ALISON SFERRA VOURNOUS LPTA
Warren,OH
Summary
Certificate of Completion UH Aspiring Leadership Program: Completed University Hospitals Aspiring Leadership Program for future leaders in healthcare May 2021 Current Senior Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health on staff for team of therapists taking on leadership roles and participating in shared governance meetings to improve health care practices for our staff to provide optimum patient care and satisfaction. Strong Communicator, Dedicated, Caring, Personable, Hard Worker, Born Leader Able to work on own with diligence, autonomy and independence. Influenced policy change for patients with head injuries from falls that is followed by all clinicians in UH Health System today. More than fifteen years of dedication and experience providing excellent customer service with management commendations for employee of the month and patient satisfaction awards. Experienced working with diversified populations and providing steady, focused, and productive results meeting individual needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Senior Staff Physical Therapist Assistant
University Hospitals
11.2016 - Current
- Covering Portage, Summit and Cuyahoga Counties
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programs for improved at-home support.
- Responsible for providing care in the home setting for up to 35 visits per week improving patients transition in the home per doctor referral, post hospital/rehab or post-surgical stay
- Focus is upon strength, balance and functional mobility to improve quality of life and safety in the home per Physical Therapists goals in plan of care
- Senior Staff responsible for communication to staff members about improvement in practices within the healthcare system for optimum patient care and satisfaction
- Communication to new hires about policy and procedure as well as assisting the conduction of audits and training and teaching to new staff
Sales Consultant, Travel Agent Inteletravel
Inteletravel
04.2022 - Current
- Over 100k in sales Annually as solo travel agent for travel serving customers all over the United States
- Responsible for own marketing and promoting sales for over 75 vendors
Independent Sales consultant
Thirty-One Gifts
12.2019 - Current
- 30K Plus in sales annually
- Responsible for own marketing promoting company sales and having own giveaways to boost sales
- Hosts 4 or more virtual shopping parties a month to customers showcasing merchandise from Thirty-One
- Conveyed love of products sold and devotion to company, customers and brand in sales presentations to establish credibility and make personal connections with clients.
Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant
All Star Therapy
04.2015 - 10.2016
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Skilled Nursing, Autumn Hills Vista Care Center
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Provide comprehensive care in nursing home settings to promote rehabilitation of residents and improve overall quality of life
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programmes for improved at-home support.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Follow resident’s plan of care under a supervising physical therapist
- Provide care to patients with orthopedic procedures, CHF, Parkinson’s, MS, and other neurological dysfunctions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice Studies
Kent State University
Kent, OH12.2007
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant -
The Pennsylvania State University
Sharon, Pennsylvania, PA05.2014
Certified Grant Writer -
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KansasSkills
- Home Health Care
- Patient Follow-Up
- HIPAA Requirements
- Gait Training
- Treatments and Therapies
- Customer Referrals
- Retail Sales
- Client Networking
- Sales Quota Achievement
- Account Management
- Efficient Service
- Sales Meetings
Timeline
Sales Consultant, Travel Agent Inteletravel
Inteletravel
04.2022 - Current
Independent Sales consultant
Thirty-One Gifts
12.2019 - Current
Home Health Senior Staff Physical Therapist Assistant
University Hospitals
11.2016 - Current
Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant
All Star Therapy
04.2015 - 10.2016
Physical Therapist Assistant
Skilled Nursing, Autumn Hills Vista Care Center
09.2014 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice Studies
Kent State University
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant -
The Pennsylvania State University
Certified Grant Writer -
Fort Hays State University
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