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Daniel Chavez

Clovis,NM

Summary

Reliable Physical Therapist Assistant offering over 10 years of experience working in patient-focused settings to include Home Health, SNF and outpatient. Exceptional experience working with geriatric, pediatrics, injured and disabled individuals. Fully qualified and dedicated to patients and supportive of team needs. Steps in quickly to assist patients and staff with diverse demands. Talented in assessments, patient care, patient training and recordkeeping.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

PT Care LLC
Clovis, NM
08.2023 - Current
  • Assisted Physical Therapists in evaluating a patient's range of motion, balance, strength and coordination through various tests and measurements.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress including notes from sessions and outcomes achieved during treatment.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, pathology, neurology and other related topics pertinent to physical therapy practice.

Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach

Belen Consolidated Schools
Belen, NM
08.2018 - Current
  • Developed training and exercise programs to meet individual requirements and team play strategies.
  • Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
  • Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
  • Observed health and safety guidelines and protocols during practice sessions and game to help players avoid injuries.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Belen Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Belen, NM
03.2022 - 08.2023
  • Work with licensed Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapist to identify appropriate skilled treatment required for patient population
  • Develop and implement individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce and enhance functional performance
  • Provide physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate healing, increase functional independence and decrease fall risk in a SNF setting while under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.
  • Provided physical therapy treatments to patients as directed by the Physical Therapist.

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Santa Fe Care Center
Santa Fe, NM
09.2020 - 03.2022
  • To identify appropriate skilled PT treatment required for patient population
  • Developed and implemented individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce and enhance functional performance
  • Provides physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate healing, increase functional independence and decrease fall risk in a SNF setting under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.
  • Observed and reported patient reaction to treatment or changes in condition, facilitating appropriate follow-up.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Harmony Home Health
Albuquerque, NM
03.2019 - 09.2020
  • Provided physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate healing, increase functional independence and decrease fall risk in a home health setting under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.
  • Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
  • Treated patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance.

Physical Therapists Assistant

Compassus Healthcare
Albuquerque, NM
02.2018 - 03.2019
  • Worked with physical therapist and other disciplines to provide adaptive equipment for improving patient function in home health setting.
  • Adhered to infection-control policies and protocols to attain safe and clean working environment.
  • Described therapeutic regimens to promote wellness and health maintenance.
  • Maintained positive interaction with facilities and clients, enhancing client relations.

Physical Therapists Assistant

Skies Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Albuquerque, NM
02.2015 - 02.2019
  • Worked full time and PRN with company to provide physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.

PTA Clinical Intern

Enchantment Physical Therapy
Gallup, NM
08.2014 - 09.2014
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to licensed clinicians.

PTA Clinical Intern

Skies Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Albuquerque, NM
05.2014 - 05.2014
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Developed strong knowledge of current clinical best practices and individual and group counseling techniques.
  • Facilitated productive therapy sessions and utilized growth-promoting exercises to help patients improve health.

Conductor/Engineer

BNSF Railway
Belen, NM
01.2007 - 01.2014
  • Was directly responsible for safe and efficient delivery of freight while controlling train movement using both federal and state guidelines
  • Managed railcar loading, unloading and switching.
  • Operated trains, adhered to route plans and maintained operations and repair schedules.
  • Duties were performed during different shifts and in all types of weather conditions.

Pharmacy Intern

Walgreens Pharmacy
08.2013 - 10.2013
  • Verified customer's insurance coverage prior to filling a prescription
  • Answered phone calls to assist with patient's needs
  • Entered in all refill orders
  • Put away inventory as needed.

Supply Chain Manager

US Army
Fort Irwin, CA
01.2001 - 12.2006
  • Implemented new or improved supply chain processes to enhance efficiency or performance.
  • Implemented clear and effective planning strategies to meet supply chain needs, meet demand and optimize distribution.
  • Managed supply requests, movements and preservation of group supplies.
  • Requisitioned and stored shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy

Pima Medical Institute
Albuquerque, NM
12.2014

Skills

  • NM Licensure
  • Oral and Written Communication
  • Clinical Team Collaboration
  • Patient-Focused Therapy
  • Patient Interaction
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Basic Life Support
  • Home Exercise Programs
  • Rehabilitation Services
  • Materials Requisition
  • Pattern Recognition
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

PT Care LLC
08.2023 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Belen Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
03.2022 - 08.2023

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Santa Fe Care Center
09.2020 - 03.2022

Physical Therapist Assistant

Harmony Home Health
03.2019 - 09.2020

Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach

Belen Consolidated Schools
08.2018 - Current

Physical Therapists Assistant

Compassus Healthcare
02.2018 - 03.2019

Physical Therapists Assistant

Skies Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
02.2015 - 02.2019

PTA Clinical Intern

Enchantment Physical Therapy
08.2014 - 09.2014

PTA Clinical Intern

Skies Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
05.2014 - 05.2014

Pharmacy Intern

Walgreens Pharmacy
08.2013 - 10.2013

Conductor/Engineer

BNSF Railway
01.2007 - 01.2014

Supply Chain Manager

US Army
01.2001 - 12.2006

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy

Pima Medical Institute
Daniel Chavez