Hayleigh Armstrong
Summary
Dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant with extensive experience, adept at developing tailored treatment plans and enhancing patient outcomes. Proven ability in effective communication and team collaboration, utilizing therapeutic modalities, manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and more to optimize recovery for diverse patient populations. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care while continuously advancing my knowledge to optimize patient outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Claxton Hepburn Medical Center
Ogdensburg
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for each patient based on their needs in different physical therapy settings.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress including notes from sessions and outcomes achieved during treatment.
- Observed patients closely for any changes in symptoms or behavior that may require further evaluation or intervention by the Physical Therapist.
- Provided physical therapy treatments to patients as directed by the Physical Therapist in outpatient and inpatient physical therapy settings.
- Supervised independent exercise programs for Aquatic Therapy.
- Treated patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients.
- Applied modalities such as electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and hot and cold packs as directed.
Claxton-Hepburn Outpatient Clinic
Ogdensburg
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Completed 30- to 45-minute treatment sessions with an average of 10 to 12 patients per day across all age groups
- Cared for patients in both outpatient and inpatient clinical settings under supervision of Clinical Instructor
- Instructed and engaged orthopedic, neuromuscular, vestibular and cardiopulmonary patients in individual care plans
- Evaluated patients to determine needs for treatment plans to be progressed, regressed and/or discharged
- Developed and presented an in-service education session about the effects of Kinesio-taping on Plantar Fasciitis
- Documented notes on patient progress, changes to care plan, and therapeutic modalities applied using NetHealth
The Alice Center
Malone
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Provided 30- to 45-minute treatment sessions for an average of 6 nursing home residents daily
- Administered treatment to geriatric patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardio-pulmonary diagnoses
- Presented ICF model case study on stroke patient depicting timeline from initial evaluation thru plan implementation
- Provided demonstration of plan exercises and functional activities such as gait therapy and neurological re-education
- Utilized EPIC software to record detailed notes on patient status and progress following each appointment
Phoenix Physical Therapy
Hogansburg
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Conducted 10 to 15 30-minute treatment sessions daily with patients aged 12 to 70 in a private outpatient clinic
- Assisted DPT with providing treatment to patients of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardio-pulmonary conditions
- Administered modalities including e-stim, heat/cold, soft tissue mobilization, passive ROM, and strength training
- Input details of individual plan progressions or regression into Excel-based SOAP notes following each patient session
Education
A.A.S. - Physical Therapist Assistant
State University of New York at Canton
05.2024
Allied Health Program -
Seaway Tech BOCES
06.2021
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Physical therapy modalities
- Treatment planning
- Effective communication
- Patient care
- Problem Solving/Critical thinking
Honors And Recognitions
Student Excellence Award (Phoenix Award), State University of New York at Canton, 04/24
References
- Dr. Lisa Francis, D. Physical Therapist, Phoenix Physical Therapy, Hogansburg, NY, (315) 842-7966, phoenixpt3@yahoo.com
- Dr. Jennifer McDonald, D. Physical Therapist, PTA Professor, SUNY Canton, Canton, NY, (315) 212-3160, mcdonaldj@canton.edu
- Amy Dosser, Physical Therapist Assistant, Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center Outpatient Physical Therapy, Ogdensburg, NY, (315) 869-1867, adoser@chmed.org
- Kyle Kressler, Owner and Manager, Cedar View Golf Course, Massena, NY, (607) 745-9336, Owner@cedarviewgc.com
Professional Memberships
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), 11/23
Activities And Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer, Special Olympics, SUNY Canton, Canton, NY, 04/23, 09/23
- Player, Women’s Basketball, SUNY Canton, Canton, NY, 08/21, 01/23
Certification
CPR, BLS
American Heart Association
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
New York State
Accomplishments
- Student Excellence Award (Phoenix Award), State University of New York at Canton
Affiliations
Volunteer, Special Olympics, SUNY Canton, Canton, NY April 2023, September 2023
Women’s Basketball, SUNY Canton, Canton, NY August 2021 - January 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Claxton Hepburn Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
Claxton-Hepburn Outpatient Clinic
03.2024 - 04.2024
The Alice Center
01.2024 - 03.2024
Phoenix Physical Therapy
05.2023 - 06.2023
A.A.S. - Physical Therapist Assistant
State University of New York at Canton
Allied Health Program -
Seaway Tech BOCES
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