1. CURRICULUM VITAE – ANNA COLLINS
Address: 46 Narrien Loop
HOCKING
Western Australia
6065
Telephone Number: 08 9404 7751
Mobile Telephone: 0415 532971
E-Mail: annaecollins31@gmail.com
QUALIFICATIONS:
5 May 2010 – Full Registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Western Australia granted
Sept 1988 – BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy (2:1 Classification) from the University of East London,
July 1992 Stratford Campus, Romford Road, Stratford, London. E15 4LZ
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
Professional development alongside peer review and performance appraisals has been completed
throughout my career. This has included much time spent researching numerous topics for in-service
presentations and to further enhance my skills in all areas as required. I developed management, clinical
and service development skills in an orthopaedic role between 2004 and 2010. During my time at CPS I
have completed private study, hospital visits and peer-learning alongside article reviews in the areas of
orthopaedics, functional rehabilitation, cardiac rehabilitation and hydrotherapy. I have also developed
management skills whilst in the position of referral room team lead and programme manager. These skills
have been further developed and many others acquired during my role as acting manager for cPS in what
has been a very challenging time for the service. All mandatory training has been kept up to date in the
areas required; essentially manual handling, fire safety and basic life support, infection control, hand
hygiene, WAVE and OSH.
Courses:
• Parkinson’s Disease and High Level Mobility Training after Stroke
• Engagement Facilitation
• RCA Training 23/10/15
• Chronic Pain
• Risk Analysis as it relates to your business - 22nd
September from 1000-1130
• Facilitation Skills,16 September 2015.
• ABF E-learning
• Aboriginal E-learning course
• E-learning Module: Managing Bullying in the Workplace
• PHAC Mandatory Training Refresher, 31 August 2015
• Leading and Managing Teams, 1 day, 3 August 2015;
• Toolkit for Managers, 1 day, 20 July 2015;
• OSH Training for Managers and Supervisors – Booked 26/3/15
• GEKO (Quality Evidence Knowledge Outcomes) Training
• Osteoporosis Study Evening
• Diabetes Study Evening
• Online Cardiovascular Seminar
• Participated in an online study with Curtin University to assess a new rheumatoid arthritis learning
tool
• Heart Failure Study Day
• Elective Orthopaedic Surgery Update
• Evidence-based Rehabilitation
• AOCP (Association of Orthopaedic Chartered Physiotherapists) National conference and study day
• Bench marking conference at the Conquest Hospital
• Benchmarking visits to Bournemouth Hospital Orthopaedic Unit, Leeds Orthopaedic Unit and
Reading Shoulder Unit
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2. • The Cutting Edge of Orthopaedics
• Liaising with several consultant surgeons as protocols and services developed at the Elective
Orthopaedic Centre (EOC) and as a result being involved in setting up the physiotherapy service at the
EOC and writing protocols and patient information leaflets
• Orthopaedic update including hip resurfacing, minimally invasive surgery, laser and ultrasound scanning
in orthopaedics
• Motivational Interviewing – 2 sessions
Projects in which I have participated:
• Completed all documentation for periodic review for EQuIP – CPS described as an excellent team
• Involved in the transition plan to split CPS from a metro-wide service into two metro services
• Review of referral sources into CPS to improve awareness of areas needing targetting
• Involved in the consolidation of orthopaedics, falls, functional rehabilitation and hydrotherapy
programmes into a combined general rehabilitation programme at CPS with new policies, procedures
and class resources.
• Developed and modified a client participation folder for the orthopaedic programme
• Participated in orthopaedic QI projects at Hollywood Hospital - updating policies and handouts
• Worked alongside colleague to update and modify the physiotherapy provision at Gairdner
Rehabilitation Unit (part of SCGH); namely induction booklet, exercise handouts, reordering the gym
and an initial assessment form
• Worked with Mr Singh, Consultant Surgeon, to evaluate and update hip arthroscopy patient handout
• Worked alongside 3 orthopaedic surgeons to produce post-operative shoulder information booklets for
patients undergoing a wide variety of shoulder operations
• Assisted with rewriting the anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction post-operative patient booklet
• Updated and revised the research base at the EOC. This included a literature review which was used to
update and re-write the protocols for total hip replacements and total knee replacements
• Involved in research clinics at the EOC measuring outcome measures and liaising with other services
as appropriate.
