Akila Perera

Dedicated, highly skilled, and fully licensed Registered Physiotherapist in Ontario with over 8 years of comprehensive clinical experience spanning international health systems and Canadian care settings. Highly motivated and fully prepared to relocate to ensure seamless, reliable coverage for Lakeridge Health's inpatient rehabilitation units. Robust foundational background in acute care hospital environments, including extensive hands-on clinical experience within premier Sri Lankan acute care and rehabilitation institutions.

Recognized for strong clinical depth in executing vital patient assessments, documenting personalized treatment plans, and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary hospital care teams to optimize client self-care program recommendations.

Registered Physiotherapist - Get Right Physiotherapy - Etobicoke, ON

(2025-10)

• Perform detailed physical assessments of complex patient conditions, with a focus on geriatric rehabilitation and acute neurological recovery.
• Create, implement, and document personalized treatment plans designed to safely manage chronic conditions, restore balance, and optimize physical independence.
• Actively support and deliver client self-care program recommendations to empower patients and family members post-rehabilitation.
• Maintain thorough, timely clinical documentation of care delivery to track functional progress and maintain high standards of patient safety.

Registered Physiotherapist - Battleford Physiotherapy - Mississauga, ON

(2025-10)

• Conduct comprehensive clinical evaluations and craft individualized care strategies for acute and chronic musculoskeletal impairments to maximize functional outcomes.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills to manage a busy daily caseload while ensuring highly precise documentation and seamless workflow.
• Formulate and deliver targeted physical education initiatives regarding long-term functional management using adult education principles.

Physiotherapist - Revival Physical Medical Center - Colombo

(2017-10 - 2024-05)

• Managed a high-demand clinical schedule in an inpatient-focused and acute care rehabilitation setting, serving a cumulative caseload of over 2,000+ patients.
• Performed precise patient evaluations and re-assessments strictly utilizing the SOAP method to document care delivery and map short- and long-term diagnostic rehabilitation goals.
• Collaborated effectively in patient care meetings within a multidisciplinary healthcare team alongside physicians, occupational therapists, and specialists to deliver integrated, patient-centered care.
• Took part in clinic program development, evaluation, and review processes to systematically elevate patient delivery standards and modern clinical pathways.
• Designed and executed specialized recovery plans for post-surgical and neurologically impaired populations presenting with complex chronic illness profiles.

Clinical Hospital Rotations (Acute Care & Rehabilitation) - NHSL, Ragama Rehabilitation Hospital, & Chilaw Base Hospital - Sri Lanka

(2014-09 - 2017-04)

• Accumulated extensive hands-on acute care rehabilitation experience across critical care and ward settings during final clinical degree placements.
• Completed dedicated clinical blocks in inpatient medicine units, specialized stroke units, orthopaedic post-op wards, and specialized step-down rehabilitation facilities.
• Mastered acute inpatient handling, early neurological therapeutic exercises, and the management of vulnerable geriatric populations experiencing multifaceted chronic health conditions.

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy - University of Colombo (2013-05 - 2017-09)

Master of Business Administration - Business Administration - University of West London (2019-09 - 2020-12)