Patrick Binfoh
Kumasi
Summary
Compassionate Physiotherapist with experience in delivering patient-centered care for various conditions including sports injuries, post-surgery rehabilitation and chronic pain management. Strengths include strong knowledge of therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques and creating personalized treatment plans. Previous work demonstrates efficacy in improving patient mobility, reducing pain levels and enhancing overall quality of life.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Physiotherapist
HopeXchange Medical Centre
Kumasi
03.2024 - Current
- Recognized signs of complications arising from injury or disease process that require referral to other healthcare professionals.
- Evaluated work environments for potential hazards that could lead to injury or illness.
- Designed home exercise programs tailored towards each patient's individual needs.
- Implemented preventative measures through health promotion activities such as ergonomics training or postural awareness instruction.
- Participated in research studies related to physical therapy topics.
- Attended continuing education courses relevant to physiotherapy practice standards.
Physiotherapist
Little Haven School
Kumasj
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Recognized signs of complications arising from injury or disease process that require referral to other healthcare professionals.
- Evaluated work environments for potential hazards that could lead to injury or illness.
- Designed home exercise programs tailored towards each patient's individual needs.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families and caregivers about goals of care plan.
Physiotherapist Intern
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Kumasi
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Performed patient assessments and evaluations to determine treatment plans.
- Provided physical therapy treatments including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, modalities and aquatic therapy.
- Assisted with the development of individualized goals for patients based on clinical findings.
- Observed and monitored patient progress throughout treatment sessions.
- Educated patients and families about their condition and home exercise programs.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient care in electronic medical records system.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop effective rehabilitation strategies.
- Instructed patients in proper use of assistive devices such as crutches, walkers, wheelchairs or prosthetics.
- Participated in case conferences to discuss challenging cases with supervisors or other healthcare professionals.
- Supported administrative tasks including scheduling appointments, processing payments and filing paperwork.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay current with best practices in the field of physical therapy.
- Developed comprehensive discharge plans that included follow-up visits and referrals for additional services.
Physiotherapy Student
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Kumasi
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Provided patient assessments, including medical history, physical exam, and evaluation of functional limitations.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address mobility impairments and restore function.
- Delivered evidence-based interventions such as therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and neuromuscular reeducation.
- Monitored patient progress towards goals by assessing pain levels, range of motion, strength, balance and coordination.
- Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as canes, walkers and wheelchairs.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as walking, transfers, bed mobility, dressing and undressing.
Physiotherapy Student
Nkawie Toase Hospital
Kumasi
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Provided patient assessments, including medical history, physical exam, and evaluation of functional limitations.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address mobility impairments and restore function.
- Delivered evidence-based interventions such as therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and neuromuscular reeducation.
- Monitored patient progress towards goals by assessing pain levels, range of motion, strength, balance and coordination.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as walking, transfers, bed mobility, dressing and undressing.
- Organized clinical documentation according to standards set by the clinic or regulatory body.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi 11-2022
Skills
- Functional capacity evaluation
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Pain Management Techniques
- Patient education and counseling
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Physiotherapist
HopeXchange Medical Centre
03.2024 - Current
Physiotherapist
Little Haven School
12.2023 - 03.2024
Physiotherapist Intern
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
11.2022 - 11.2023
Physiotherapy Student
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
08.2021 - 10.2021
Physiotherapy Student
Nkawie Toase Hospital
08.2019 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology