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Christopher Reeves

Waco,TX

Summary

Talented and focused Physical Therapy Assistant professional bringing one year of expertise showing patients how to perform therapeutic exercises and interventions. Background working in clinical settings and home health.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

Select Rehab
Waco, Texas
09.2024 - Current
  • Provided feedback regarding the effectiveness of treatments being used so adjustments could be made accordingly.
  • Actively participated in continuing education courses relevant to physical therapy practice.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and updating medical records.
  • Assisted Physical Therapists in evaluating a patient's range of motion, balance, strength and coordination through various tests and measurements.
  • Provided physical therapy treatments to patients as directed by the Physical Therapist.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses and social workers to coordinate care for each patient.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving injured or ill patients requiring immediate assistance.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress notes and treatment plans.
  • Prepared treatment areas with necessary equipment and supplies prior to patient's arrival.
  • Adhered to infection-control policies and protocols to attain safe and clean working environment.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients with complex conditions.
  • Assisted physical therapists in developing treatment plans for patients with diverse needs.
  • Applied modalities such as electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and hot and cold packs as directed.
  • Observed signs and symptoms to report changes in patient condition.
  • Adhered to safety protocols to prevent patient injuries during therapy sessions.

Phyical Therapist Assistant

Amedisys Home Health
Temple, TX
04.2021 - Current
  • Monitored patients during treatments to ensure proper form and technique while exercising.
  • Encouraged active participation in self-care activities at home between visits which included stretching exercises or light walking routines.
  • Educated patients and family members about proper exercise techniques, safety measures, and injury prevention strategies.
  • Provided feedback regarding the effectiveness of treatments being used so adjustments could be made accordingly.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress including notes from sessions and outcomes achieved during treatment.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients.
  • Instructed patients on how to use assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers.
  • Assisted Physical Therapists in evaluating a patient's range of motion, balance, strength and coordination through various tests and measurements.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving injured or ill patients requiring immediate assistance.

Physical Therapist Assistant

TexMed Home Health
Killeen, TX
10.2020 - 04.2021
  • Administered simple range of motion exercises.
  • Studied treatment plans and adjusted exercises periodically to maximize benefits.
  • Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
  • Contributed to patient care plan development and monitoring in outpatient setting.
  • Instructed patients on proper hygiene, nutrition, exercise, lifestyle changes and ergonomic factors in daily activities.
  • Answered patient questions promptly through email, phone and in person.
  • Checked calendars and scheduled patient appointments to minimize wait times.
  • Called upon physicians to give updates on patient care.
  • Added notes on patients into case histories using EHR system.
  • Traveled to patient homes for therapeutic treatments after surgery.
  • Observed patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on responses and progress, providing results to physical therapists.
  • Assessed patients for available range of motion and current vital signs to optimize treatment plans.
  • Transported patients between examination, treatment and exercise areas following proper safety techniques.
  • Documented patient progress, treatments, and data in charts.
  • Helped patients with removing or applying assistive braces, splints or slings.
  • Collaborated with care team to discuss patient treatment plans and progress.
  • Assisted with treatment administration, therapeutic massages and physical therapy exercises.
  • Maintained therapy spaces and equipment in top condition by cleaning, sanitizing and inspecting for damages.
  • Trained patients in correct use, storage and maintenance of assistive devices.
  • Monitored supply inventory and reported on ordering needs.
  • Experience using PointCare, Fusion, and Epic software.
  • Treated patients between the ages of 31-96 years of age.
  • Experienced with patient population including; Parkinson's Diseases, Diabetes, Multiple Sclerosis, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Total Knee Arthroplasty and revisions, Total Hip Arthroplasty and revisions, Amputees.
  • Provided feedback regarding the effectiveness of treatments being used so adjustments could be made accordingly.

