RACHEL MATHIAS
Cardiff
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Physiotherapy graduate, currently pursuing MSc Physiotherapy at Cardiff University. Gained hands-on clinical experience through rotational internships across neurological, orthopaedic, and cardiorespiratory settings, along with current experience as a Healthcare Assistant. Skilled in supporting patient mobility, assisting with therapeutic exercises, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation while working within multidisciplinary teams. Highly motivated to apply clinical knowledge and contribute effectively as a Physiotherapy Assistant within NHS rehabilitation services.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker
Care Crew Healthcare Ltd
Cardiff
2025.04 - Current
- Assisted patients with mobility, transfers and activities of daily living, ensuring safety and dignity
- Applied safe manual handling techniques in line with care standards
- Supported patients with orthopaedic, neurological and frailty-related conditions
- Worked within a multidisciplinary team, including physiotherapists and nurses
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation and reported changes in patient condition
- Supported patients in following care plans and rehabilitation guidance provided by healthcare professionals
- Maintained infection prevention and control standards
Physiotherapy Intern
AJ Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre
Mangalore, India
2024.01 - 2024.09
- Completed rotational physiotherapy internship across Neurology, Orthopaedics, General Medicine, ICU, Paediatrics and Community-Based Rehabilitation
- Assisted in assessment and rehabilitation of patients with neurological, orthopaedic and cardiorespiratory conditions
- Supported delivery of exercise therapy, mobility training and functional rehabilitation programmes
- Assisted in basic respiratory care and chest physiotherapy techniques in ICU settings
- Worked across inpatient, outpatient and community-based rehabilitation services
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation and monitored patient progress under supervision
Education
MSc Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy
Cardiff University
Cardiff 2025.01 -
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) - Physiotherapy
Laxmi Memorial College of Physiotherapy
Mangalore, India 2018.10 - 2024.09
Skills
- Rehabilitation support
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Exercise therapy
- Mobility assessment
- Manual handling
- Clinical documentation
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Patient education
- Communication skills
Certification
- Social Care Wales Registration (Active) – ID: W/5152405
- Manual Handling (All Wales Passport) – Refresher (2026)
- PMVA (Violence & Aggression Management) – Refresher (2026)
- Mechanical & Radiological Differential Diagnosis and Dry Needling Training – Sharp Insight (2024)
- Mandatory Care Training: Infection Control, Safeguarding, Basic Life Support, Health & Safety
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker
Care Crew Healthcare Ltd
2025.04 - Current
MSc Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy
Cardiff University
2025.01 -
Physiotherapy Intern
AJ Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre
2024.01 - 2024.09
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) - Physiotherapy
Laxmi Memorial College of Physiotherapy
2018.10 - 2024.09