Brooke Schumacher
Columbiana,OH
Summary
Physical Therapist Assistant with extensive experience at Patriot Home Healthcare, specializing in post-surgical rehabilitation and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient mobility through tailored therapeutic exercises and effective communication. Committed to teamwork and collaboration, ensuring optimal recovery outcomes for diverse patient populations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Patriot Home Healthcare
Girard, OH
03.2022 - Current
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
- Collaborated effectively with Physical Therapists to develop evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each patient''s unique requirements.
- Educated patients and families on home exercise programs, fostering self-sufficiency in managing their conditions.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Absolute Rehabilitation
Poland, Ohio
12.2009 - Current
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Center for Physical Health
Canfield, OH
01.2014 - 11.2016
- Demonstrated proficiency in various therapeutic modalities, including manual therapy techniques, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and heat/cold therapy application.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies and proper body mechanics to facilitate long-term recovery success.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop individualized treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
Education
Physical Therapy Assisting
Kent State University
East Liverpool, OH05-2008
Skills
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Functional mobility training
- Gait training
- Therapeutic exercises
- Patient education
- Joint mobilization
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Body mechanics
- Patient service
- Wheelchair mobility training
- Prosthetic training
- Caregiver training
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient-focused therapy
- Multitasking
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Patriot Home Healthcare
03.2022 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Center for Physical Health
01.2014 - 11.2016
Physical Therapist Assistant
Absolute Rehabilitation
12.2009 - Current
Physical Therapy Assisting
Kent State University