Apple Pro

Best Buy
Waco, Texas
08.2016 - 03.2021
  • Built and maintained relationships with key consumer and trade media.
  • Strategized and implemented public relations and promotional programs to strengthen brand and support business goals.
  • Oversaw strategic event planning, executive presentation materials and visual presentations.
  • Managed crisis communications and emergency response strategies and implementation.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with media organizations to support PR objectives.
  • Directed internal communications efforts and fostered development of proactive and comprehensive communications programs between leadership team and employees.
  • Researched and reacted expeditiously to internal and external communications needs.
  • Planned, managed and prepared public relations department budget.
  • Analyzed media commentary to check for consistent and appropriate use of company name and brand.
  • Collaborated with graphic design and marketing teams devise effective branding strategies.
  • Devised creative strategies for improving customer awareness of company and offerings.
  • Drafted communications for routine releases and emergency response.
  • Enhanced exposure opportunities and controlled large, strategic messaging programs.

Store Trainer

Brookshire Grocery
Robinson, TX
06.2013 - 12.2015
  • Trained employees on store security, monetary procedures and customer service expectations.
  • Sourced, qualified and conducted screening interviews with job candidates.
  • Conducted interviews to ensure solid cultural alignment between client and candidate.
  • Prepared employees for assignments by establishing and conducting orientation and training programs.
  • Proactively identified and solved complex recruitment problems impacting employer short- and long-term success.
  • Provided insight regarding job duties to optimize productivity.
  • Provided recruiting activity reports to management utilizing industry-specific software and guidelines.
  • Supported human resources, controlling resume flow within applicant tracking system.
  • Implemented employee engagement and development activities, presentations and training to maximize productivity and unite workforce.
  • Liaised between employees and senior leadership to address inquiries, complete contract processing and foster problem resolution.
  • Managed full-cycle recruiting processes for managerial and executive-level vacancies.
  • Evaluated staff performance at multiple facilities and made recommendations for training improvement.
  • Developed process improvements and streamlined procedures to effectively resolve employee discrepancies.
  • Optimized recruitment efficiency and retained top talent by implementing new recruiting program.
  • Supported executive decision-making by reporting on metrics and recommending actionable improvements.
  • Optimized processes by training employees to apply industry best practices and observe protocols.
  • Cultivated lasting partnerships with local hiring agencies, resulting in increased productivity.
  • Managed recurring HR processes.
  • Strengthened traceability by developing organization systems for records, reports and agendas.
  • Oversaw staff and client training objectives to install knowledge of federal, state and local regulations and requirements.
  • Boosted employee morale by establishing fair job descriptions, grades, salaries and benefit programs in accordance with market standards.

Teacher

Kids And Company Childcare
Waco, TX
08.2012 - 05.2013
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Helped students build learning and study skills to achieve educational goals.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Monitored student progress using exams and assignments to check for thorough understanding.
  • Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.
  • Combined discipline plan with effective measures and lesson plans to increase concentration, participation and progress student accountability.
  • Developed interesting course plans with multimedia learning tools to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
  • Taught students to exercise problem solving methodology and techniques during tests.
  • Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
  • Established course websites to make updated handouts and other resources available to students.
  • Worked one-on-one with at-risk students on core subjects.
  • Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
  • Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
  • Instructed students individually and in groups, utilizing various teaching methods.
  • Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Supervised students in classrooms when teachers were out for the day due to illness or vacation.
  • Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.

Education

Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

McLennan Community College
Waco
08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Education

Baylor University
Waco, TX
12.2013

Skills

  • Body mechanics
  • Therapeutic equipment
  • HIPAA requirements
  • Conditioning
  • Progress reports
  • Confidential information
  • Self-care instructions
  • Heavy caseloads
  • Patient evaluations
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Leadership
  • Computer skills
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Work ethic
  • Organizational skills
  • Troubleshooting
  • People skills
  • Communication
  • Analytical
  • Product development
  • Google Docs
  • Hospital experience

Certification

  • CPR certified
  • Rocktape certified
  • Apple certified

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

Select Rehab
09.2024 - Current

Phyical Therapist Assistant

Amedisys Home Health
04.2021 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

TexMed Home Health
10.2020 - 04.2021

Apple Pro

Best Buy
08.2016 - 03.2021

Store Trainer

Brookshire Grocery
06.2013 - 12.2015

Teacher

Kids And Company Childcare
08.2012 - 05.2013

Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

McLennan Community College

Bachelor of Science - Education

Baylor University

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