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Giglia Almeida Mayer

MIAMI,FL

Summary

Proactive Physical Therapist Assistant with comprehensive experience in therapeutic exercises, patient monitoring, and body mechanics. Skilled in developing personalized treatment plans, accurate documentation, and adaptive interventions. Brings strong collaborative abilities and dedication to improving patient outcomes through tailored therapy and fitness programs.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant Intern:

Lennar Center Physical Therapy
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Fostered strong relationships with fellow interns and staff members through collaboration on complex cases or sharing insights from personal experiences.
  • Monitored patients during therapeutic activities, ensuring safety and correct
  • I conducted thorough patient reassessments and accurately documented my findings for the physical therapists to review.

Physical Therapist Assistant Intern

CARRILLO MARTIN MS PT - Physical Therapy
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Worked with pediatric patients to carry out treatment plans customized for their specific conditions.
  • Assisted in the development of patient goals and treatment plans by actively participating in ongoing case management discussions with physical therapists.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare team.

Physical Therapist Assistant Intern

Baptist Health Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Adapted therapeutic interventions based on each patient's goals, limitations, and preferences for optimal results following the plane of carer
  • Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare professionals.
  • Monitored patients during therapeutic activities, ensuring safety and correct technique at all times.


Pilates Instructor/ Private Sessions

Partnership
02.2016 - 10.2023
  • Provided modifications for clients with injuries or limitations, ensuring a safe and effective workout experience.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring a safe environment for all participants.
  • Educated clients on the principles of Pilates, fostering a deeper understanding of the practice.
  • Adapted classes to meet the needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
  • Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
  • I have successfully enhanced clients' posture and balance by implementing personalized exercise regimens for specific conditions.
  • Contributed to the office revenue growth by promoting private lessons.

Pilates Instructor

Polestar Pilates Center
02.2016 - 04.2020

Instructing both one-on-one and group classes entails delivering comprehensive guidance and demonstrations to integrate Pilates method techniques, fostering overall well-being. In addition, I provide tailored modifications to address diverse fitness levels. Assessing individual capabilities, needs, and physical conditions allows for the customization of training programs. Continual monitoring of participants' progress enables necessary program adjustments, along with the imparting of proper breathing techniques for physical activities.

  • Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
  • Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
  • Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.

Personal Trainer

Independent Contract
03.2014 - 08.2018
  • Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
  • Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
  • Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
  • Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.

Pilates Instructor (volunteer)

Shake a Leg
04.2016 - 07.2017

During my time at Polestar Pilates, I volunteered at Shake a Leg. This experience enabled me to introduce the Pilates method to clients with neurologic disabilities, expanding their access to a healthier lifestyle.

  • Provided modifications for clients with injuries or limitations, ensuring a safe and effective workout experience.
  • Boosted client satisfaction with personalized attention and adjustments during sessions.

Physiotherapist, Pilates Trainer and Acupuncturist

Clinica Portugal
03.2006 - 11.2012
  • Enhanced patients'' quality of life through targeted physical therapy exercises and pain management techniques.
  • Educated patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs that complement therapy sessions.
  • Educated patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term health and wellbeing.
  • Made clinical assessments and diagnoses to treat physical problems and conditions.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to ensure the most effective treatment methods were employed for each case.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with a full understanding of complex therapy needs.
  • Improved patient mobility by designing and implementing personalized treatment plans.

Education

Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
05.2024

Post-graduate:Acupuncture

ABACO
Rio De Janeiro-Brazil
2013

Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy

Universidade Tiradentes
Aracaju,SE-Brazil
2005

Skills

  • Therapeutic exercise implementation
  • Documentation and Record Keeping
  • Time Management Aptitude
  • Adaptive Equipment Utilization
  • Orthopedic rehabilitation knowledge
  • Neurological Rehabilitation Understanding
  • Reliability
  • Team Collaboration

Languages

Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant Intern:

Lennar Center Physical Therapy
01.2024 - 04.2024

Physical Therapist Assistant Intern

CARRILLO MARTIN MS PT - Physical Therapy
08.2023 - 10.2023

Physical Therapist Assistant Intern

Baptist Health Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation
05.2023 - 07.2023

Pilates Instructor (volunteer)

Shake a Leg
04.2016 - 07.2017

Pilates Instructor/ Private Sessions

Partnership
02.2016 - 10.2023

Pilates Instructor

Polestar Pilates Center
02.2016 - 04.2020

Personal Trainer

Independent Contract
03.2014 - 08.2018

Physiotherapist, Pilates Trainer and Acupuncturist

Clinica Portugal
03.2006 - 11.2012

Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Miami Dade College

Post-graduate:Acupuncture

ABACO

Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy

Universidade Tiradentes
Giglia Almeida Mayer