Christy Adkins
Kingwood,Texas
Summary
Dedicated professional eager to return to the physical therapy world as a technician after time taken to raise family. Solid background in providing therapeutic treatment techniques and patient care. Proven ability to contribute to patient recovery plans and enhance treatment outcomes. Focused on teamwork and adaptable to changing clinical needs. Known for excellent patient interaction and technical skills in therapy with a passion for helping others and connecting on a personal level.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay-at-home Parent
Self
09.2014 - Current
- Managed and coordinated all household operations and schedules, appointments, and extracurricular activities for a family of five.
- Successfully managed and supported 3 children’s academic progress by maintaining structured study schedules, monitoring assignments, and fostering a positive learning environment at home.
- Active elementary school volunteer and PTA member
- Developed strong organizational, time management, and conflict resolution skills
- Learned to wear many hats, all at once, all tailored to each child and their individual personalities and needs.
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Take Care Health Systems (since Rebranded as Premise Health (at Bush International Airport)
09.2011 - 08.2014
- Managed a caseload of worker’s compensation patients employed by United Airlines under the supervision of the lead Physical Therapist
- Collaborated with the team of doctors and nurse practitioners on patient’s return to work status
- Performed manual therapy and modalities as needed and instructed and guided patients in their rehabilitation exercises with an emphasis on body mechanics specific to their role at the airport
- Completed chart audits, supply orders, appointment setting, and maintaining cleanliness of facility as needed
- Maintained proper documentation of patients’ charting and progress reports
Physical Therapy Tech
Texas Sports Medicine Center
08.2008 - 07.2009
- Assisted patients with appropriate modalities and therapeutic exercise as indicated by flow sheets and charts prepared by Physical Therapists
- Assisted aquatic therapy patients in the facility’s pool
- Maintained cleanliness of exercise equipment and whirlpools
- Ordered necessary equipment for the facility
- Scheduled patients’ appointments
- Trained new employees on procedures and processes
Physical Therapy Tech
Pinnacle Therapy at The Hallmark Retirement Home
08.2007 - 08.2008
- Prepared and implemented individual general exercise regimens for the geriatric population
- Conducted group water aerobics class three days a week for residents of the facility
- Assisted Physical Therapist/Owner with necessary office duties, answering phones, scheduling patients and other various administrative tasks
- Maintained cleanliness of the gym and upkeep of equipment and materials
Education
A.A.S. - Physical Therapist Assistant
Lonestar College Montgomery
Conroe, TX05.2011
B.S. - Kinesiology, Minor of Psychology
Gordon College
Wenham, Massachusetts05.2006
Skills
- Rehabilitation techniques
- HIPAA requirements
- Therapeutic exercises
- Professional ethics
- Body mechanics
- CPR/AED
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Dependable and responsible
Timeline
Stay-at-home Parent
Self
09.2014 - Current
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Take Care Health Systems (since Rebranded as Premise Health (at Bush International Airport)
09.2011 - 08.2014
Physical Therapy Tech
Texas Sports Medicine Center
08.2008 - 07.2009
Physical Therapy Tech
Pinnacle Therapy at The Hallmark Retirement Home
08.2007 - 08.2008
B.S. - Kinesiology, Minor of Psychology
Gordon College
A.A.S. - Physical Therapist Assistant
Lonestar College Montgomery