Dixon Griffin
South Lake Tahoe,CA
Summary
I have 29 years of experience working in every setting except for pediatrics. I also have 38 years' experience as a power-lifter/strongman competitor and I use that knowledge to create fun, effective, functional exercise programs that create results and make sense. I have the gift of motivation and I like to break down diagnosis to the simple denominator so patients can understand why we are doing what we are doing. I have been in charge of supply as well as an assistant DOR multiple times.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapists Assistant
MINDBODY Physical Therapy
10.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in patients'' recovery process.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programs.
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of physical therapy assistance.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Infinity Rehab
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programs for improved at-home support.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Reliant Rehab
09.2016 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Healthy At Home CMC
09.2007 - 12.2012
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programs for improved at-home support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
Lacrosse University
Baton Rouge, LAAssociate of Arts - Physical Therapy Assistance
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NCBachelor of Arts - Theology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2026
Skills
- Post-surgical Rehabilitation
- Geriatric Physical Therapy
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Functional Mobility Training
- Gait training
- Therapeutic exercises
- Orthopedics
- Patient Education
- Strengthening
- Strength training
- HIPAA Requirements
- Medical Terminology
- Balance Assessment
- Joint mobilization
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Body Mechanics
- Treatment implementation
- Customer Service
- Patient service
- Patient Care
- Neuromuscular Re-education
- Pain Management Techniques
- Adaptive Equipment Training
- Body Mechanics Instruction
- Wheelchair mobility training
- Flexibility Improvement
- Electrotherapy application
- Progress Monitoring
- Joint protection
- Prosthetic Training
- Emergency Response
- Safety Management
- Sports Injury Management
- Progress reports
- Muscle performance
- Inventory Management
- Ultrasound Therapy
- Patient Interviews
- Needs Assessment
- Patient-Focused Therapy
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Attention to Detail
- Rehabilitation Services
- Outpatient Therapy
- Clinical Team Collaboration
- Medical Records Documentation
- Decision-Making
- Post-injury Rehabilitation
- Injury Prevention
- Sports Injuries
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
- Problem-Solving
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS)
- CPR/AED
- Individual Therapy
- Patient Assessment
- Physical Assessment
- Home Health Care
- Range of Motion Improvement
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Observation
- Progress Reporting
- Cold Therapy
- Therapy Equipment Setup
- Total Rehabilitation
- Care Plan Completion
- HIPAA Compliance
- Team Leadership
- Medical Billing
- Ambulatory Functional Activities
- Joint Protection Exercise
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Follow Up
- Personnel Training
- Movement restoration
- Basic Life Support
Accomplishments
I am a veteran of the U.S. ARMY, a certified level 1 pilates instructor and I am also member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars.
Certification
CPR
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Physical Therapists Assistant
MINDBODY Physical Therapy
10.2022 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Infinity Rehab
01.2021 - 07.2021
Physical Therapist Assistant
Reliant Rehab
09.2016 - 01.2021
Physical Therapist Assistant
Healthy At Home CMC
09.2007 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
Lacrosse University
Associate of Arts - Physical Therapy Assistance
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Grand Canyon University
CPR
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