other Cases
Cardiac Rehab (post CABG; post MI)
Minor, major burns
Geriatric Rehabilitation
Pediatric Rehabilitation
Sports injuries.
MODALITIES USED
Ultrasound
Shortwave Diathermy
TENS, ES, NMES
Hydrocollator packs
Cryotherapy
Parrafin wax Bath
Traction - cervical & lumbar
Graston technique
References
- Jennifer H. Tarnay, M.S (CCC-SLP), Consultant/Speech-Language Pathologist, Interim Rehabilitation manager, Lyndon B Johnson Tropical Medical Center, Pago Pago, American Samoa - 96799. E-mail: jennifer@ogmahawaii.org. Mob: +1(684) 272-3511.
- Sandra Scanlan, PT (DPT), Rehabilitation Manager (retired), Lyndon B Johnson Tropical Medical Center, Pago Pago, American Samoa - 96799. E-mail: sandysamoa2@gmail.com. Mob: +1(684) 7313959.
Timeline
Physical Therapist
LBJ Tropical Medical Center
12.2019 - Current
Office Assistant
KISSP Investment PTE LTD
01.2017 - 03.2018
Clinical Physiotherapist
Ministry Of Health - National Rehabilitation Unit
01.2014 - 06.2015
Junior Physiotherapist
Ministry Of Health - Lautoka Hospital
01.2013 - 12.2013
Junior Physiotherapist
Ministry Of Health - Labasa Hospital
01.2012 - 04.2013
Clinical Physiotherapist
Ministry Of Health - Levuka Hospital
01.2011 - 12.2011
Junior Physiotherapist
Ministry Of Health - CWM Hospital
01.2006 - 12.2008
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Arcadia University
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
Fiji National University - CMNHS
Diploma in Physiotherapy -
Fiji School of Medicine
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