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Amy Heinzer

DANVILLE,CA

Summary

Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant Professional with more than 15 years of experience working in patient-centered environments. Expert in orthopedic care with considerable training in manual therapy and musculoskeletal conditions. Personable and friendly individual known for great work ethic and attention to detail.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

San Ramon Valley Physical Therapy
01.2013 - Current
  • Caseload of 13 patients per day
  • 10 Years experience in a outpatient setting focusing on post operative and orthopedic diagnoses
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability
  • Educated families and caregivers on treatment programs for improved at-home support
  • Established quality care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration
  • Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care
  • Continuing education in manual therapy focusing on lumbar, knee, shoulder, and cervical spine, functional strength, pilates, kinesiology taping, and Post-Partum care

Physical Therapist Assistant

Tri-Valley Orthopedic Specialists, Inc
04.2010 - 12.2012
  • Caseload of 10-12 patients
  • Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability
  • Continuing education course in manual techniques for back education training, lumbar instability, and stiff shoulder

Physical Therapist Assistant

Seton Physical Rehabilitation Center
08.2006 - 03.2010
  • Caseload of 14-16 patients per day
  • Primary focus on post operative orthopedic diagnoses and body mechanics training
  • Continuing education courses in manual techniques for UE/LE, foot and ankle, overuse tendinopathy, Sacroiliac joint dysfunction, shoulder instability, and cervical/thoracic spine
  • Established quality care through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration
  • Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
  • Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics

Physical Therapist Assistant

New Haven Home Health and Hospice, Inc
12.2009 - 01.2010
  • Caseload 2-3 per week
  • On a per-diem basis, providing skilled services to clients needing home physical rehabilitation.
  • Educated families and caregivers on treatment programs for improved at-home support.
  • Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
  • Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
  • Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.

Education

Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Sonoma College
Petaluma, CA
2006

Bachelor of Science - inesiology

Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA
2002

Skills

  • Pain Management Techniques
  • Sports Injuries
  • Functional Improvements
  • Outpatient Therapy
  • Body Mechanics
  • Joint Mobilization
  • Orthopedic Rehabilitation
  • Pilates
  • Post partum rehabilitation
  • Therapeutic Exercise

Certification

  • Certified Pregnancy and Post partum Corrective Exercise Specialist, 2/2023
  • Reformer 1 7/2020

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

San Ramon Valley Physical Therapy
01.2013 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Tri-Valley Orthopedic Specialists, Inc
04.2010 - 12.2012

Physical Therapist Assistant

New Haven Home Health and Hospice, Inc
12.2009 - 01.2010

Physical Therapist Assistant

Seton Physical Rehabilitation Center
08.2006 - 03.2010

Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Sonoma College

Bachelor of Science - inesiology

Sonoma State University

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