Iris Piccio
Frederick,MD
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant with 9 years of experience. Proven success in enhancing patient mobility and satisfaction. Skilled in therapeutic exercise and patient collaboration.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Glen Cove, NY
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Provided patient education on post-therapy care, leading to decreased instances of re-injury.
- Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Glencove NY
04.2011 - 11.2014
- Assisted patients with personalized care plans
- Assisted in implementing rehabilitation programs tailored to individual patient needs.
- Monitored patient progress and documented treatment outcomes accurately.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to enhance treatment strategies and patient care plans.
- Educated patients on exercise techniques and safety measures for home practice.
- 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.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
Unit Clerk
Woodmere Rehab
Woodmere, NY
04.2005 - 07.2006
- Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Monitored inventory levels of office supplies and initiated reorders as necessary for seamless operations.
- Assisted in scheduling appointments, optimizing workflow to enhance patient experience and clinic efficiency.
- Implemented procedures for document management, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
- Prepared admissions charts and scanned records.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Dietetics
Silliman University
Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, Philippines03.2000
Skills
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Patient Care
- Manual Therapy
- Documentation
- Rehabilitation
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Physical Therapy Modalities
Certification
- Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant - American Physical Therapy Association
- Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
- Licensed Nutritionist & Dietitian Professional Regulation Commission Board for Nutrition & Dietitian Philippines.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Filipino
Professional Working
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
02.2021 - 10.2022
Physical Therapist Assistant
Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
04.2011 - 11.2014
Unit Clerk
Woodmere Rehab
04.2005 - 07.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy
Nassau Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Dietetics
Silliman University