Academic Staff

Ms. Jessica Rauszen received her Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and her Postgraduate Diploma in Education from The University of Hong Kong.

Upon graduation, Jessica worked both as physiotherapist in private clinic settings and as teacher focusing on special needs education in local mainstream schools. Her interest in physiotherapy motivated her to work in tetraplegic rehabilitation at the Jockey Club New Page Inn, which led to a Masters in Neurological Physiotherapy at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. During this time, she studied the physiological benefits of cardiovascular exercise in early to mid-stage Parkinson’s disease. 

Prior to joining the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences (RS) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University as a full time clinical associate, she was active as physiotherapist in Tuen Mun Hospital; and as a part-time clinical instructor in RS, where Jessica led client-centered learning for allied health students with emphasis on interprofessional collaboration. As the work involved NGO’s representing various sectors of the community, this combination of disciplines helped to integrate her knowledge and expertise in the geriatric as well as community settings.

She is part of an inter-disciplinary team for the community voucher scheme in Chai Wan, in collaboration with the Chinese YMCA, providing physiotherapy interventions for homebound elderly patients.