Emily Midcap
Shadyside,OH
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant with a background at WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital, specializing in LTAC patient rehabilitation. Proven ability to improve patient outcomes through clear communication and supportive care. Skilled in implementing therapeutic exercises and providing patient education, fostering an environment that encourages recovery and independence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital
Wheeling, WV
01.2011 - Current
- Carry out POC established by physical therapist in LTAC setting, including: therapeutic exercises, transfer training, gait training, and balance activities to improve strength, ROM, functional mobility, and endurance.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to ensure continuity of care and effective communication with documentation of treatment session.
- Improve patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises and adapt exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality
- Contribute to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care by maintaining safe and sanitized environment, adhering to hospital protocols and best practices.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring that all therapy sessions were patient-centered and goal-oriented.
- Contributed to positive and healing environment, offering emotional support to patients during challenging treatments.
Physical Therapy Aide
Wheeling Hospital
Wheeling, WV
01.2011 - 10.2014
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of therapy equipment and treatment areas.
- Assisted front desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing documents and processing payments.
- Enhanced patient comfort and safety by setting up equipment, preparing treatment areas, and positioning patients as needed.
- Assisted physical therapist in treatment of patient by assisting with transfers and providing chair follow during gait training.
Volunteer for Physical Therapy
Wheeling Hospital
Wheeling, WV
08.2010 - 12.2010
- Maintained cleanliness of treatment rooms and equipment.
- Prepared hot packs and cold packs for use of physical therapist.
- Gathered equipment for therapy treatment, example: gait belts, wheelchair, weights and exercise bands.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA05.2014
Bachelor Of Applied Arts And Science - Exercise Physiology
West Liberty University
West Liberty, WV12.2010
Skills
- Functional mobility training
- Gait training
- Therapeutic exercises
- Patient education
- Strengthening
- Patient care
- Adaptive equipment training
- Wheelchair mobility training
- Endurance training
- Range of motion exercises
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient-focused therapy
- Excellent communication
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital
01.2011 - Current
Physical Therapy Aide
Wheeling Hospital
01.2011 - 10.2014
Volunteer for Physical Therapy
Wheeling Hospital
08.2010 - 12.2010
Associate Of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
California University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor Of Applied Arts And Science - Exercise Physiology
West Liberty University