STEFFINA MICHAEL MOJES
Kolhapur
Summary
Skilled Clinical Physiotherapist with over 4 years of experience in evidence-based treatment for neurological, musculoskeletal, and cardiorespiratory conditions. Specializes in functional assessments and outcome-based rehabilitation planning, enhancing patient recovery. Collaborates effectively in interdisciplinary teams, applying strong clinical reasoning and documentation to optimise functional outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Physiotherapist
Aarogyaniketan Physiotherapy Clinic
Kolhapur, Maharashtra
07.2022 - Current
- Performed detailed patient assessments using clinical examination, special tests, and review of imaging and reports to arrive at functional diagnoses and plan evidence-based treatment programmes.
- Managed a caseload of 25-30 patients, ensuring tailored treatment approaches aligned with individual recovery goals.
- Managed musculoskeletal, neurological, orthopaedic, and sports-related conditions, including stroke, Parkinson's disease, peripheral nerve injuries, fractures, spine disorders, and post-trauma cases.
- Provided physiotherapy care in ICU and acute settings for patients with infarcts, road traffic accidents, cardiopulmonary complications, and critical trauma, following appropriate rehabilitation protocols.
- Delivered treatment using a combination of exercise therapy and electrotherapy, while regularly monitoring progress and coordinating care with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Achieved reduction in shoulder pain from NPRS 6/10 to 2/10 and improved shoulder ROM by 50% within 2 weeks in a patient with adhesive capsulitis through individualized physiotherapy intervention.
- Developed and executed a structured rehabilitation protocol incorporating hydrocollator pack, joint mobilization, soft tissue mobilization, and IFT, progressing patients from active mobility to resisted strengthening exercises.
- Delivered clinic-based and home physiotherapy services to enhance pain relief, functional recovery, mobility, and patient independence, ensuring accurate clinical documentation for annual audits.
Intern Physiotherapist
Wanless Hospital
Miraj, Maharashtra
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Assessed and treated 10-15 patients daily during 6-month rotational internship, managing high patient volume across multiple departments.
- Conducted structured clinical assessments to identify patient needs and developed individualized treatment plans aimed at improving strength, mobility, and functional independence.
- Provided physiotherapy care in ICU settings, including chest physiotherapy for bedridden patients and neuro-rehabilitation for ventilated patients with neurological conditions.
- Implemented a wide range of therapeutic exercise programs, including active and passive range of motion, muscle re-education, and functional training.
- Educated patients and caregivers on diagnosis, precautions, prevention strategies, and the correct use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prostheses.
- Assessed and treated a patient with left hemiplegia, presenting with impaired bed mobility, sit-to-stand transfers, and gait dysfunction.
- Developed and executed neurorehabilitation program using Rood's facilitation techniques, stretching, NDT, and task-oriented functional training, facilitating ambulation with walker by week 5.
- Provided specialised care for geriatric, pediatric, antenatal, postnatal, and core-strengthening programs while training and orienting newly appointed physiotherapists.
Education
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
MAHARASHTRA UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND SCIENCES
Nashik, IndiaSkills
- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy
- Oncology rehabilitation
- Electrotherapy techniques
- Exercise prescription
- Functional Movement Assessment
- Virtual physiotherapy
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Patient communication
- Adaptability skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- 2023-10-01, Certificate of participation in the 3 Days HANDS ON Workshop on integrated manual therapy of peripheral joints
- 2023-08-01, Certificate Course in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy (COMT) based on integrated approach.
- 2020-02-01, Certificate of participation for attending 'Transforming Advanced Technologies in Physical Rehabilitation MSPHYSCON 2020
Custom
- Physiotherapy Intern, Geriatric Camp at Old-Age Home, Assisted in screening and functional assessment of elderly residents, identifying mobility limitations, balance issues, and pain-related conditions., Supported implementation of basic physiotherapy interventions including mobility exercises, strengthening, balance training, and pain-relief measures under supervision by using functional outcome measures such as Berg Balance Scale, SF-36 questionnaire to improve quality of life., Educated residents and caregivers on posture, fall prevention, safe mobility, and simple home-based exercises to promote independence and quality of life.
- Physiotherapy Student, Rural Pediatric Camp, 2020-01-01, Participated in a community physiotherapy initiative in rural Maharashtra, providing physiotherapy support to 20-25 children with neuromuscular and orthopaedic conditions., Spread awareness about early physiotherapy intervention, assisting families in understanding rehabilitation techniques., Developed and demonstrated home exercise programs to help caregivers manage children's mobility challenges.
- Physiotherapy Support, Shahid Marathon, Sangli, 2019-01-01, Provided on-site physiotherapy support to 400+ marathon participants, assisting with muscle cramps, sprains, and fatigue management., Worked with senior physiotherapists to implement injury prevention and post-event rehabilitation strategies., Strengthened first aid response and acute injury management skills in a fast-paced sporting environment.
Declaration
I hereby declare that the information provided in this curriculum vitae is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that any misrepresentation or omission may affect my employment application. Supporting documents and references will be provided upon request.
Place: Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India
Date: __________________
Signature
(Dr. Steffina Michael Mojes)
Timeline
Clinical Physiotherapist
Aarogyaniketan Physiotherapy Clinic
07.2022 - Current
Intern Physiotherapist
Wanless Hospital
11.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
MAHARASHTRA UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND SCIENCES