Charlotte Lackey
Springfield,MO
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant and Director of Rehab focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising of 24 years. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities and a therapy team. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant/ Director of Rehab
Choice Rehab
Ozark, MO
11.2023 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of physical therapy assistance.
- Educated patients, nursing staff and families on exercises and proper transfer techniques.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration as the director of rehab.
Physical Therapist Assistant/ Director of Rehab
Select Rehabilitation
Ozark, MO
04.2010 - 11.2023
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for positive impact.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information through direct auditing.
- Contributed to overall Clinic efficiency with planning and scheduling all therapists and patients.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Incite Rehab
Springfield, MO
04.2006 - 02.2010
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of physical therapy assistance.
- Provided support for patients during therapeutic activities, fostering a positive and collaborative environment conducive
- Assisted physical therapists with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
Education
Associate Degree In Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Ozark Technical Community College
Springfield, MO05.2000
Bachelors In Business Administration - Business And Marketing
Central Missouri State University
Warrensburg, MO07.1993
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Medical Records Documentation
- Patient Advocacy
- Team Leadership
- Patient Education
- Total Rehabilitation
- Patient-Focused Therapy
- Patient Follow Up
- Strengthening
- Physical Assessment
- Rehabilitation Services
- Body Mechanics Instruction
- Personnel Training
- Balance Assessment
- Pain Management Techniques
- Treatment implementation
- Care Plan Completion
- Time Management
- Problem Resolution
- Excellent Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Team scheduling
- Documentation auditing
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant/ Director of Rehab
Choice Rehab
11.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant/ Director of Rehab
Select Rehabilitation
04.2010 - 11.2023
Physical Therapist Assistant
Incite Rehab
04.2006 - 02.2010
Associate Degree In Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Ozark Technical Community College
Bachelors In Business Administration - Business And Marketing
Central Missouri State University