Elizabeth O Flaherty
Ardrossan,North Ayrshire
Summary
Healthcare professional dedicated to patient care, with strong communication and collaboration skills for effective treatment plan development. Experienced in enhancing quality of life through tailored physiotherapy interventions. Demonstrates flexibility and an open mindset in treatment options for diverse patient needs. Committed to continuous improvement in rehabilitation practices.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Physiotherapist Technical Instructor
NHS Ayrshire & Arran Cardiac Rehab
Ayr, Ayrshire
2022.09 - Current
- Provided personalised treatment plans for optimal patient care.
- Monitored patient recovery and adjusted treatment plans to optimise recovery outcomes.
- Supported patients in recovering strength post-surgery through guided exercise classes for up to 25 patients per class.
- Guided patients in home exercise programmes to foster improvement outside clinic hours.
- Instructed patients on prevention techniques to reduce repeat care needs.
- Enhanced rehabilitation by educating patients on treatments and conditions.
- Advised clients on nutrition, exercise, and stress management to enhance overall well-being.
- Facilitated one-to-one and group exercise sessions for service users.
- Coordinated with external therapy providers to maintain seamless continuity of care.
- Maintained compliance with professional standards and ethics during patient care.
- Updated knowledge of regulatory requirements to ensure safe working practices.
Health and Wellbeing Consultant
KA Leisure, Active Lifestyles Team
Irvine, North Ayrshire
2020.05 - 2022.08
- Provided expert guidance for improved health and wellness.
- Created personalised wellness plans during consultations to address individual health needs.
- Evaluated client mental health comprehensively to identify treatment options and formulate effective plans.
- Advocated for healthier lifestyles through tailored advice on nutrition, weight control, and lifestyle issues.
- Conducted regular evaluations to ensure effectiveness of wellbeing programmes.
- Assisted clients to achieve personal and treatment-related goals.
- Helped clients make informed decisions and follow individual treatment plans.
- Adapted training methods to suit individual fitness levels or health concerns, making exercise accessible to all participants.
- Collaborated with practitioners and allied health professionals to provide support to clients.
- Monitored patients' conditions, taking pulse and weight.
- Observed and evaluated patients to detect changes in behaviour or abnormalities.
- Liaised closely with clients throughout consulting process, ensuring satisfaction at every stage.
Beauty therapist
Chez Belle Beauty salon
Dalry, North Ayrshire
2010.04 - 2020.04
- Improved client satisfaction by delivering personalised facial treatments.
- Maintained professional client records for effective treatment tracking.
- Implemented hygienic practices to maintain a clean treatment space.
- Increased client comfort by applying gentle waxing methods.
- Administered advanced body massage techniques for stress reduction.
- Utilised unique reflexology practices for holistic wellbeing benefits.
- Enhanced salon reputation with high-quality manicure and pedicure services.
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring repeat client bookings.
- Provided tailored skincare advice that increased product sales and client loyalty.
- Collaborated with team members to organise successful promotional events.
- Developed and maintained strong customer relationships, leading to increased referrals and a growing client base.
- Attended training to deliver range of professional treatments offered by salon.
- Upheld exceptional hygiene levels, maintaining spotlessly clean salon environments for optimised customer comfort.
- Retained clients through exceptional work ethic, individualised beauty care plans and positive attitude.
- Upsold products with detailed knowledge and persuasive sales techniques.
- Administered facial and body hair removal treatments with waxing, threading and electrolysis procedures.
- Delivered massages using varied techniques, targeted to exact customer preferences.
Lecturer in Beauty Therapy
City of Glasgow College
Glasgow, Glasgow City
2008.08 - 2010.04
- Prepared and delivered lectures on diverse topics related to Beauty Therapy and Massage.
- Demonstrated techniques to students, emphasising correct methods and safe practices for various procedures.
- Designed exams, assessments and course content, including lecture material and writing assignments.
- Enhanced student learning outcomes through development of engaging lesson plans.
- Administered examinations, assessed results and issued fair grades.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports and Exercise Science
University Of West of Scotland
Scotland 2019.09 - 2021.05
Specialist Cardiac Exercise instructor - Cardiac Rehabilitation
BACPR
United Kingdom 2022.10 -
Level 4 Mental Health - Mental Health
Wright Foundation
Glasgow, Glasgow City 2022.01 - 2022.03
Gym and Aqua Fit Instructor, Falls Prevention - Various
KA Leisure, Active Lifestyles Team
Irvine, North Ayrshire 2020.05 - 2022.08
Diploma in Sports Therapy and Massage - Massage
Senior College
Dublin, Ireland 1999.09 - 2000.05
Diploma In Stress Management - Health
Senior College
Dublin, Ireland 1999.09 - 2000.04
Diploma in Beauty Therapy - Beauty
Senior College
Dublin, Ireland 1991.09 - 1993.10
Skills
- Exercise prescription proficiency
- Rehabilitation methods
- Sports injury management
- Therapeutic exercise expertise
- Cardiac rehabilitation techniques
- Postoperative support
- Anatomical knowledge
- Geriatric care expertise
- Holistic patient care
- Empathy and motivational strategies
- Confidentiality and diplomacy
Timeline
Specialist Cardiac Exercise instructor - Cardiac Rehabilitation
BACPR
2022.10 -
Physiotherapist Technical Instructor
NHS Ayrshire & Arran Cardiac Rehab
2022.09 - Current
Level 4 Mental Health - Mental Health
Wright Foundation
2022.01 - 2022.03
Health and Wellbeing Consultant
KA Leisure, Active Lifestyles Team
2020.05 - 2022.08
Gym and Aqua Fit Instructor, Falls Prevention - Various
KA Leisure, Active Lifestyles Team
2020.05 - 2022.08
Bachelor of Science - Sports and Exercise Science
University Of West of Scotland
2019.09 - 2021.05
Beauty therapist
Chez Belle Beauty salon
2010.04 - 2020.04
Lecturer in Beauty Therapy
City of Glasgow College
2008.08 - 2010.04
Diploma in Sports Therapy and Massage - Massage
Senior College
1999.09 - 2000.05
Diploma In Stress Management - Health
Senior College
1999.09 - 2000.04
Diploma in Beauty Therapy - Beauty
Senior College
1991.09 - 1993.10