Elisha McJunkin
Tellico Plains,TN
Summary
Driven Physical Therapist Assistant with a proven track record at Adoration Home Health and at Sweetwater Hospital Association, enhancing patient mobility and compliance through expert application of therapeutic exercises and pain management techniques. Excelled in geriatric and orthopedic rehabilitation, demonstrating exceptional communication and teamwork. Achieved high patient satisfaction and recovery rates, contributing to clinic's reputation for quality care. Dedicated Physical Therapy Professional with more than 24 years of experience working in patient-centered environments. Expert in geriatrics with extensive training in rehabilitation/ orthopedic treatment. Personable and friendly individual known for great work ethic and attention to detail.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Adoration Home Health and Hospice
10.2008 - 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 the patients'' recovery process.
- 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.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
- Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of physical therapy assistance.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring that all therapy sessions were patient-centered and goal-oriented.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with patients, contributing to high satisfaction rates and patient referrals.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote health and wellness, extending clinic's impact beyond its walls.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Sweetwater Hospital Association
10.2000 - 10.2008
- 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.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
- Supported optimal patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
- Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
- 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.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- 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.
- Supported physical therapists in complex procedures, contributing to successful patient rehabilitations.
- Led workshops for clinic staff on emerging physical therapy techniques, fostering culture of continuous learning.
- Streamlined clinic operations by managing therapy equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for patient sessions.
- Increased clinic efficiency with organization of patient schedules and therapy spaces.
- Maintained detailed patient records to track progress and adjust treatments for optimal outcomes.
- Provided patient education on post-therapy care, leading to decreased instances of re-injury.
- Coordinated with insurance companies to secure patient coverage for necessary treatments, easing financial burden on patients.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and standards, maintaining clinic's reputation for quality care.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote health and wellness, extending clinic's impact beyond its walls.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
- Prepared for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
- Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
- Provided in-home therapeutic treatments to patients after hip replacement surgery.
- Checked physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.
Education
Elementary Education
Tennessee Wesleyan University
Athens, TNAssociate In Physical Therapy - Physical Therapist Assistant
South College
Knoxville, TN10.2000
Applied Science
Cleveland State Community College
Cleveland, TN1998
Skills
- Post-surgical Rehabilitation
- Geriatric Physical Therapy
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Functional Mobility Training
- Gait training
- Therapeutic exercises
- Orthopedics
- Patient Education
- Strengthening
- Strength training
- HIPAA Requirements
- Joint mobilization
- Balance Assessment
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Body Mechanics
- Patient Care
- Neuromuscular Re-education
- Pain Management Techniques
- Body Mechanics Instruction
- Wheelchair mobility training
- Electrotherapy application
- Progress Monitoring
- Joint protection
- Prosthetic Training
- Safety Management
- Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
- Muscle performance
- Ultrasound Therapy
- Excellent Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patient-Focused Therapy
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Rehabilitation Services
- Outpatient Therapy
- Medical Records Documentation
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS)
- Home Health Care
- Range of Motion Improvement
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Adoration Home Health and Hospice
10.2008 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Sweetwater Hospital Association
10.2000 - 10.2008
Elementary Education
Tennessee Wesleyan University
Associate In Physical Therapy - Physical Therapist Assistant
South College
Applied Science
Cleveland State Community College
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