Christy Bryson PTA
Lufkin,TX
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapy Professional with more than 25 years of experience working in acute, long-term care, home health and outpatient settings. Expertise in geriatrics with extensive training in wound care. Personable and friendly individual known for great work ethic and attention to detail.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
TMC - Therapy Management
02.2016 - Current
- Provide therapy services to a 55-acre campus, including skilled rehabilitation, home health, memory care, independent living, assisted living, and outpatient services.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better care coordination among healthcare professionals involved in the patients' recovery.
- Extensive experience with wound care, including sharp debridement, autolytic debridement, and negative pressure wound vac.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Provided support for patients during therapeutic group activities, fostering a positive and collaborative environment conducive to healing.
- Coordinated with insurance companies to secure patient coverage for necessary treatments, easing the financial burden on patients.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with patients, contributing to high satisfaction rates and patient referrals.
- Provided education and community outreach to educate public on benefits of therapy within the retirement community ensuring continuum of care.
- Participate in home assessments, collaborating with supervising PT to ensure a safe transition home.
- Clinical instructor for several students
Home Health PTA
Excel Home Health
06.2017 - Current
- Provided skilled PT services under the supervision of Physical Therapist
- Developed and instructed patients in home exercise programs per POC
- Monitor vitals before and during therapy sessions in response to treatments.
- Communicate patient status with other disciplines to ensure optimal care for patients.
- Experience with Kinnser and HCHB software providing timely documentation
Director of Rehab Services/PTA
Ensign Services Inc.
11.2010 - 04.2016
- Developed targeted marketing initiatives to raise awareness about available rehab services, increasing community engagement and referrals from local healthcare providers.
- Developed interdisciplinary collaboration for improved patient care and streamlined service delivery.
- Established strong partnerships with external organizations, enhancing referral networks and community resources for patients.
- Provided skilled PT under supervision of the physical therapist including modalities to improve strength, balance, functional activity tolerance, and safe transition to home.
- Responsible for hiring staff, orientation and training within the department and facility.
- Experience with Rehab Optima software
Director of Rehab Services/PTA
Castle Pines Health And Rehabilitation
06.2006 - 10.2010
- Developed targeted marketing initiatives to raise awareness about available rehab services, increasing community engagement and referrals from local healthcare providers.
- Supervised, oriented, trained and counseled department employees to improve job performance and maintain high standards of patient care.
- Provided skilled PT services under supervision of PT including modalities to promote strength, balance, safe ambulation and transfers to allow safe transition home.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Woodland Heights Medical Center
04.2004 - 06.2006
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Provided wound care under supervision of PT including hydrotherapy, sharp debridement, autolytic debridement, and wound VAC.
- Provided skilled therapy in ICU, step down, orthopedic, skilled unit and labor & delivery.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Nacogdoches Memorial Health
05.2000 - 04.2004
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Experience in outpatient setting including work hardening programs
- Trained in outpatient and inpatient wound care including hydrotherapy, sharp and autolytic debridement and patient education
- Provided skilled therapy in ICU, step down, orthopedic and labor & delivery.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX05-2000
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Physical Therapy
Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TXSkills
- Possess strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with other disciplines
- Experience in multiple therapy settings
- Problem-solving skills
- Medicare, managed care, and medicaid process
- Strong relationship with the Supervising Physical Therapist
Timeline
Home Health PTA
Excel Home Health
06.2017 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
TMC - Therapy Management
02.2016 - Current
Director of Rehab Services/PTA
Ensign Services Inc.
11.2010 - 04.2016
Director of Rehab Services/PTA
Castle Pines Health And Rehabilitation
06.2006 - 10.2010
Physical Therapist Assistant
Woodland Heights Medical Center
04.2004 - 06.2006
Physical Therapist Assistant
Nacogdoches Memorial Health
05.2000 - 04.2004
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Physical Therapy
Stephen F Austin State University
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy
Kilgore College
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