• Arranged an orthopaedic team bench-marking trip to the Conquest Hospital and assisted in feedback
• Attended strategy planning day with line manager to consider growth options, KPIs etc
• Re-wrote induction folder for new staff
• Worked with a local Primary Care Trust to evaluate the level of ongoing therapy required by that area
on an annual basis to assist with budgeting
• Regularly attended clinical governance meetings at the EOC
• Final duties at EOC:
• Worked with line manager to define contract currencies
• Worked with colleague to successfully hand over the weekend rota at the EOC
• Worked on interview training with a band 5 colleague
• Arranged a mandatory training day for the weekend casual staff to ensure they are all fully up to date
before I hand the rota over
• Rewrote and modified all job descriptions to ensure they were applicable to staff who only work
weekend shifts at the EOC
Whilst working in the UK I was heavily involved in supervision and training of physiotherapy students. This
helped to develop my professional skills, requiring me to constantly question and evaluate my practice; an
activity I have continued throughout my career. It also involved teaching on specific pathology and
physiotherapy techniques, along with the role of the multidisciplinary team, the use of X-rays and their
evaluation, plus allowing them to develop their knowledge of the field in which they are on placement.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
June 2015 - Current
Employer: North Metropolitan Area Health Services – Community Physiotherapy Services
Post: Senior P2 Physiotherapist, Higher Duties Allowance to P3. Acting Manager Community
Physiotherapy Services, NMHS
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3. Duties: I was appointed as acting manager following transition of CPS into 2 area health services
(NMHS and SMHS). CLINICAL LEADERSHIP: This role is to strategically direct and
manage the planning, development, delivery and evaluation of CPS across NMHS and
liaising with SMHS CPS to ensure smooth transition since July 2015. To provide expert
consultation and education regarding community physiotherapy services. To strategically
direct change processes for all areas of the service in light of Health Reform. To formulate
CPS standards of clinical care and ensure their implementation and review. To advise,
consult and liaise with all stakeholders on matters related to the development,
implementation and outcomes of community based services. To facilitate and participate in
strategic planning and service design for Public health and Ambulatory Care. From
November 2015 – February 2016 I ran a Phase 3 pulmonary rehabilitation programme
following a complaint regarding the physiotherapist. This required skills of clarification and
consistency, along with excellent communication and clinical skills, to regain the clients’
confidence in the service. ADMINISTATION/MANAGEMENT: To manage and lead a team
of senior physiotherapy staff including professional development, professional support,
performance management. To manage and coordinate recruitment, selection, orientation
and training of CPS staff. Responsible for the financial management and performance of
CPS, including preparation of business cases as required. Ensures all relevant legislation is
applied and observed. Responsible for CPS reporting requirements including response to
complaints. CLINICAL SUPPORT/EDUCATION/RESEARCH: Ensure CPS programs are
evidence-based, utilise clinical reasoning, follow clinical guidelines and respond to clinical
need. Directs the development, co-ordination and provision of ongoing clinical training and
professional mentoring. Ensure that staff under supervision provide leadership, supervision,
performance management, professional development and support for the staff they
supervise. Undertake continued professional development and participate in performance
management to advance professional skills in leadership, management and specialised
clinical care. Directs and controls departmental continuous improvement and research.
Provide quality improvement activities and regular review of policies and procedures.
June 2012 – June 2015
Employer: North Metropolitan Area Health Services – Community Physiotherapy Services
Post: Senior P2 Physiotherapist, Currently 0.4FTE Referral Room Team Lead, 0.3FTE
Programme Manager (Orthopaedics)
Duties: Provision of physiotherapy management and education to clients attending community-
based classes in the areas assigned; have covered functional rehabilitation, acute cardiac
care (Phase 2), orthopaedics and hydrotherapy. To work in the referral room processing
new referrals and answering client’s queries. To be flexible to service needs and cover /
assist as required. To provide data as required by the service and keep all my
documentation up to date and accurate. To assist in programme planning and develop new
resources as required. Currently team lead (since August 2014) for the referral room
resulting in a more managerial role and involving management tasks and decision making,
liaising with other staff as indicated and as appropriate. Has involved updating many
processes as policies change and service demands are altered as well as performance
management. Recently commenced 0.3FTE as programme manager (orthopaedics) but I
have also successfully covered programme managers on leave in the area of falls and
phase 2 cardiac rehabilitation. From November 2015 – February 2016 I ran a Phase 3
pulmonary rehabilitation programme following a complaint regarding the physiotherapist.
