Aubree Shrawder
Wellsboro,Pa
Summary
Accomplished and energetic Physical Therapist Assistant with a solid history of achievement in motivating, educating and exercising a person in need to return to their prior Level of Function. Motivated leader and skilled team player with ability to adapt to change and assist other teammates where needed. Areas of expertise include Geriatrics, Neuro Re Education, TBI and lymphedema.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Per Diem PTA
UPMC
08.2021 - Current
- Improved patient mobility by implementing individualized therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Encouraged optimal function in geriatric patients through targeted balance training, strength development exercises, and gait retraining strategies.
- Facilitated faster recovery times for post-surgical patients by initiating early mobilization techniques and progressive exercise programs.
- Implemented kinesiology taping to improve joint range of motion and reduce inflammation.
Employment Gap
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Employment Gap secondary to surgery
- Surgery was completed and I was cleared to find employment at will
PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
AdvantageCare Rehab
05.2018 - 04.2020
- Provide physical therapy services under the direction of a registered Physical Therapist
- Facilitate fall recovery strategies
- Communicate with or instruct caregivers or family members on patient therapeutic activities or treatment plans
- Work in an interdisciplinary team to provide patient centered care and focus to return to prior level
- Transport patients to and from treatment areas, lifting and transferring them according to positioning requirements
- Train patients in the use of orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices
PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
Premier Therapy
01.2015 - 05.2018
- Provide physical therapy services under the direction of a registered Physical Therapist
- Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on their responses and progress and provide results to physical therapist in person or through progress notes
- Assist PT with lymphedema patient's by bandaging and massaging for reduction of edema
- Facilitate care for Neuro reeducation of stroke, TBI, Parkinson's and dementia for greater functional mobility
- Assist with onboarding of new PTAs to help acclimate to computer system and completion of daily tasks
PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
Prostep Rehab
05.2012 - 01.2015
- Provide physical therapy services under the direction of a registered Physical Therapist
- Collaboration with occupational and speech therapy teams for treatment of patient to maximize their rehabilitation process
- Transport patients to and from treatment areas, lifting and transferring them according to positioning requirements
- Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices, such as crutches
- Train patients in the use of orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices
- Education and instruct caregivers for carryover of function and decreased risk of injury
PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
PPR Travel Healthcare
09.2007 - 05.2012
- Provide physical therapy services under the direction of a registered Physical Therapist
- Adapt quickly to new environments every 13 weeks and abide by high productivity standards
- Complete varying treatments with modalities, neuro reeducation, therapeutic exercise and gait function with use of interdisciplinary approach in order to maximize patient recovery
- Complete necessary measurements and testing to ensure increased function and response to therapy interventions
PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
Joyner Sportsmedicine
06.2003 - 09.2007
- Provide physical therapy services under the direction of a registered Physical Therapist
- Complete sport specific rehabilitation to athletes
- Post joint replacement recovery to optimize ROM and strength of affected limb
- Facilitate lymphedema bandaging and massage in order to restore safe function and mobility of lymph system in affected limb
- Assist patients in recovery of loss of function, reduction in pain, improved strength and mobility as well as recovery from balance disorders
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HEALTH SCIENCE
Nova Southeastern University
Ft. Lauderdale, FL12.2012
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
Central Pennsylvania College
Summerdale, Pa05.2003
Skills
- Motivate patients
- Lymphedema massage and bandaging
- Neuro-re ed for Parkinson's population
- Educate family members
- Compassionate
- Manage therapy programs
- Manual therapy
Timeline
Per Diem PTA
UPMC
08.2021 - Current
Employment Gap
04.2020 - 01.2021
PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
AdvantageCare Rehab
05.2018 - 04.2020
PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
Premier Therapy
01.2015 - 05.2018
PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
Prostep Rehab
05.2012 - 01.2015
PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
PPR Travel Healthcare
09.2007 - 05.2012
PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
Joyner Sportsmedicine
06.2003 - 09.2007
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
Central Pennsylvania College
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HEALTH SCIENCE
Nova Southeastern University