Gay Morton
2089 Wallace Dairy Rd,NC
Summary
Dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant with experience at American Therapy Services, specializing in post-surgical rehabilitation and geriatric care. Expert in implementing therapeutic exercises and enhancing patient mobility while fostering strong relationships through compassionate communication. Proven ability to educate patients on body mechanics and pain management techniques, ensuring optimal recovery outcomes.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Frye Regional Medical Center
11.2020 - 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.
- Supported optimal patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- 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.
- 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.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Contributed to overall clinic efficiency by assisting with equipment setup, inventory management, and patient scheduling as needed.
- Provided support for patients during therapeutic group activities, fostering a positive and collaborative environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Streamlined clinic operations by managing therapy equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for patient sessions.
- Enhanced patient recovery times by implementing personalized rehabilitation programs under supervision of physical therapists.
- Maintained detailed patient records to track progress and adjust treatments for optimal outcomes.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Kindred At Home Home Health
11.2018 - 11.2020
- 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.
- Supported optimal patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
- 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.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Implemented new therapy technologies and methods, staying at forefront of physical therapy practices.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring that all therapy sessions were patient-centered and goal-oriented.
- Maintained detailed patient records to track progress and adjust treatments for optimal outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication about treatment plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to integrate physical therapy with overall patient care plans.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Carolina Rehab of Burke
09.2008 - 11.2018
- 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.
- Supported optimal patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- 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.
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
- 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.
- 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.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Contributed to overall clinic efficiency by assisting with equipment setup, inventory management, and patient scheduling as needed.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Provided support for patients during therapeutic group activities, fostering a positive and collaborative environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring that all therapy sessions were patient-centered and goal-oriented.
- Maintained detailed patient records to track progress and adjust treatments for optimal outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication about treatment plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to integrate physical therapy with overall patient care plans.
- Assisted in reducing patient recovery periods with application of targeted therapeutic exercises.
- Supported physical therapists in complex procedures, contributing to successful patient rehabilitations.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and standards, maintaining clinic's reputation for quality care.
- Contributed to positive and healing environment, offering emotional support to patients during challenging treatments.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering supportive community environment for patient rehabilitation.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Lutheran Home Association
05.2004 - 04.2008
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- 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.
- Supported optimal patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- 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.
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
- Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
- 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.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Provided support for patients during therapeutic group activities, fostering a positive and collaborative environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Conducted patient assessments to develop appropriate therapy plans, ensuring personalized care.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring that all therapy sessions were patient-centered and goal-oriented.
- Enhanced patient recovery times by implementing personalized rehabilitation programs under supervision of physical therapists.
- Maintained detailed patient records to track progress and adjust treatments for optimal outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication about treatment plans.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Genesis Rehab- Conover Nursing Center
05.2002 - 06.2004
- 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.
- Supported optimal patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- 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.
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
- 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.
- 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.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Provided support for patients during therapeutic group activities, fostering a positive and collaborative environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring that all therapy sessions were patient-centered and goal-oriented.
- Maintained detailed patient records to track progress and adjust treatments for optimal outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication about treatment plans.
- Supported physical therapists in complex procedures, contributing to successful patient rehabilitations.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and standards, maintaining clinic's reputation for quality care.
- Contributed to positive and healing environment, offering emotional support to patients during challenging treatments.
- Provided patient education on post-therapy care, leading to decreased instances of re-injury.
Physical Therapist Asst
Frye Regional Medical Center
11.1998 - 05.2002
- 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.
- Supported optimal patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- 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.
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
- 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.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Provided support for patients during therapeutic group activities, fostering a positive and collaborative environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Helped pediatric patients reach developmental milestones through age-appropriate play-based interventions promoting gross motor skill development.
- Facilitated aquatic therapy sessions for patients with joint pain or limited mobility due to arthritis or other chronic conditions.
Physical Therapist Asst
American Therapy Services
08.1996 - 11.1998
- 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.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- 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.
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
Education
Associate In Applied Science - Physical Therapy
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
Hudson, NC06.1996
Associate In Accounting -
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC05.1990
Skills
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Functional mobility training
- Gait training
- Therapeutic exercises
- Orthopedics
- Patient education
- Strengthening
- Strength training
- HIPAA requirements
- Medical terminology
- Balance assessment
- Joint mobilization
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Body mechanics
- Customer service
- Treatment implementation
- Patient service
- Patient care
- Neuromuscular Re-education
- Pain management techniques
- Adaptive equipment training
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Frye Regional Medical Center
11.2020 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Kindred At Home Home Health
11.2018 - 11.2020
Physical Therapist Assistant
Carolina Rehab of Burke
09.2008 - 11.2018
Physical Therapist Assistant
Lutheran Home Association
05.2004 - 04.2008
Physical Therapist Assistant
Genesis Rehab- Conover Nursing Center
05.2002 - 06.2004
Physical Therapist Asst
Frye Regional Medical Center
11.1998 - 05.2002
Physical Therapist Asst
American Therapy Services
08.1996 - 11.1998
Associate In Applied Science - Physical Therapy
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
Associate In Accounting -
Catawba Valley Community College
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