This required skills of clarification and consistency, along with excellent communication and
clinical skills, to regain the clients’ confidence in the service. Manager and peer review has
provided excellent feedback on my achievement in all roles, clinical and managerial.
January - March 2011: Temporary contract (10th
January – 11th
March 2011)
Employer: Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
Post: P1 Physiotherapist, top level increment, Full – Time
Duties: Assess and provide physiotherapy to all patients on the Gairdner Rehabilitation Unit as
required. To manage a caseload of rehabilitation patients (medical, neurosurgical and
complex orthopaedics predominantly) and maintain communication with all team members
to ensure a timely and effective discharge of all patients. To assist other team members as
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4. the need arises and participate in departmental activities as appropriate
Reason to
Leave:
3 week contract initially that was extended twice. Resigned to reduce hours; unable to do in
current position
December 2010 - Current
Employer: Ramsay Healthcare Australia – Hollywood Private Hospital
Post: Physiotherapist; Level 4/6 Year 6 – Casual contract
Duties: Assess and provide physiotherapy to patients in the clinical area to which I am assigned,
mainly acute orthopaedics but also slow stream rehabilitation and the medical/surgical unit.
Helping other teams as required and participating in departmental activities as appropriate.
Provision of weekend cover for inpatients, predominantly acute orthopaedics, usually acting
as shift co-ordinator.
March 2011 – June 2012, worked 3 days per week plus 1 weekend shift in 3. Currently
working 1 weekend shift per 2-3 weeks.
January 2004 – October 2010
Employer: Central Surrey Health, C/o Physiotherapy Dept, Oaks Ward, The Elective Orthopaedic
Centre, Denbies Wing, Epsom General Hospital, Dorking Road, Epsom, Surrey. KT18 7EG
Post: Band 7 (Senior I) Physiotherapist In-patient Orthopaedics – 18 hours a week plus two
weekend days a month
Duties: Provide clinical excellence and lead on one of the wards within the South West London
Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC) now renamed as the EOC (Elective Orthopaedic
Centre). Deputise for the clinical lead as required. As well as clinical input especially with
complex patients, participate in in-service training, writing patient handouts, responsible for
the weekend rota (6 staff per day), audit, research clinics, assist with service development,
pre-assessment, ordering X-rays. Carry out duties on the post-anaesthetic care unit
involving day case patients and patients with medical complications; usually requiring
respiratory physiotherapy. Involved in clinical management of patients who present with co-
morbidities requiring skills in neurological, respiratory, care of the elderly, young sports
injury physiotherapy as required. Performance appraisal consistently gave excellent
feedback
Conditions: THR, TKR, ACL reconstruction, Foot surgery, spinal surgery, shoulder surgery,
hip and knee arthroscopy
Techniques: MSK skills to improve ROM and power, reduce swelling, gait analysis and re-
education, assessment and re-education of transfers, DC preparation
September 2002 – October 2010
Employer: Self; own private practice – C/o Home Address, UK
Post: Senior Community Musculoskeletal physiotherapist, Variable Hours
Duties: Provision of skilled physiotherapy in a community setting, predominantly following discharge
home from hospital following elective and trauma orthopaedic surgery.
Conditions: post-THR, post-TKR, post- MUA of TKR, Parkinson’s Disease, Post-acetabular
fractures with several co-morbidities, highly complex TKR revision with muscle flap, skin
graft and ischial fractures, fractured femur.
Techniques: Muscle strengthening through static and dynamic exercise, use of
proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques, use of hold-relax and theraband, gait
re-education, joint mobilisations (Maitland), instruction in home exercise programme and
advice, progression of exercise, building of confidence, liaising with other professionals
involved in the patient’s care.
January 1998 – August 2005
Employer: Ashtead Hospital, The Warren, Ashtead, Surrey. KT21 2SB
Post: Senior Physiotherapist (Casual), Variable Hours
Duties: Provision of weekend cover for inpatients (surgical and medical) and managing a caseload
of in- and out-patients during the week. Specialties covered were predominantly
orthopaedics as well as respiratory and neurological conditions.
