Recent graduate who is patient-focused and trained in different condition requirements and treatment modalities. Eager to change lives and gain experience. Hardworking, reliable and ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant - Student
Windham House -TMC
Hattiesburg, MS
03.2024 - 04.2024
Maintained positive interaction with facilities and clients, enhancing client relations.
Provided physical therapy treatments to patients as directed by the Physical Therapist.
Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for each patient based on their needs.
Educated patients and family members about proper exercise techniques, safety measures, and injury prevention strategies.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress including notes from sessions and outcomes achieved during treatment.
Monitored patients during treatments to ensure proper form and technique while exercising.
Physical Therapist Assistant - Student
Collins State Veteran's Home - MidSouth Rehab
Hattiesburg, MS
01.2024 - 03.2024
Provided physical therapy treatments to patients as directed by the Physical Therapist.
Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for each patient based on their needs.
Monitored patients during treatments to ensure proper form and technique while exercising.
Instructed patients on how to use assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress including notes from sessions and outcomes achieved during treatment.
Observed patients closely for any changes in symptoms or behavior that may require further evaluation or intervention by the Physical Therapist.
Physical Therapist Assistant - Student
Bellevue Family Medicine - Hattiesburg Clinic
Hattiesburg, MS
07.2023 - 07.2023
Assisted Physical Therapists in evaluating a patient's range of motion, balance, strength and coordination through various tests and measurements.
Treated patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance.
Contributed to patient care plan development and monitoring in outpatient setting.
Maintained positive interaction with facilities and clients, enhancing client relations.
Assisted with therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation when appropriate for the patient's condition.
Provide wound care to patients with lymphedema including debridement and compression dressing of lower and upper extremities.
Physical Therapist Technician
Care Physical Therapy
Hattiesburg, MS
07.2022 - 07.2022
Assisted physical therapists with treatments by preparing equipment and helping patients move to different positions during exercises.
Cleaned medical equipment after each use following established procedures for sterilization or disinfection.
Set up equipment and gear for physical therapy appointments according to treatment plans.
Helped with basic clinical needs and responded to patient requests.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Pearl River Community College
Hattiesburg, MS
05-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science
Jones College
Ellisville
05-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Health Related Professions/Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS
Skills
Therapeutic equipment
Patient Education
Treatment implementation
Pain Management Techniques
Range of motion exercises
Safety Management
Gait Training
Body Mechanics
Innovative Treatment Planning
First Aid/CPR
Creative Thinking
Teamwork
Functional Activities
Documentation
Accomplishments
PRCC PTA Life Long Learner Award
PRCC PTA of the Year 2024
APTA Phi Tau Alpha Honor Society
Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Kappa Phi
Dean's list (3 years)
President's list (1 year)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant - Student
Windham House -TMC
03.2024 - 04.2024
Physical Therapist Assistant - Student
Collins State Veteran's Home - MidSouth Rehab
01.2024 - 03.2024
Physical Therapist Assistant - Student
Bellevue Family Medicine - Hattiesburg Clinic
07.2023 - 07.2023
Physical Therapist Technician
Care Physical Therapy
07.2022 - 07.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Pearl River Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science
Jones College
Some College (No Degree) - Health Related Professions/Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
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