Dorothy Cardarelli
Lake Worth,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with a strong foundation in rehabilitation techniques and effective caseload management. Recognized for fostering positive patient relationships and consistently delivering high-quality care under the guidance of physical therapists. Committed to ongoing professional development and acquiring new skills to optimize patient outcomes and enhance overall treatment effectiveness. Proactive team player dedicated to contributing to a collaborative healthcare environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Apex Network Physical Therapy
01.2020 - Current
- Deliver personalized care plans under the supervision of physical therapists.
- Provide patient education and assist in therapeutic exercises and functional activities.
- Maintain compliance with clinical documentation and productivity standards.
Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)
Sobe Innovative Rehab
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Treated patients with a variety of diagnoses in outpatient and subacute settings.
- Assisted in implementing individualized plans of care and home exercise programs.
- Ensured consistent communication with the rehab team to optimize patient outcomes.
Lead Physical Therapist Assistant
One to One Physical Therapy & Aquatics
11.2020 - 04.2024
- Implemented individualized care plans under PT supervision.
- Instructed patients in gait training, strengthening, and functional activities.
- Managed a daily caseload of up to 12 patients, exceeding patient satisfaction benchmarks.
- Conducted physical performance assessments to track progress and functional gains.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Broward College
Coconut Creek, FL06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
Charleston Southern University
North Charleston, SC05.2006
Skills
- Strengthening
- Joint protection
- Conditioning
- Muscle re-education
- Patient care
- Muscle performance
- Therapeutic exercises
- Treatment implementation
Clinical Experience
- PTA Student
- Health Rehab – Coral Springs, FL
- September 2019 – December 2019
- Conducted aquatic therapy, therapeutic exercises, gait training, and neuromuscular re-education.
- Developed home exercise programs and educated patients on vestibular rehabilitation.
- Delivered an in-service on vertigo rehab techniques; treated patients with vestibular dysfunction.
- MorseLife Health System – West Palm Beach, FL
- January 2019 – March 2019
- Assisted patients in therapeutic exercises, transfer training, and mobility techniques.
- Maintained clean and organized treatment areas; performed wheelchair adjustments.
- Educated patients and families on therapy importance and functional goals.
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)
Sobe Innovative Rehab
04.2024 - 01.2025
Lead Physical Therapist Assistant
One to One Physical Therapy & Aquatics
11.2020 - 04.2024
Physical Therapist Assistant
Apex Network Physical Therapy
01.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
Charleston Southern University
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Broward College
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