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Angela Klepper

Inman,SC

Summary

Accomplished Physical Therapist Assistant with a proven track record at Reliant Rehabilitation, enhancing patient mobility and implementing effective treatment plans. Skilled in Microsoft, Excel, and Nethealth software, with a strong focus on patient education and team leadership. Demonstrates exceptional documentation and reporting abilities, ensuring high-quality care and operational efficiency. Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 20 years.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant /Director of Rehab

Reliant Rehabilitation
04.2012 - Current
  • Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
  • Educated families and caregivers on treatment programs for improved at-home support.
  • Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
  • Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
  • Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
  • Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
  • Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
  • Maintained appropriate and adequate staffing and scheduling of residents on caseloads.
  • Supervised, oriented, trained and counseled department employees to improve job performance and maintain high standards of patient care.
  • Promoted and followed facility infection control policies, procedures and OBRA guidelines to improve quality of care for health and safety of residents.
  • trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
  • Conducted audits of existing data entry processes.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Rehab Care
02.2010 - 01.2012
  • Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Educated families and caregivers on treatment programmes for improved at-home support.
  • Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
  • Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
  • Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
  • Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
  • Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
  • Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
  • Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Genisis Health Care
01.2004 - 02.2010
  • Educated families and caregivers on treatment programmes for improved at-home support.
  • Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
  • Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
  • Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
  • Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
  • Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
  • Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.

Education

Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistance

Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC
12.2004

Skills

  • Patient Education
  • Proficient in microsoft, Excell, Nethealth, Matrix software
  • Progress reports
  • Medical Terminology
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Nurse Education and Training
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Team Supervision
  • Long-Term Care
  • Operational Records Maintenance
  • Schedule Preparation

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant /Director of Rehab

Reliant Rehabilitation
04.2012 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Rehab Care
02.2010 - 01.2012

Physical Therapist Assistant

Genisis Health Care
01.2004 - 02.2010

Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistance

Greenville Technical College
Angela Klepper