Dedicated Physical Therapist Aide focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapy Aide
Kindred Health Care
04.2002 - 02.2024
Enhanced patient comfort and safety by setting up equipment, preparing treatment areas, and positioning patients as needed.
Contributed to positive patient outcomes by closely monitoring progress and providing timely updates to supervising therapists,
Applied range of motions exercises,gait training getting patients in and out of bed to wheelchair for exercise.
Performed bedside whirlpool to patients extremities as per M.D.s orders
Housekeeper
Kern Medical Center
01.2019 - 12.2021
Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
Private Home Care Provider
Geraldine Leone
05.1994 - 11.2013
Provided home health care for elderly family member assisted with daily meals, medications, creating a safe environment for home, assisted grocery shopping , trips to doctors.
Increased client comfort by assisting with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Demonstrated flexibility in adapting schedules according to client needs while maintaining punctuality in all scheduled visits.
Patient Care Technician
Downey Regional Medical Center
04.2007 - 03.2010
Assisted in training new Patient Care TechnProvided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to safer hospital environment.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate bedside care and support.
Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, offering comfort and dignity to patients in their final stages.
Fostered clean and hygienic environment, reducing risk of infections.
Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Physical Therapy Aide
Downey Regional Medical Center
02.1987 - 05.1995
Enhanced patient comfort and safety by setting up equipment, preparing treatment areas, and positioning patients as needed.
Contributed to positive patient outcomes by closely monitoring progress and providing timely updates to supervising therapists.
Increased patient engagement with therapeutic exercises through clear instruction, demonstration, and consistent encouragement.
Improved patient recovery by assisting in implementing individualized physical therapy treatment plans.
Provided empathetic support to patients experiencing difficult emotions related to their injury or illness while under supervision from a licensed therapist.
Recorded patient status in progress notes.
Ensured proper equipment functionality through regular inspection and maintenance, minimizing downtime due to malfunctions.
Maintained accurate patient records for both billing purposes and ongoing evaluation of therapeutic interventions.
Ensured continuity of care by effectively transitioning patients between different phases of their rehabilitation journey.
Performed electrical stimulation, ultrasounds, matrix, myofascial release and spot massages to improve patient movement and functions.
Collaborated with other aides and therapists to develop innovative approaches to common therapy challenges, enhancing overall effectiveness.
Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by seamlessly transitioning between various assignments to accommodate fluctuating patient caseloads
Offered expert mobility assistance with physical support, wheelchairs, and other strategies.
Assisted patients with employing assistive devices such as splints and braces to support treatment goals.