Braden Reeves
Gallatin,TN
Summary
Physical therapy assistant with commitment to delivering high-quality patient care in outpatient settings. Extensive hands-on experience in supporting complex patient rehabilitation, focusing on functional strength and mobility directly related to patient goals. Valued for strong team collaboration and adaptability, with focus on effective and efficient therapeutic interventions and positive patient rapport. Possesses ever-evolving knowledge of physical therapy interventions, techniques, and modalities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapy Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
Nashville, TN
02.2022 - Current
- Supports implementation of individualized treatment plans for veterans, ensuring alignment with assessed patient needs.
- Facilitates collaboration with physical therapists and interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring alignment with both long-term and short-term patient goals.
- Coordinates interactions with patients and families to promote active participation in treatment plans and monitor progress towards health goals.
- Facilitates in the performance of, or independently performs, highly specialized and diversified treatment procedures.
- Utilizes full scope of physical therapy modalities including heat, cold, ultrasound biofeedback, and therapeutic massage. Carries out Tier One modalities of clinical yoga classes and advanced manual therapy.
- Assistes patients in fitting and using orthoses, prostheses, and mobility aids as needed. Guides and motivates patients to develop daily living skills and enhance functional abilities.
- Prepares and maintains appropriate equipment and supplies required for these treatments.
- Evaluates patient learning needs and designed tailored education programs involving family and significant others under supervision of physical therapist.
- Completion of National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coaching course.
- Consistently achieving fully successful-outstanding ratings on yearly performance appraisals.
- Exceeds over 2,000 hours of proficient experience within Complementary and Integrative Health specialty with competence of advanced manual therapy skills.
- Completion of 60 contact hours of continuing education coursework over the last five years.
Chiropractic Therapy Assistant
Gallatin Chiropractic Clinic
Gallatin, TN
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Oversaw operations of a high-volume decompression clinic specializing in complex disc injury treatments.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation to ensure compliance with clinic standards.
- Provided support during therapeutic exercises, enhancing patient comfort and engagement.
- Educated patients on rehabilitation exercises, promoting adherence and improving recovery times.
- Administered treatment and modalities to patients undergoing chiropractic care.
Dental Technician
Bluegrass Endodontics
Hendersonville, TN
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing turnaround time for case completions while maintaining quality standards.
- Maintained inventory of materials, optimizing usage to minimize waste and cost-effectiveness in operations.
- Effectively managed time to prioritize and complete multiple cases simultaneously, allowing for consistent workflow and timely delivery of products.
- Participated in team meetings to share knowledge and collaborate on best practices for improved treatment efficiency.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Orthopaedic Institute of Southern Illinois
Herrin, IL
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Assisted physical therapists in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Monitored patient progress and documented changes in response to therapy interventions.
- Expertly managed post-surgical orthopedic rehabilitation programs to enhance patient recovery.
- Oversaw a consistent caseload of 18-22 patients on average, driving high productivity in clinical operations.
- Designed and implemented tailored aquatic therapy programs for patient rehabilitation.
- Provided comprehensive physical therapy to enhance performance and recovery for collegiate athletes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL05-2017
Skills
- Research-Based Functional Fitness Approach
- Successful with Complex Patient Caseload
- Thorough Patient Educator
- Proficient with Manual Therapy
- Optimistic Personality
- Excellent Communicator and Team Player
- Full Understanding of Physical Therapy Treatment Application
- Productive with Projects and Administrative Work in Downtime
Certification
- FMT Blades IASTM
- FMT RockTape
- B Strong Blood Flow Restriction
- Orthopedic Ultrasound Biofeedback
- TRX Suspension Trainer Instructor
- Registered Yoga Teacher - 200 Hour
- National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach
- Chiropractic Therapy Assistant
- CPR/AED/First Aid/BLS Certified
- American Sport Education Program Coaching Principles
Timeline
Physical Therapy Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
02.2022 - Current
Chiropractic Therapy Assistant
Gallatin Chiropractic Clinic
03.2021 - 02.2022
Dental Technician
Bluegrass Endodontics
08.2020 - 03.2021
Physical Therapist Assistant
Orthopaedic Institute of Southern Illinois
10.2017 - 08.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Southern Illinois University