Rachael Delaunay
Summary
Qualified Physiotherapist with over 20 years experience, committed to improving physical and mental wellbeing through optimal treatment programmes. Utilising evidence based treatment to accurately and efficiently assess, diagnose, and deliver results through compassionate, ongoing care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Physiotherapist
Heal Hub
Dubai, UAE
05.2024 - Current
- Senior Physiotherapist in this dynamic and holistic clinic.
- Assessing patients' physical conditions for effective treatment strategies, in particular postural dysfunctions, post surgical rehabilitation and sporting injuries.
- Demonstrating exercises to patients, enhancing their understanding of the therapy process.
- Ensuring optimal patient care by staying updated on latest physiotherapy techniques.
- Liaising with other health professionals including Orthopaedic surgeons , Psychologists and Personal trainers delivering a holistic service to optimise outcomes.
- Created and executed the first 'Heal Hub Run Club', delivering a mobility and strength and conditioning programme targeting those new to running and those wanting to improve.
- Teaching weekly yoga, breath work and cool pool programmes.
- Strong use of manual techniques appropriate for muscle and joint tension.
- Facilitated post-operative rehabilitation sessions, aiding faster recovery period.
- Active use of social media for marketing and educational purposes.
Physiotherapist
Dubai Physiotherapy and Family Medicine Clinic
Dubai , UAE
04.2008 - 04.2024
- Managed large clinical caseloads of up to 12+ patients/ day.
- Delivered one-to-one and group exercise sessions to patients and triathletes, including Yoga, Pilates, Hydrotherapy, Strength and Conditioning.
- Home hydrotherapy training sessions and basic swimming techniques.
- Treated athletic patients suffering sporting injuries, especially runners and triathletes.
- Ergonomic assessments and management of postural dysfunction.
- Post orthopaedic surgery rehabilitation, for example ACL and SLAP repairs.
- Use of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue mobilization, dry needling and running assessment applications.
- Increased patient retention through proactive patient call backs.
Yoga Teacher
Surfhouse
Dubai , UAE
06.2015 - 02.2021
- Enhanced Vinyasa flow yoga sessions by integrating techniques such as breath work and anatomical alignment .
- Planned and delivered two vinyasa flow sessions weekly.
- Liaised directly with around 20 clients by phone and email.
- Organised and held a yoga retreat in Zanzibar
- Planned and delivered yoga sessions as part of triathlon training camps in Khorfakhan.
Physiotherapist
Sandy Hill Physiotherapy Centre
St Austell, Cornwall , UK
02.2006 - 01.2008
- Integration of manual therapy, exercise prescription and education for optimal patient care. Clientele including surfers, sailors and rugby players.
Physiotherapist
Avalon Physiotherapy Clinic
Sydney, Australia
02.2004 - 02.2006
- Developed and delivered individualised Clinical Pilates treatment programmes with with attainable goals for optimal progress.
Physiotherapist- Hydrotherapy
DeeWhy Hospital
Sydney , Australia
02.2004 - 02.2006
- Designed and implemented Hydrotherapy programmes for post surgical knee and hip replacement patients.
Physiotherapist
Lower Hutt Hospital
Lower Hutt, New Zealand
07.2001 - 12.2002
- New graduate programme, worked in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver outstanding care in cardio respiratory, rheumatology, burns and plastics and orthopeadic services.
Physical Therapy Assistant
Forest Hill Physical Therapy Centre
Truckee, Lake Tahoe , USA
01.2001 - 04.2001
- Alleviated the workload of 5 physiotherapists by managing patients' treatment programmes effectively in this busy ski town during the winter season.
Education
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
University of Otago
Dunedin, New Zealand2000
Breath coach - Yoga
Yoga Body
Barcelona, Spain01.2022
Yoga teacher training - Yoga
Nosara Yoga Institute
Nosara, Costa Rica2015
Skills
- Clinical assessing and diagnosing
- Manual therapy techniques
- Exercise rehabilitation
- Running assessments
- Assessing and correcting posture
- Ergonomic workplace assessments
- Clinical Pilates - reformer and mat
- Holistic Physiotherapy approach
- Qualified yoga teacher
- Qualified breath coach
- Developing and maintaining client relations
Interests
- Running
- Mountain biking
- Sailing
- Surfing
- Hiking
- Ski mountaineering
Timeline
Senior Physiotherapist
Heal Hub
05.2024 - Current
Yoga Teacher
Surfhouse
06.2015 - 02.2021
Physiotherapist
Dubai Physiotherapy and Family Medicine Clinic
04.2008 - 04.2024
Physiotherapist
Sandy Hill Physiotherapy Centre
02.2006 - 01.2008
Physiotherapist
Avalon Physiotherapy Clinic
02.2004 - 02.2006
Physiotherapist- Hydrotherapy
DeeWhy Hospital
02.2004 - 02.2006
Physiotherapist
Lower Hutt Hospital
07.2001 - 12.2002
Physical Therapy Assistant
Forest Hill Physical Therapy Centre
01.2001 - 04.2001
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
University of Otago
Breath coach - Yoga
Yoga Body
Yoga teacher training - Yoga
Nosara Yoga Institute
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