Lilian Olibe
Summary
I am a senior Physiotherapist at Kenyatta National Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya. I also work part time at Strathmore University in the same capacity.
I am a graduate of the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology with a Bachelors Degree of science in physiotherapy and a Diploma in physiotherapy from the Kenya Medical Training College.
I am an enthusiastic ,self- motivated,hard working ,commercially -aware,reliable ,responsible and productive person. I am a mature team worker and adaptable to all challenging situations .
I am able to work well both in a team environment as well as using own initiative. I am also able to work well under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.
Accomplished Physical Therapist possessing strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills. Provides supportive environment conducive to addressing individual needs.
Distinguished client-facing skills and experience working closely with health care professionals to assess and treat complex conditions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sports Physiotherapist
Strathmore university
Nairobi
07.2019 - Current
- Prevention and Management of injuries resulting from sports especially during training and in competitions for elite athletes.
- Rehabilitation of players who had injuries through formulating a therapeutic diagnostics and clinical reasoning for any sports-related injuries.
- Intervening injuries through construction of physiotherapy treatment plan based on the need of every injured athletes
- supporting the athletes' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating the exercises to be done.
- Specific soft tissue manipulations (SSTMs) for soft tissue injuries (STI).
- Referral for strength and conditioning .
- referral for further treatment.
- periodic writing of reports for sports- related .
- On-field assessment by use of TOTAPS to assess injured athletes.
Senior Physiotherapist
Kenyatta National Hospital
Nairobi
12.2016 - Current
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments and formulated effective, clinically reasoned treatment plans.
- Accepted clinical responsibility for designated patient caseload and effectively organized clinical priorities and service requirements.
- Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
- Supervised and coordinated work of physiotherapists, interns and students.
- Collaborated with physiotherapy team to provide effective service and involvement in development and implementation of departmental policies.
- Applied manual, massage and exercise therapy to meet specific patient needs.
- Evaluated and planned care plans for patients.
- Provided patients with pain management techniques.
- Communicated pertinent results, progress or challenges to target and restore mobility for patients.
- Taught chronic pain management techniques to patients.
- Performed electrical stimulation, ultrasounds, matrix, myofascial release and spot massages to improve patient movement and functions.
- Assisted front desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing documents and processing payments.
- Reviewed patient medical history and referral notes from other medical practitioners to understand health problems and suggest appropriate physiotherapy regimen to facilitate movement for daily activities.
- Reported complex issues to senior management and engaged in remediation.
- Assessed and evaluated physical disabilities in patients weekly.
- Evaluated patient need for rehabilitative equipment and mobility aids to improve safety and functioning within home.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Assessed and treated inpatient caseload to facilitate safe discharge home from hospital.
- Tracked and evaluated patient progress with respect to treatment goals.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients dealing with injuries, chronic conditions and disabilities.
- Worked with health care professionals and families to maintain continuation of care.
- Assisted patients in recovering from injury, illness and accidents.
- Created methods adaptable to individual needs of each client.
- Maintained clinical professional development by incorporating new treatment trends and research.
- Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
- Complied with personal and patient safety and infection control policies by incorporating rigorous and consistent hand hygiene and using personal protective equipment.
- Researched and stayed abreast of current treatment modalities by attending professional development opportunities.
- Conferred with staff to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying and coordinating treatment.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatment plans and implemented modifications.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Implemented policies and procedures with utmost working ethics while communicating effectively to team members.
- Exhibited competence in patient assessment techniques and skills.
- Counseled patients on treatments and strategies for improving long-term well-being through targeted exercises.
- Organized physical exercise sessions for patients.
- Organized and prioritized workload and delegated responsibilities to other team members.
- Remained involved in aftercare and follow-up for each client served.
- Provided healing massages and specialist therapies.
- Adhered to physiotherapy department equipment policy and notified maintenance department of repair needs.
- Counseled over 5 patients daily to instruct on surgery and post-surgical care.
- Helped patients recovering from open heart and burns surgeries manage complications.
- Collected and documented patient vital signs and monitored telemetry.
- Improved patient muscle strength by 80% through progressive resisted exercise and re-education of balance reactions, walking and daily living skills.
- Administered therapeutic ultrasound to reduce pain, increase circulation and increase mobility of soft tissues.
- Trained patients, caregivers, family members and agencies on effective use of issued equipment to maximize patient rehabilitation.
- Provided high standard of physiotherapy services to 50 patients weekly.
