Assisted therapists with exercise setup and patient flow.
Guided patients through rehab exercises with supervision.
Cleaned and prepped equipment and treatment areas.
Built rapport to support patient motivation and comfort.
Supported front desk tasks like scheduling and calls.
Nurse Aide
Wonder Kids Medical Daycare
Lancaster, PA
09.2022 - Current
Supported children with medical complexities and developmental delays in daily activities, promoting functional independence and engagement in age-appropriate play.
Maintained a safe and stimulating environment for children with trachs, feeding tubes, seizure disorders, and other complex needs, prioritizing compassionate care.
Collaborated closely with Pts, OTs, nurses, and SLPs to reinforce therapeutic strategies throughout the day.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Central Penn College
Summerdale, PA
High School Diploma -
Manheim Township High School
Lancaster, PA
06-2020
Skills
Therapeutic exercise setup and progression
Patient Engagement & Motivation
Family and Caregiver Communication
Pediatric patient handling and behavioral support
Gait training and Assistive Devices
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Equipment Sanitation & Clinic Prep
Clinical Experience
NovaCare Rehabilitation, Granite Run- Lancaster, PA
July 2024- July 2024
Treated orthopedic populations in an outpatient clinic.
Gained experience in manual skills, patient education, and documentation management.
Utilized Alter-G treadmill, manual and mechanical traction, and Therap-E-Bridge EMR system.
NovaCare Rehabilitation, Brownstown- Ephrata, PA
September 2024- November 2024
Treated pediatric populations in an interdisciplinary care outpatient center.
Collaborated closely with PTs, OTs, and SLPs.
Gained experience with caregiver education.
Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate therapeutic exercises that engaged the patient.
Gained hands-on experience with gross and fine motor interventions.
Helped modify activities to meet individualized goals and attention spans.
Supported patients with neurological, genetic, and developmental conditions.
Utilized Therap-E-Bridge EMR system.
Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster- Lancaster, PA
November 2024 - January 2025
Treated orthopedic and sports populations in a high-volume outpatient clinic.
Gained experience in clinical time management and manual therapy skills.
Utilized modalities such as Iontophoresis, ESTIM, Ultrasound, and IASTM.