Frannie Dunton
Summary
Hardworking and passionate Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Clinical rotations were completed at two outpatient clinics and one inpatient facility. Excellent communication, work ethic, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Cedar Crest Skilled Nursing Facility
04.2023 - 05.2023
- 240 Clinical hours: 6 weeks / 40 Hours per week
- Engaged in gait training, transfer training, and bed mobility with geriatric patients.
- Measured and assessed the vital signs of patients with a variety of diagnoses daily.
- Adjusted and assisted patients with assistive devices.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Guided patients in the performance of therapeutic exercises.
- reviewed patient history in collaboration with the clinical instructor.
- Documented each patient case with updates in the computer system.
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
North County Physical Therapy
11.2022 - 12.2022
- 200 clinical hours: 5 weeks / 40 hours per week
- Performed manual therapy including myofascial release, and soft tissue mobilization on multiple patients a day.
- Administered ultrasound, and other therapeutic modalities.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
- Documented each patient case with updates in the WebPT computer system.
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Monterey Spine And Joint Physical Therapy
04.2022 - 05.2022
- 200 Clinical hours: 5 weeks / 40 hours per week
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Applied a variety of modalities, including electrical stimulation, cupping, and game-ready ice.
- Measured the patient's range of motion with a goniometer.
- Reviewed Patient charts in collaboration with the clinical instructor
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
Physical Therapy Aide and Personal Trainer
Seascape Physical Therapy
07.2017 - 03.2020
- Assisted the front desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing documents, and processing payments.
- Enforced safety procedures with all patients.
- Implemented safe exercise routines prescribed by the Physical Therapist.
- Continued to safely exercise patients in the fitness training center once discharged.
- Maintained supply inventory by placing orders when supplies ran low.
- Coordinated daily activities of patients to support them in their individual care programs.
- Worked with patients from age 13 to 80.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
Hot Pilates/Yoga Instructor
Hot Yoga Aptos
04.2015 - 08.2019
- Demonstrated Pilates/yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
- Planned and led safe Pilates/yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet the abilities of individual students.
- Adapted classes to meet the needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation, and other elements of yoga practice.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
- Kept studio area safe, organized, and comfortable for students.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Ohlone College
Fremont, CA05.2023
Skills
- Movement Restoration
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Gait Training
- Customer Communication
- Physical Therapy Support
- Safety Procedures
- Customer Service
Certification
- CPT - NASM Certified Personal Trainer
- Certified Hot Pilates instructor
- Certified Yoga Sculpt instructor
Additional Information
Volunteer Work:
- Traveled out of state to work at camp attitude. Giving kids with disabilities a summer camp experience.
- Multiple mission trips including an orphanage in Africa.
- Community Organizer and Race director for 10k and 5k running distances.
- Girls on the run coach.
Timeline
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Cedar Crest Skilled Nursing Facility
04.2023 - 05.2023
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
North County Physical Therapy
11.2022 - 12.2022
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Monterey Spine And Joint Physical Therapy
04.2022 - 05.2022
Physical Therapy Aide and Personal Trainer
Seascape Physical Therapy
07.2017 - 03.2020
Hot Pilates/Yoga Instructor
Hot Yoga Aptos
04.2015 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Ohlone College
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