Gina Evangelista
Houma,LA
Summary
Compassionate Staff Physical Therapist known for productive and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in geriatric training for functional mobility skills, patient education, and rehabilitation program design. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring personalized and effective treatment plans for the geriatric patient needs.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Physical Therapist
Chateau Terrebonne Healthcare Center
Houma, LA
09.2005 - Current
- Evaluated patient progress at consistent intervals and adjusted treatment plans to maximize benefit.
- Instructed patients in proper use of equipment and therapeutic exercises.
- Guided patients through mobility exercises to determine leading cause of pain and provide diagnosis.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments by observing responses to interventions.
- Educated patients and families on injury prevention, proper body mechanics, and home exercise programs to promote long-term health.
- Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability.
- Provided gait training and assisted with the use of assistive devices to improve mobility and independence.
- Tested, measured and recorded data related to patient strength, motor development and function, sensory perception and functional capacity.
- Evaluated and documented patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning, including referrals to other healthcare professionals and community resources as needed for continued care.
- Assessed patient to develop treatment plan with measurable goals and time frames.
- Supervised physical therapist assistants and aides, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and high-quality patient care.
Staff Physical Therapist
Waldon Healthcare Center
New Orleans, LA
09.2002 - 09.2005
Staff Physical Therapist
Maison DeVille of Harvey and Maison Orleans 11
New Orleans, LA
02.1999 - 09.2002
Staff Physical Therapist
Our Lady of Wisdom
New Orleans, LA
03.1996 - 02.1999
Staff Physical Therapist
JoEllen Smith Convalescent Center
New Orleans, LA
04.1993 - 03.1996
Traveling Physical Therapist
Therapists Unlimited
New Orleans, LA
04.1992 - 04.1993
Staff Physical Therapist
Chalmette General Hospital
Chalmette, LA
01.1991 - 04.1992
Staff Physical Therapist
St. Jude Hospital
Kenner, LA
03.1990 - 01.1991
Staff Physical Therapist and Instructor
Pines City General Hospital
Baguio City, Philippines
01.1989 - 03.1990
Volunteer Physical Therapist
Benguet Laboratories
Baguio City, Philippines
06.1988 - 09.1988
Education
Bachelor of Science - BS in Physical Therapy
Virgen Milagrosa University
San Carlos City, Philippines03-1988
Bachelor of Science - BS in Biology
St. Louis University
Baguio City, Philippines03-1986
Skills
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Prosthetic training
- Clinical documentation
- Balance training
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Therapeutic exercise
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Wheelchair assessment
- Neurological rehabilitation
Timeline
Staff Physical Therapist
Chateau Terrebonne Healthcare Center
09.2005 - Current
Staff Physical Therapist
Waldon Healthcare Center
09.2002 - 09.2005
Staff Physical Therapist
Maison DeVille of Harvey and Maison Orleans 11
02.1999 - 09.2002
Staff Physical Therapist
Our Lady of Wisdom
03.1996 - 02.1999
Staff Physical Therapist
JoEllen Smith Convalescent Center
04.1993 - 03.1996
Traveling Physical Therapist
Therapists Unlimited
04.1992 - 04.1993
Staff Physical Therapist
Chalmette General Hospital
01.1991 - 04.1992
Staff Physical Therapist
St. Jude Hospital
03.1990 - 01.1991
Staff Physical Therapist and Instructor
Pines City General Hospital
01.1989 - 03.1990
Volunteer Physical Therapist
Benguet Laboratories
06.1988 - 09.1988
Bachelor of Science - BS in Physical Therapy
Virgen Milagrosa University
Bachelor of Science - BS in Biology
St. Louis University