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Billie Riniker

Dubuque

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate professional with experience at Medical Associates as a Physical Therapy Tech. Skilled in appointment scheduling and patient relations, I excell in enhancing patient comfort and safety during treatment. Proven ability to foster trust and collaboration, ensuring optimal health outcomes through effective communication and tailored care plans.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapy Tech

Medical Associates
11.2022 - Current
  • Educated patients on proper exercise techniques and home care routines, promoting long-term health and injury prevention.
  • Built rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication throughout their rehabilitation journey.
  • Prepared patients to meet with physical therapists.
  • Enhanced patient comfort during treatment sessions by providing clear explanations of each procedure and maintaining a supportive environment.
  • Check patients in and out, track and send for insurance authorization as needed
  • Assisted 11 therapists, working primarily with 4 on a daily basis
  • Collaborated with physical therapists to ensure a full schedule
  • Monitored patient's safety and response to exercise intensity to discuss with therapist or assistant.
  • Executed interventions of modalities or exercise as directed by therapist or assistant.
  • Streamlined daily operations through effective scheduling, appointment management, and coordination with other healthcare professionals.

Paraprofessional

Dubuque Community School District
08.2016 - 06.2022
  • Provide 1:1 assistance to children with autism in a Structured Teach classroom, as well as general education classrooms.
  • Taught lessons in reading, spelling, writing, skill building and math
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
  • Oversaw students with autism in Structured Teach classroom and common areas to educate, monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.

At-Home Caregiver

There's No Place Like Home Senior Care
01.2019 - 08.2021
  • Managed medication schedules and administration, ensuring accurate dosages and timely intake for optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced client well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Provided transportation assistance for medical appointments, grocery shopping, and errands to support clients'' autonomy.
  • Conducted ongoing assessments of clients'' needs, adjusting care plans as necessary to maintain a high level of personalized support.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living environment for clients.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills, fostering a positive caregiving atmosphere.
  • Implemented prescribed exercise routines under healthcare professional guidance to improve physical strength and mobility.

Behavior Paraprofessional

Dubuque Community School District
06.2011 - 06.2014
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with educational and behavioral needs.
  • Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
  • Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students best interests.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to special education teachers
  • Strengthened student literacy skills through targeted reading intervention programs tailored to individual needs.
  • Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA

Skills

  • Appointment scheduling
  • Electrotherapy
  • Traction therapy
  • Client relations
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Range of motion
  • Office administration
  • Treatment preparation
  • Supply restocking
  • Body mechanics
  • Balance training
  • Ultrasound therapy
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Insurance tracking and processing
  • Patient reception
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Physical Therapy Tech

Medical Associates
11.2022 - Current

At-Home Caregiver

There's No Place Like Home Senior Care
01.2019 - 08.2021

Paraprofessional

Dubuque Community School District
08.2016 - 06.2022

Behavior Paraprofessional

Dubuque Community School District
06.2011 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

University of Northern Iowa

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