DENA RADA

Dedicated and enthusiastic licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with over 25 years of exceeding expectations in customer service with strong communication skills and a natural ability to connect with people. An effective problem solver with a creative outside-of-the-box approach to identifying solutions. Bringing an innate ability to facilitate an engaging atmosphere and elicit a strong patient alliance, with the capability to work well as a team, as well as independently to achieve professional excellence.

Diligent PTA with strong foundation in therapeutic techniques and patient care. Successfully contributed to patient recovery plans and collaborated with physical therapists to optimize treatment strategies. Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills in fast-paced clinical environments.

• Proficient in administering manual therapy using a variety of tools to effectively resolve acute and chronic pain.
• Previous experience with geriatric patients with Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, CVA, gait/balance disorders, and vestibular dysfunction.
• Has led progressive aquatic therapy sessions.
• Worked alongside a hand therapist, measured ROM and performed hand therapy.
• Extensive background working with children that had a wide array of developmental levels and abilities.