Amy Routon
Spokane,WA
Summary
Results-driven Physical Therapist Assistant with strong communication and teamwork skills. Known for implementing sport-specific training programs to aid athletes in recovery and return to play. Eager to leverage expertise in orthopedic rehabilitation to support coaching staff and student athletes while training to run at their highest potential.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Free Motion Physical Therapy
Spokane, WA
02.2020 - Current
- Assist in developing personalized rehabilitation programs for diverse patient needs.
- Implement therapeutic exercises to improve patients' strength and mobility.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborate with physical therapists to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
- Educate patients and families on exercise techniques and home care strategies.
- Assist athletes in their return to sport activities through sport-specific training programs targeting agility, endurance, power, speed development.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Spokane Sports And Physical Therapy
Spokane, WA
04.2006 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Led training sessions for new staff on clinic protocols and best practices.
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
- Assisted athletes in their return to sport activities through sport-specific training programs targeting agility, endurance, power, speed development.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Whatcom Community College
Bellingham, WA12-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA06-2003
Skills
- Treatment planning assistance
- Functional mobility training
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Strength training
- Sports injury management
- Communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Free Motion Physical Therapy
02.2020 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Spokane Sports And Physical Therapy
04.2006 - 01.2020
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Whatcom Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Central Washington University