DARBIE M FENTON
McAllen
Summary
Professional, experienced healthcare assistant equipped to support physical therapy. Strong background in patient care, therapeutic exercise programs, and rehabilitation techniques. Excellent team collaborator with consistent focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes and adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in therapeutic interventions, patient communication, and documentation. Reliable and driven to contribute positively to patient recovery and wellness.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapy Technician
Cornerstone Physical Therapy
08.2019 - 12.2021
- Actively participated in staff meetings and effectively collaborated with colleagues as a team.
- Conducted communication with insurance companies to obtain patient approvals for physical therapy and actively contributed to the billing process for company reimbursement.
- Demonstrated strong proficiency in time and stress management while assisting in the treatment of 15+ patients daily.
- Implemented daily disinfecting after every patient for infection control and patient safety.
- Provided therapists and patients with any assistance needed to ensure a safe rehabilitation environment.
Physical Therapist Assistant
South Texas Health System
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in developing and implementing patient treatment plans under physical therapist supervision.
- Monitored patient progress and reported outcomes to ensure effective rehabilitation strategies.
- Educated patients on exercises and techniques to promote independence and recovery.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize treatment approaches based on patient needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient treatments and progress for compliance purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Technology - Medical And Health Services Management
South Texas College
McAllen12-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
South Texas College
McAllen, TX01.2024
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
South Texas College
McAllen, TX01.2023
Associate of Science - undefined
Panola College
Carthage, TX01.2020
Skills
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Functional mobility training
- Gait training
- Therapeutic exercises
- Patient education
- Treatment implementation
Certification
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Blood Flow Restriction
- Health Care Provider CPR Program
- First Aid Certification
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
South Texas Health System
08.2025 - Current
Physical Therapy Technician
Cornerstone Physical Therapy
08.2019 - 12.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
South Texas College
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
South Texas College
Associate of Science - undefined
Panola College
Bachelor of Applied Technology - Medical And Health Services Management
South Texas College