Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Weight training
Languages
Timeline
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Diana M. Johnson

El Paso,TX

Summary

Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant Observer and Group Fitness Instructor Shadow at Border Therapy Services and Jacksonville Recreation, respectively, adept in strength training and exceptional communication. Excelled in enhancing patient mobility and satisfaction, while fostering inclusivity in fitness classes. Demonstrated adaptability and professionalism, significantly contributing to patient care and wellness program development.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant Observer

Border Therapy Services
10.2024 - 10.2024

Learned to:

  • Communicate with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
  • Improve patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Select modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
  • Facilitated aquatic therapy sessions for patients with joint pain or limited mobility due to arthritis or other chronic conditions.
  • Improve patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication about treatment plans.
  • Contributed to overall clinic efficiency by assisting with equipment setup, inventory management, and patient scheduling as needed.
  • Develope strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.

Group Fitness Instructor (Shadowing)

Jacksonville Recreation
02.2023 - 05.2023

Learned to:

  • Educate members on proper movement techniques and safe equipment use to reduce risk of injury.
  • Cultivate a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels, promoting inclusivity and accessibility within group fitness classes.
  • Demonstrate modified routines with regressions and progressions to meet diverse fitness levels.
  • Develope creative and fun fitness classes to keep participants engaged and motivated.
  • Promote overall wellness by incorporating mindfulness practice into selected group sessions, enhancing participant mental well-being alongside physical fitness achievements.
  • Enhance class engagement by introducing variety of new fitness programs tailored to different skill levels.
  • Plan and execute group fitness sessions with warm-ups and cool-downs.
  • Demonstrate proper form and technique to prevent injury.
  • Educate members on corrective movement for certain exercises.
  • Worked with elders to upkeep movement and balance

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Health And Fitness

Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, NC
05-2023

Skills

  • Strength training
  • Self-care instructions
  • Communication
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Conditioning
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability
  • Professionalism
  • Patient Safety
  • Patient lifting techniques
  • Improve treatments

Affiliations

  • United States Marine Corps Veteran

Weight training

I have been weight training for about 8 years now. I have found a peace and therapy in working on myself and keeping myself mobile as the years pass by.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant Observer

Border Therapy Services
10.2024 - 10.2024

Group Fitness Instructor (Shadowing)

Jacksonville Recreation
02.2023 - 05.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Health And Fitness

Coastal Carolina Community College
Diana M. Johnson