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Hannah Hjelm

Fredericksburg,VA

Summary

Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in physical therapy and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and clinical rotations. Demonstrates strong teamwork, compassion, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cashier

Walmart
03.2023 - Current
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.

Student Physical Therapist Assistant

Sentara RMH Medical Center
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Communicated with nursing and other rehab staff to coordinate the best care for patients.
  • Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
  • Provided therapeutic treatment in the ICU, PCU, and family birthplace.
  • Used EPIC to chart patients' progress and chart reviewed effectively to see who was appropriate for therapy.
  • Effectively managed lines in patient rooms and out in hallways during gait training.
  • Facilitated post-operation recovery for patients who underwent CABG, TAVR, pacemaker implantation and other cardiac procedures.
  • Worked with patients to complete safe transfers while maintaining proper body mechanics.
  • Treated a diverse patient population that featured a large amount of medically volatile patients.
  • Recommended post-hospital plans for patients' to maximize their safety and recovery.
  • Attended and participated in rehabilitation staff meetings.
  • Assisted and managed patients' use of assistive devices including canes, front-wheeled walkers, wheelchairs, and Sara-Stedy.

Student Physical Therapist Assistant

Outpatient Clinic - Sentara
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Developed patient-specific home exercise programs, guiding patients on correct implementation to safely achieve goals.
  • Provided physical therapy services in a neuro-based outpatient clinic and collaborated with the whole therapy department.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
  • Applied manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance, and coordination.
  • Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and kinesthetic-tape.
  • Used Epic to chart patients' progress and provide proper documentation.
  • Provided care to a diverse patient population including geriatric patients, adolescent patients, and limited English proficiency patients.
  • Assisted with wound care and lymphedema patients including applying profore compression wraps, ready wraps and unna boots.
  • Educated patients on proper body mechanics and posture.
  • Administered the TUG test, 2/6 minute walk test and 30 second sit-to-stand test.

Student Physical Therapist Assistant

Ivy Rehab
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
  • Selected modalities compliant to patient needs such as hot and cold packs and electrical stimulation.
  • Administered therapeutic treatments to ease pain and facilitate healing of injuries.
  • Educated patients on proper posture, body mechanics, and implementing breaks into their everyday life.
  • Applied manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance and coordination.
  • Cooperated with the physical therapy team to advance patients goals.
  • Educated patients on how to use various gym equipment and log their own progress.

Cashier

Foodlion Grocery Store
03.2021 - 07.2022
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Germanna Community College
Locust Grove, VA
05-2025

Skills

  • Document patient progress and has experience in the electronic documentation software EPIC
  • Implement quality body mechanics in patients and within self
  • Use appropriate communication with patients and interdisciplinary health care members
  • Balance and gait training in the geriatric population
  • Proficient use of modalities including hot/cold packs, electrical stimulation, kinesiotape, and ultrasound
  • Able to provide patient education to maximize post-operation recovery
  • Foster strong relationships with patients and other staff members
  • Maintaining patient safety while maximizing patients' functional outcome

Certification

  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, Virginia, #2306606763, - Passed NPTE and recognized by FSBPT July 2025.
  • Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Program Recertification - American Heart Association, February 2025

Timeline

Student Physical Therapist Assistant

Sentara RMH Medical Center
03.2025 - 05.2025

Student Physical Therapist Assistant

Outpatient Clinic - Sentara
10.2024 - 12.2024

Student Physical Therapist Assistant

Ivy Rehab
05.2024 - 06.2024

Cashier

Walmart
03.2023 - Current

Cashier

Foodlion Grocery Store
03.2021 - 07.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Germanna Community College

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