Aastha Salvi
London
Summary
Compassionate Physiotherapy graduate (MSc Advanced Physiotherapy, University of Salford) with three years of clinical rehabilitation experience in orthopaedic, neurological, cardiorespiratory and sports settings. Delivered patient-centred care through collaboration with physiotherapists, nurses and carers, focusing on exercise programmes and post-operative rehabilitation. Enhanced DBS cleared and first aid certified; HCPC application in progress.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Healthcare Assistant
Lords Care
Birmingham , West Midlands
2025.02 - 2025.11
- Coordinated activities that encourage social interaction amongst residents within the care home setting to foster a sense of community spirit among them .
- Assisted with manual handling and repositioning to ensure patient safety and comfort while adhering to infection control policies.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, helping them navigate challenging situations.
- Provided compassionate, person-centred care to 20 patients/residents per shift, supporting personal care, mobility, nutrition and hydration while maintaining dignity and privacy
- Completed mandatory training including safeguarding, basic life support, infection prevention and control.
Clinical Lead Physiotherapist
Dr Gokani Wellness Clinic
Mumbai
2023.09 - 2024.09
- Carried out assessments, formed provisional diagnoses and designed individual treatment and exercise programmes, including safe home practice.
- Managed daily caseload of 9–10 patients across diverse presentations, ensuring tailored treatment for musculoskeletal, orthopaedic, neurological, cardiorespiratory, paediatric and geriatric conditions.
- Reviewed current research to maintain evidence-based treatment protocols and adhere to regulatory and safety standards.
- Involved carers and relatives in treatment, review and rehabilitation.
- Streamlined clinic administration to enhance operational efficiency and improve overall patient experience.
Marathon Physiotherapist
Asian Heart Hospital
Mumbai
2022.01 - 2024.01
- Assessed event-day presentations to inform clinical decisions and optimise athlete care.
- Delivered tailored one-to-one and group exercise sessions to support athlete performance and rehabilitation.
- Provided pre-event sports massage and stretching, and post-event fascial release to enhance recovery for competing athletes.
Clinical Physiotherapist (Internship)
Sir JJ Group of Hospitals
Mumbai
2022.11 - 2023.05
- Delivered comprehensive pre- and post-operative rehabilitation for ACL and total hip and knee replacement surgeries, facilitating patient recovery and mobility.
- Managed complex neurological conditions, including hemiplegia and quadriplegia, to enhance patient independence and quality of life.
- Treated approximately 50 patients daily across orthopaedic, MSK, and neurological caseloads, ensuring tailored care for diverse conditions.
Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapist (Critical Care Placement)
Sir JJ Group of Hospitals
Mumbai
2023.01 - 2023.02
- Delivered nebulisation, endotracheal and oral suctioning, postural drainage, chest physiotherapy, percussion, and breathing exercises to enhance respiratory function in critical care unit.
- Implemented DVT prevention protocols and provided limb physiotherapy to improve mobility and reduce complications for critically ill patients.
- Conducted regular follow-ups to track progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Handled urgent cases effectively under pressure, providing immediate relief from acute pain symptoms.
- Stayed abreast of latest research and developments in field through continuous professional development initiatives.
Education
MSc - Advanced Physiotherapy
University of Salford
ManchesterBSc - Physiotherapy
Srinivas University
Mangalore, India 1 2018 - 1 2022
Skills
- Patient handling
- Patient assessment
- Progress monitoring
- Post-operative rehabilitation
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Mobility and gait re-education support
- Falls prevention and balance work
- Exercise programme delivery
- Group exercise class delivery
- Patient education and encouragement
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Record-keeping and handover
Certification
- HCPC registration: application in progress (eligible to apply),
- Enhanced DBS: cleared,
- First Aid certified
- Care Certificate
- Manual Handling
References
References available on request.
Languages
Hindi
Elementary
English
Intermediate
Marathi
Intermediate
Timeline
Healthcare Assistant
Lords Care
2025.02 - 2025.11
Clinical Lead Physiotherapist
Dr Gokani Wellness Clinic
2023.09 - 2024.09
Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapist (Critical Care Placement)
Sir JJ Group of Hospitals
2023.01 - 2023.02
Clinical Physiotherapist (Internship)
Sir JJ Group of Hospitals
2022.11 - 2023.05
Marathon Physiotherapist
Asian Heart Hospital
2022.01 - 2024.01
BSc - Physiotherapy
Srinivas University
1 2018 - 1 2022
MSc - Advanced Physiotherapy
University of Salford