Caring and hardworking physical therapy professional bringing solid background in supporting patients with skilled and diligent care. Safety-oriented team player successful at multitasking in office settings to handle wide range of basic and complex exercises. Well-versed in fitting patients for devices and readying equipment for therapeutic use.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
Foothills Sports Medicine Physical Therapy
01.2023 - 06.2023
Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
Experience with Parkinson's and post-stroke patients.
Set PT technician duties.
Served diverse populations including orthopedic injuries, neurological conditions, and post-surgical recoveries to provide comprehensive care for various patient needs.
PHYSICAL THERAPY TECHNICIAN
Foothills Sports Medicine Physical Therapy
04.2022 - 12.2022
Assisted patients during physical therapy procedures to restore function and reduce pain
Advocated for all patient health, safety and rights
Supported patients in physical therapy procedures to restore function and decrease pain
Assisted the physical therapist with treatment, administration and planning
Followed up with patients about needs and appointment
PHYSICAL THERAPY INTERN
Orthopedics Sports Therapy
01.2022 - 04.2022
Performed and documented initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and determined diagnosis prior to intervention
Reviewed physician's referral and patient's medical records to help determine diagnosis and physical therapy treatment required
Evaluated effects of treatment at various stages and adjusted treatments to achieve maximum benefit
Administered manual exercises, massage and traction to help relieve pain, increase patient strength and decrease and prevent deformity and crippling
Planned, prepare or carried out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, or prevent physical dysfunction in patients
Identified and documented goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation
Mainly treated patients with chronic back pain.
PHYSICAL THERAPY INTERN
Sunview Rehab and Respiratory
09.2021 - 12.2021
Worked as part of team to execute proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient
Taught patients proper use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices
Used wheelchairs and provided standing support to transport patients to and from treatment areas
Documented patient medical history, physical exam, diagnoses and plan of action
Facilitated ADLs and assisted patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life
Tested, measured and recorded data related to patient strength, motor development and function, sensory perception and functional capacity
Counseled and made recommendations to patients, caregivers and families about communicative strategies and devices
Treated patients with respiratory and severe neurological conditions.
PHYSICAL THERAPY INTERN
HonorHealth
07.2021 - 09.2021
Worked as part of team to execute proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient
Cleaned and organized work area and disinfected equipment after treatment to maintain cleanliness and presentation of establishment
Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments
Conducted precise assessments of patient condition and functional abilities
Documented patient medical history, physical exam, diagnoses and plan of action
Facilitated ADLs and assisted patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life
Primarily treated patients with neurological conditions in an outpatient setting.