Kati Chan

Kati Chan

Physical Therapy Volunteer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Pediatric Physical Therapist

  • Education

    • University of Puget Sound

      2013 - 2016
      Doctorate of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy/Therapist

      Activities and Societies: Student Physical Therapy Association Social Chair, 2014-2015

    • University of Puget Sound

      2008 - 2012
      Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Exercise Science

      Activities and Societies: Exercise Science Club President, 2011-2012; Gamma Phi Beta Lifetime Member

  • Experience

    • Federal Way School District, Physical Therapy Department

      Mar 2012 - Jun 2012
      Physical Therapy Volunteer

      Aided physical therapists with student therapy sessions, both land based and aquatic exercise.

    • Surat Thani Hospital

      Jun 2012 - Jul 2012
      Physical Therapy Intern

      Provided and observed a variety of services to patients, including passive range of motion and stretching therapy, supervised exercise programs, and observed EMG diagnosis.

    • McCormick Hospital

      Jul 2012 - Sept 2012
      Physical Therapy Intern

      Providing and observing a variety of services to patients, including performing percussion for pediatric patients, supervising exercise prescription, applying modalities, passive range of motion and stretching therapy, observed orthopedic surgeries and the birthing room.

    • Veteran Administration

      Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
      Physical Therapy Intern

      First of 3 internships for the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program. Evaluated and treated patients in the ICU, Step Down Unit, Orthopedic floor, Medicine floor, and Psychiatric ward under CI supervision

    • Seattle Children's

      Jan 2016 - Mar 2016
      Physical Therapy Intern

      Second of 3 clinical rotations. Evaluated and treated patients in Inpatient Rehab Setting under Clinical Instructor supervision with diagnoses including spinal cord injury, stroke, orthopedic surgeries, traumatic brain injuries, and oncology patients. Participated in Infant Team care, which included developmental and feeding interventions.

    • MORE Physical Therapy, Inc.

      Apr 2016 - Jul 2016
      Physical Therapy Intern

      Third of three clinical rotations. Evaluated and treated patients in the orthopedic setting, providing care to a range of patients from pediatric to elderly populations.

    • Rehabilitation Associates, Inc

      Sept 2016 - Feb 2018
      Physical Therapist

      • Evaluate and treat pediatric patients in an outpatient setting with varying diagnoses using age-appropriate assessment and outcome measures• Supervised and developed pediatric aquatic therapy program• Collaborated with treatment team members (PT, OT, SLP, CSW, Nutrition)• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and exercise technicians• Assess and apply the need for interventions including kinesiotape/Rocktape, Graston tools, orthotics, and assistive devices

    • Seattle Children's

      Feb 2018 - now
      Pediatric Physical Therapist

      • Evaluate and treat pediatric patients in an inpatient setting on the PICU, CICU, surgical, medical, inpatient rehabilitation, and cancer care floors• Collaborate with medical teams and providers to promote safe mobility and progression of each patient and family• Collaborate with vendors to evaluate and fit durable medical equipment• Collaborate with Orthotics and Prosthetics department to assess and assist in prescription of proper orthotic intervention• Led and developed in-services for departmental education• Developed and progressed care protocols in coordination with medical departments Show less

    • Odessa Brown Community Clinic - Seattle Children’s Hospital Regional Clinic

      Apr 2022 - now
      Pediatric Physical Therapist

      • Created and implemented a new Sickle Cell On-Target Assessment program to ensure best access to appropriate care for patients and families with Sickle Cell Disease• Evaluate and treat pediatric patients in an outpatient setting with varying diagnoses, such as developmental delay, CVA, toe walking, tumor resection, etc. using age-appropriate assessments and outcome measures• Collaborate with medical providers, including specialty doctors, nutrition, orthotists, and social work staff to ensure healthcare with dignity• Developed Therapy Staff Diversity Planning Committee and collaborate with Human Resources and our Workforce Planning Department to ensure equitable hiring• Participate in community outreach programs and development in collaboration with departmental Anti-Racism Oversight Committee in order to promote diversity in the physical therapy profession Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor

      American Physical Therapy Association
      Jan 2021
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Kati Chan
      David Fisher Award for Excellence in Safety Nominee - 2021
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Community Engagement Committee Member

      Issued by WithinReach
      WithinReachAssociated with Kati Chan
    • Member

      Issued by Anti-Racism Oversight Committee (AROC) Taskforce, Seattle Children's Hospital
      Anti-Racism Oversight Committee (AROC) Taskforce, Seattle Children's HospitalAssociated with Kati Chan
    • Leader

      Issued by Therapy Staff Diversity Planning Committee, Seattle Children's Hospital
      Therapy Staff Diversity Planning Committee, Seattle Children's HospitalAssociated with Kati Chan