Ashlee Garcia, PTA
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 5 years in an outpatient setting.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
New Mexico Orthopedics
Albuquerque, New Mexico
11.2016 - Current
- Assisted in the development of treatment plans, the documentation of treatment progress, and the modification of specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist.
- Instructed and assisted patients with modalities, rehabilitative activities and exercises in their treatment plan, as prescribed by a Physical Therapist. Provided quality care to all patients as appropriate for patient pathology.
- Utilized a variety of treatments and manual techniques to restore, improve and maintain functioning, alleviate pain or prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
- Assessed patient’s range of motion, vital signs and limb circumference/girth when necessary to determine effects of specific treatments and exercise programs.
- Fit patients for orthopedic braces and assistive devices and instructed them on proper use and care with regards to post-surgical protocol when necessary.
- Communicated with medical practitioners or other appropriate parties to plan, implement, and assess intervention programs as needed.
- Scheduled patient appointments when needed to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Assisted 3-4 Physical Therapists to initiate and administer different patient care plans in a high volume outpatient setting.
- Documented patient care daily including history, treatment, and consultations using provided computer software.
Defined Fitness Member Service Representative
Defined Fitness
Albuquerque, NM
01.2015 - 10.2016
- Learned internal systems and related service role duties to provide skilled team backup in handling customer demands.
- Researched and rapidly resolved client conflicts to maintain guest accounts.
- Maintained updated knowledge of internal processes and industry best practices to optimize service delivery.
- Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
- Maintained clean and orderly areas of the gym by mopping floors, emptying trash cans, re-racking weights and wiping down surfaces
- Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
Educational Assistant Teacher
Cimarron High Schools
Cimarron, New Mexico
08.2014 - 12.2014
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension and personal growth.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Distributed tests, assignments and handouts per teacher specifications.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Monitored students during quizzes and tests as needed
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational
Pima Medical Institute
Albuquerque, NM09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05.2014
Skills
- Planning and providing therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities as needed
- Patient and Therapist communication
- Proficient in Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Organization and Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities for high volume setting
- Patient service and scheduling
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
New Mexico Orthopedics
11.2016 - Current
Defined Fitness Member Service Representative
Defined Fitness
01.2015 - 10.2016
Educational Assistant Teacher
Cimarron High Schools
08.2014 - 12.2014
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational
Pima Medical Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
New Mexico State University
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