January 2001 – March 2004
Employer: Mount Alvernia Hospital, 46 Harvey Road, Guildford, Surrey. GU1 3LX
Post: Senior Physiotherapist (Casual), Variable Hours – Weekend Shifts
Duties: Provision of weekend cover for inpatients (surgical and medical). Specialties covered were
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5. predominantly orthopaedics as well as respiratory and neurological conditions.
May 1996 – December 2001
Employer: East Surrey Healthcare NHS Trust, East Surrey Hospital, Canada Avenue, Redhill, Surrey.
RH1 5RH
Post: Band 7 (Senior I) Physiotherapist – Orthopaedics – Full -Time until May 1997, 0.6FTE from
February 1998
Duties: Provide clinical lead for in-patient orthopaedics, including evaluation and development of the
service provided, and assist the senior management team in the overall running of the
physiotherapy department
August 1994 – May 1996
Employer: Richmond, Twickenham and Roehampton Healthcare NHS Trust, C/o Queen Mary’s
University Hospital, Roehampton Lane, Putney, London. SW15 5PN
Post: Band 6 (Senior II) Physiotherapist – rotational; Full - Time
Rotations: MUSCULOSKELETAL OUTPATIENTS – Queen Mary’s Hospital
Conditions: All peripheral and spinal conditions, post-operative cases, patients with pre-
existing co-morbidities
COMMUNITY – based at Putney Hospital
Conditions: All core areas covered; MSK, orthopaedics, neurology, respiratory, and patients
with complex and multi-needs.
IN-PATIENT ORTHOPAEDICS – Queen Mary’s Hospital
Conditions: All core elective procedures plus trauma patients – from minor cases to complex
and multiple trauma (nearest hospital to major airport), Amputees
IN-PATIENT ORTHO/OUT-PATIENT SPLIT - Queen Mary’s Hospital
Acted as a link between ward and out-patient setting ensuring timely resolution of difficulties
and improving communication between two departments
August 1992 – August 1994
Name of
Employer:
Richmond, Twickenham and Roehampton Healthcare NHS Trust, C/o address as above
Post: Band 5 (Junior) Physiotherapist – rotational; Full - Time
Rotations: Role involved 4 months in each of the following clinical areas where I developed skills
treating a wide range of conditions pertinent to that area. I was also involved with audit and
departmental duties.
• MUSCULOSKELETAL OUT-PATIENTS - Queen Mary’s Hospital
• MEDICAL WARDS INCLUDING NEUROLOGY - Queen Mary’s Hospital
• MUSCULOSKELETAL OUT-PATIENTS/CARE OF THE ELDERLY–Barnes Hospital
• MUSCULOSKELETAL OUT-PATIENTS – Queen Mary’s Hospital
• AMPUTEES OUT-PATIENTS– Douglas Bader Unit, Roehampton
• SURGICAL CHESTS – Queen Mary’s Hospital
• IN-PATIENT ORTHOPAEDICS (including AMPUTEES)– Queen Mary’s Hospital
EXPLANATION OF CAREER BREAKS: (all are still during a paid employment)
April – December 2013 Restricted working / sick leave – recurrent breast cancer (surgery,
chemotherapy, further preventative surgery)
January 2006 – June 2006 Worked in the discharge team within the EOC during rehabilitation
back to work following sick leave for breast cancer. This involved
liaising with patients, carers, members of the multi-disciplinary team
and outside agencies pre- and post-operatively to ensure a smooth
and timely discharge.
March 2005 – January 2006 Sick leave – surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy following
diagnosis of breast cancer
October 2000 – September 2001 Maternity Leave
June 1997 – February 1998 Maternity Leave
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6. REFEREES:
Mrs Kathryn Devereux – previous Line Manager
Mrs Jenni White – Line Manager
Director for Nursing and Midwifery Services
Public Health and Ambulatory Care
54 Salvado Road
Wembley
WA
TEL: 08 9380 7708
Email:
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7. REFEREES:
Mrs Kathryn Devereux – previous Line Manager
Mrs Jenni White – Line Manager
Director for Nursing and Midwifery Services
Public Health and Ambulatory Care
54 Salvado Road
Wembley
WA
TEL: 08 9380 7708
Email:
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