- Demonstrated proper form and monitored patients during exercises.
Sports Physiotherapist
National organizing committee for Olympics-Kenya
Nairobi
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Exercise prescription to athletes
- Treatments to help with soft tissue healing
- Joint manipulations
- Tapping
- cryotherapy,heat therapy and electrotherapy.
- Rehabilitating injured athletes
- On-field and Off-field assessment of athletes.
- Making a programme for a return to play of an athlete after an injury.
- Referral to strength and conditioning
Physiotherapist
Kenya children's home
Nairobi
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Helping children who had issues with delayed milestone to gain their milestone through motor development programme.
- Assisting with transition into schools by providing site assessments and training school staff on the needs of the child.
- Manual handling training.
- Equipment prescription
- Advice on foot and orthotics
- Preparation and planning for surgery and the post-operative rehabilitation.
- Provided patient with information, techniques and support to enhance development of motor skills.
- Designed and reviewed clinical management plans to encourage exercise and movement.
- Assessed individual performance and implemented treatment based on established goals.
- Educated caregivers on home exercise program that complement therapy sessions.
- Performed community outreach to promote health and wellness.
- Participated in routine reviews with service coordinators to discuss progress.
- Served, communicated and consulted as member of interdisciplinary team.
Physiotherapist
County government of Busia
Busia
04.2015 - 12.2016
- Promoting the health and well being of individual and the general public/society
- Preventing impairment ,functional limitation and disabilities to individuals at risk of altered movement due to illness.
- Providing interventions to restore integrity of body systems hence improve on their quality of life.
- Perform clinical duties as assigned by my supervisors
- Ensure quality physiotherapy care to patients.
- Ensure correct documentation of patient notes/data and submit them to unit incharges.
- Ensure safety and proper utilization of physiotherapy equipment and supplies in their respective areas.
- Performed community outreach to promote health and wellness.
- Assisted patient in obtaining appropriate assistive devices.
Physiotherapy Intern
Ministry of medical services-Mathari mental hospital
Nairobi
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Designed treatment program to achieve established goals.
- Conferred with other health care staff to enhance rehabilitation or maintenance of function.
- Performed therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills.
- Responded to established emergency procedures to promote patient safety and care.
- Offered outreach services in Kariobangi with Association for physically disabled of Kenya (APDK).
- Offered physiotherapy services to patients in civil wards,maximum security wards and infirmary.
- offered health talks in diabetic clinics.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Techno
Nairobi,Kenya.06.2016
Skills
- Case Management Expertise
- Patient Histories
- Skilled in Patient Relations
- Medicaid Billing Competency
- Patient and Empathetic
- Sports Injuries
- Injury Diagnosis
- Injury Prevention
- Therapeutic Massage
- Pain Management Techniques
- Electric Stimulation
- Soft Tissue Mobilization
Websites
Reading inspiration books
I like reading inspirational books because they create optimism and positivity in life.
Languages
Luhya, Kiswahili
Native language
English
Intermediate
B1
Certification
- Certificate of participation at 24th Summer Deaflympics at Caxias do sul 2021.
- Certificate of participation in kenya university sports federation (KUSF).Building a resilient society from the pandemic through sports'
- Certificate of participation in kenya university sports federation (KUSF).Promoting national cohesion and development through sports' February 2022.
- Certificate of participation in Kenya university sports federation (KUSF) 18th-21st december 2021 nurturing talents for livelihood and sustainability through sports.
- Certificate in maternal ,infant and young child nutrition (MIYCN) course from 25th-29th October 2021
- Certificate of attendance in 3rd international sports medicine conference in february 14th-15th 2020 at AMREF university Nairobi,Kenya.
Affiliations
- Physioplus/Physiopedia
- Kenya society of physiotherapy
Work Availability
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Quote
The opposite of a true statement is a false statement, but the opposite of a profound truth may well be another profound truth.
Niels Bohr
Timeline
Sports Physiotherapist
National organizing committee for Olympics-Kenya
04.2022 - 05.2022
Sports Physiotherapist
Strathmore university
07.2019 - Current
Physiotherapist
Kenya children's home
02.2018 - 03.2020
Senior Physiotherapist
Kenyatta National Hospital
12.2016 - Current
Physiotherapist
County government of Busia
04.2015 - 12.2016
Physiotherapy Intern
Ministry of medical services-Mathari mental hospital
08.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Techno
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