Heather Seale
Rustburg,VA
Summary
Accomplished Physical Therapist Assistant with a proven track record at The Woodland, Heritage Healthpro, and Centerwell Home Health enhancing patient rehabilitation outcomes through expert application of geriatric physical therapy and exceptional patient care. Increased compliance with home exercise programs, demonstrating a strong ability to educate and motivate. Skilled in both therapeutic exercises and fostering patient rapport, consistently achieving significant improvements in patient mobility and quality of life. Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 12 years. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure LTTS (Virginia) position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Centerwell Home Health
Lynchburg, VA
06.2022 - 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.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
- Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Campbell County Schools
Rustburg, VA
02.2022 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Heritage Healthpro
Lynchburg, VA
07.2015 - 01.2022
- 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.
- 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.
Physical Therapist Assistant
The Woodland
Farmville, VA
06.2012 - 06.2015
- 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.
- 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.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
Education
Associates - Physical Therapy Assistant/Applied Science
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Roanoke, VA05.2012
Standard - High School
Rustburg High School
Rustburg, VA06.2002
Skills
- Post-surgical Rehabilitation
- Geriatric Physical Therapy
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Functional Mobility Training
- Therapeutic exercises
- Gait training
- Patient Education
- HIPAA Requirements
- Medical Terminology
- Balance Assessment
- Joint mobilization
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Body Mechanics
- Patient service
- Patient Care
- Pain Management Techniques
- Wheelchair mobility training
- Progress Monitoring
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Centerwell Home Health
06.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Campbell County Schools
02.2022 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Heritage Healthpro
07.2015 - 01.2022
Physical Therapist Assistant
The Woodland
06.2012 - 06.2015
Associates - Physical Therapy Assistant/Applied Science
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Standard - High School
Rustburg High School