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Edna Gallion

Massillon

Summary

Dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant with extensive experience at Cleveland Clinic Home Care, specializing in post-surgical rehabilitation and geriatric care. Proven ability to enhance patient mobility through tailored therapeutic exercises and empathetic communication, fostering trust and encouraging recovery. Skilled in implementing effective fall prevention strategies for elderly clients, ensuring safety and improved functional mobility.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

Cleveland Clinic Home Care
06.2010 - 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.
  • 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.
  • Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Concorde Therapy Group
06.2006 - 06.2008
  • Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
  • Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
  • Assisted athletes in their return to sport activities through sport-specific training programs targeting agility, endurance, power, speed development.
  • Facilitated aquatic therapy sessions for patients with joint pain or limited mobility due to arthritis or other chronic conditions.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Wales Rehab
05.1996 - 06.2006
  • Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
  • Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
  • Utilized aquatic therapy treatments for patients with orthopedic and neurological conditions.
  • Assisted athletes in their return to sport activities through sport-specific training programs targeting agility, endurance, power, speed development.

Education

Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant

Stark Technical College
Canton Ohio

Skills

  • Post-surgical rehabilitation
  • Geriatric physical therapy
  • Orthopedic rehabilitation
  • Functional mobility training

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

Cleveland Clinic Home Care
06.2010 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Concorde Therapy Group
06.2006 - 06.2008

Physical Therapist Assistant

Wales Rehab
05.1996 - 06.2006

Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant

Stark Technical College

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