Marie Wetzler
Physical Therapist Assistant
Daly City,CA
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapy Professional with more than 13 years of experience working in patient-centered environments. Expert in Geriatrics with extensive training in patient care. Personable and friendly individual known for great work ethic and attention to detail.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Consonus Healthcare Services
San Francisco, CA
06.2020 - Current
- Delivering physical therapy services to up to 14 patients a day while continuing to achieve 90-92% productivity with use of time management.
- Working with primarily elder patient ranging from Parkinson’s disease, CVA, heart disease and generalized weakness.
- Performing therapeutic procedures with use of administering manual exercise, balance training activities, gait training, and community ambulation.
Assistant Director or Rehab/Physical Therapist Assistant
Intergro Rehab Services
San Francisco, CA
12.2017 - 06.2020
- Partnership with rehab director to coordinate staff.
- Orientated and trained new hire.
- Assisted therapy staff in identifying and removing barriers to treatment and providing clinical education to meet patients needs.
- Liaised for rehab team with inter disciplinary staff.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Affirma Rehabilitation
San Francisco, CA
05.2015 - 12.2017
- Demonstrated efficient time management skills to manage responsibilities.
- Provided interventions utilizing techniques and skills under a plan of care written by a physical therapist.
- Provided balance training to reduce the risk of falls and improve safety awareness.
- Communicated with physical therapist to recommend changes and modifications in regards to plan of care.
- Performed home assessment along side of OT in preparation for patients discharge.
- Trained family members and caregiver prior to patients discharge, if applicable.
Rehab Supervisor, Physical Therapist Assistant
First Rehab
San Francisco, CA
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Coordinated with physical therapist regarding treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits for each individual.
- Developed programs appropriate to needs of residents in facility to achieve highest feasible level of functioning.
- Liaised with patients, families and support departments to adequately plan for patient rehabilitation needs.
Physical Therapist Assistant
ONR
San Francisco, CA
07.2014 - 10.2014
- Performing therapy interventions utilizing techniques and skills as appropriate for the patient population.
- Provided care giver and family training.
- Created individualized home exercises programs.
- Measured patient's range of motion.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
Sonoma College
Petaluma, CA 01.2006 - 12.2007
Skills
Proficient in Casmba, Net Health, Point Click Care
Therapeutic exercises
Geriatrics
Flexible and Adaptable
Strengthening
Dependable and Responsible
Teamwork and Collaboration
First Aid/CPR
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Consonus Healthcare Services
06.2020 - Current
Assistant Director or Rehab/Physical Therapist Assistant
Intergro Rehab Services
12.2017 - 06.2020
Physical Therapist Assistant
Affirma Rehabilitation
05.2015 - 12.2017
Rehab Supervisor, Physical Therapist Assistant
First Rehab
10.2014 - 05.2015
Physical Therapist Assistant
ONR
07.2014 - 10.2014
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
Sonoma College
01.2006 - 12.2007