Barbara Shirley
Clinton,IA
Summary
Dedicated licensed physical therapist assistant with 7 years experience in treating patients age 6 months to 93 years old, under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Experience with treatments involving generalized weakness,
decreased balance, joint replacement, decreased coordination, chronic spinal pain and sports injury. Through my experience I have obtained knowledge toward pain management, functional conditioning and functional activity tolerance allowing me
to help improve each patient’s quality of life and independence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Comprehensive Rehab
03.2023 - Current
* Delivered professional and knowledgeable patient care.
* Provided a strong work ethic with powerful will to thrive in patient care.
* Interacted in a professional manner with all clinical staff, patients and patient family.
* Provided education in areas of interest to help benefit the
the patient and to expand treatment options with new and upcoming therapy interventions.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Select Rehabilitation
09.2021 - 03.2023
* Assisted and treated patients in a Skilled Care Facility.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Comprehensive Rehab
09.2018 - 06.2021
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Illinois Central College
Peoria, IL05-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise Science
Loras College
Dubuque, IA05-2010
Skills
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Patient Care
- Manual Therapy
- Documentation
- Rehabilitation
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Physical Therapy Modalities
Certification
- Certified Physical Therapist Assistant - American Physical Therapy Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association
- Total Joint Replacement (Certificate) - MedBridge
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Comprehensive Rehab
03.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Select Rehabilitation
09.2021 - 03.2023
Physical Therapist Assistant
Comprehensive Rehab
09.2018 - 06.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Illinois Central College
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise Science
Loras College