Ashley Carter
Memphis ,TN
Summary
Compassionate and dependable healthcare professional with hands-on clinical experience in patient care, mobility assistance, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in safe patient handling, communication, and ensuring patient comfort during movement and care activities. Seeking a position to support patients while delivering excellent service and maintaining safety standards.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapy Assistant Student Intern
Bartlett NeuroRehab Physical Therapy
Bartlett
03.2024 - Current
- Provided patient care to adult and geriatric individuals with neurological pathologies such as SCI,Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, CVA, gait and balance disorders, and TBI
- Assisted adult patients with orthopedic pathologies such as shoulder, knee, and foot injuries, neck pain, and back pain utilizing modalities, therapeutic exercise, and patient education
- Administered physical agents to help improve mobility and relieve pain and disability caused by disease or injury as directed by the physical therapist
- Constructed home exercise programs for patients
Instructed, motivated, and assisted patients with exercises and functional activities - Observed patient recovery progress and modified treatment to address identified concerns.
Terminal Clinical Education I
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
Germantown
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Assist in patient treatment through prescribed exercise regimens and strength training programs.
- Document patient progress and make observations on range of mobility.
- Communicate with physicians, nurses, related therapy providers, and case manager to provide total patient care.
Pharmacy Technician
Express Scripts
Memphis, TN
2013 - 2016
- Processed prescription orders accurately and efficiently within pharmacy management system
- Assisted pharmacists in patient consultations, enhancing customer service and medication understanding
- Maintained inventory levels by tracking stock and placing orders as needed
- Educated patients on medication usage and potential side effects, improving adherence
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Cumulative GPA: 3.808-2024
Skills
- Safe patient transport & transfer techniques (bed, wheelchair, stretcher)
- Patient safety & infection control practices
- Strong verbal communication & customer service
- Patient comfort, positioning, and assistance
- Team collaboration with nurses, therapists, and staff
- Time management & task organization
- Ability to respond effectively in urgent situations
- Equipment handling, cleaning, and maintenance
- Understanding HIPAA & patient confidentiality
Continuing Education Courses
- PT Management of the Bariatric Patient
- SIG Meeting: Initiating Occupational and Physical Therapy in Hospital After Birth: Access, Remimbusment, and Outcome: A Guided Journal Club Discussion
Volunteer Experience
- Alzheimer's Walk, Set Up Volunteer and Runner, October 2023, 2024, 2025
- Ms Walk, Set up Volunteer and Runner, April 2024 and 2025
Timeline
Physical Therapy Assistant Student Intern
Bartlett NeuroRehab Physical Therapy
03.2024 - Current
Terminal Clinical Education I
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023
Pharmacy Technician
Express Scripts
2013 - 2016
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Southwest Tennessee Community College