Carrie Collins
Croswell,MI
Summary
Skilled Physical Therapist Assistant with over 18 years of experience in rehabilitation techniques, patient coordination and management. Known for maintaining accurate documentation and fostering patient engagement to support optimal recovery outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Ventura MedStaff
Omaha, Nebraska
03.2026 - Current
- Assisted physical therapists in developing patient treatment plans and rehabilitation goals.
- Monitored patient progress during therapy sessions and adjusted techniques.
- Educated patients on exercises, stretches, and safety protocols for at-home care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient treatments and therapy outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with patients to build rapport and encourage participation.
Physical Therapist Assistant, Clinic Manager
Munger Physical Therapy
Fort Gratiot, MI
09.2008 - 02.2026
- Treated patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance.
- Assisted Physical Therapists in evaluating a patient's range of motion, balance, strength and coordination through various tests and measurements.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Supported team members by sharing knowledge of best practices in therapy techniques.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and updating medical records.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Select Rehabilitation/Medilodge
Fort Gratiot, MI
04.2025 - 09.2025
- 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.
- Supported patients during therapy sessions with mobility and safety assistance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses and social workers to coordinate care for each patient.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Baker Colleg
Flint, MI06-2008
Skills
- Developing treatment plans
- Patient education
- Documentation maintenance
- Progress monitoring
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Patient coordination
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Balance assessment
- Joint mobilization
- Therapeutic exercise
Certification
- Trained in McKenzie Method, Myofascial Release, Mulligan, Gary Gray, TMR, IASTM, kinesiotape
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Ventura MedStaff
03.2026 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Select Rehabilitation/Medilodge
04.2025 - 09.2025
Physical Therapist Assistant, Clinic Manager
Munger Physical Therapy
09.2008 - 02.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Baker Colleg