Handled 100% of clinic's entry level caseload of general orthopedic and lymphedema patients in an outpatient setting, treating 11-13 patients per day.
Administered initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition for general orthopedic, oncology, and lymphedema patient populations.
Designed and modified plan of care and treatment programs to achieve established goals for patients with simple to complex cases.
Utilized Complete Decongestive Therapy including Manual Lymphatic Drainage, decongestive exercise, compression garments, and compression pump for treatment of oncological and lymphedema conditions under supervision of physical therapist.
Used WebPT to chart patients' progress and update departmental records with data according to healthcare documentation regulation
Physical Therapy Clinical Student
Sante Of Chandler
Chandler, AZ
08.2021 - 11.2021
Handled 80-90% of facility's entry level caseload in a skilled nursing in-patient setting
Treated 6-8 patients a day with varying conditions under supervision of physical therapist: COVID-19, West Nile Virus, cerebral vascular accidents, neurological, orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, gastrointestinal, and other multisystems conditions.
Chart reviewed and administered initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition, and designed plan of care with consideration of their medical history to achieve established goals.
Planned and carried out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning and alleviate pain.
Observed patient tolerance and status during treatment to modify treatment program if necessary.
Communicated with other health care staff including occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, and nursing staff to enhance rehabilitation or maintenance of function.
Physical Therapy Clinical Student
Biomechanix
Goodyear, AZ
06.2021 - 08.2021
Handled 80-100% of clinic's entry level caseload of orthopedic and vestibular conditions.
Learned to evaluate and treat orthopedic patients using Applied Functional Science with guidance from physical therapists
Planned and carried out individually designed programs of physical treatment to meet patient's goals and to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning and alleviate pain.
Performed physical therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills to improve strength, mobility, and function.
Used WebPT to chart patients' progress and update departmental records with data according to healthcare documentation regulation.
Physical Therapy Clinical Student
Desert Hand And Physical Therapy
Avondale, AZ
09.2020 - 11.2020
Handled 50-75% of clinical instructor caseload of orthopedic conditions including amputations, surgical, and non-surgical hand and wrist conditions in an outpatient setting.
Administered initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition and designed plan of care to achieve established goals under supervision of physical therapist.
Evaluated effects of treatment at various stages and adjusted treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
Worked one-on-one to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability under supervision of physical therapist.
Physical Therapy Technician
Select Physical Therapy
San Francisco, CA
01.2019 - 07.2019
Assisted 4 Physical Therapists and 1 Physical Therapist Assistant to initiate different patient care plans in an outpatient setting for patients with orthopedic diagnoses.
Executed interventions as directed by therapist or assistant and monitored patient's safety and response to exercise intensity to discuss with therapist or assistant.
Issued individualized home exercise programs as directed by therapist and verified comprehension of instructions before discharge.
Assisted with reception duties like scheduling new patients and completing follow up questions from patients via email, phone and in person.
Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Physical Therapy Technician
OPTM Physical Therapy
San Jose, CA
06.2016 - 11.2018
Assisted 8 Physical Therapists and 1 Physical Therapy Assistant to initiate different patient care plans in an outpatient setting for patients with orthopedic and lymphedema conditions.
Executed exercises using therapeutic equipment including pilates reformer and modalities as directed by physical therapist or assistant.
Monitored patient's safety and response to exercise intensity to discuss with therapist or assistant.
Maintained cleanliness of equipment and laundry in the clinic
Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Franklin Pierce University
Goodyear, AZ
08.2019 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA
08.2012 - 05.2016
Certification
AHA Heartsaver First Aid [Exp 5/2023]
Skills
Problem-Solving
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Timeline
Physical Therapy Clinical Student
Bustillo Physical Therapy
11.2021 - 02.2022
Physical Therapy Clinical Student
Sante Of Chandler
08.2021 - 11.2021
Physical Therapy Clinical Student
Biomechanix
06.2021 - 08.2021
AHA Heartsaver First Aid [Exp 5/2023]
05-2021
AHA BLS CPR AED [Exp 5/2023]
05-2021
Impact Academy Cupping Therapy
04-2021
CDSS California Child Abuse Mandated Reporter, CERT-00563210
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