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Clinton Hurd

Russellville,TN
Clinton Hurd

Summary

Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 15 years in acute care at a level I Trauma Center. I am searching and in hope to atain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

15
years of professional experience

Work History

UT Medical Center

Physical Therapist Assistant
06.2009 - Current

Job overview

  • Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • 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 coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
  • Educated families and caregivers on treatment programmes for improved at-home support.
  • Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
  • Supported optimal patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
  • Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
  • Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
  • Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
  • Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
  • Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
  • Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
  • Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
  • Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
  • Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
  • Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
  • Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.

Education

Walters State Community College
Morristown, TN

Associate Degree from Physical Therapist Assistant
05.2009

Skills

  • Post-surgical Rehabilitation
  • Geriatric Physical Therapy
  • Orthopedic Rehabilitation
  • Functional Mobility Training
  • Patient Education
  • Strengthening
  • HIPAA Requirements
  • Medical Terminology
  • Body Mechanics
  • Patient Care
  • Adaptive Equipment Training
  • Body Mechanics Instruction
  • Wheelchair mobility training
  • Prosthetic Training
  • Post-injury Rehabilitation
  • Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS)
  • HIPAA Compliance

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

UT Medical Center
06.2009 - Current

Walters State Community College

Associate Degree from Physical Therapist Assistant

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