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Jacques St Juste

Elmont

Summary

Dynamic, compassionate, and reliable Physical Therapist Assistant with extensive experience at different facilities, specializing in mobility enhancement and patient education. Proven ability to implement therapeutic exercises and design effective home exercise programs, fostering independence and functional improvement in elderly patients. Background working in clinical settings and home care. Adept at working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly mastering new skills, committed to delivering compassionate care while ensuring safety and progress.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

Chapin Home for the Aging (Rehab Altern)
Jamaica
07.2011 - Current
  • Assisted licensed physical therapists in rehabilitation sessions for elderly patients.
  • Educated patients on exercises to promote mobility and independence during recovery.
  • Provided compassionate support to residents, fostering a positive therapeutic environment.
  • Observed patients closely for any changes in symptoms or behavior that may require further evaluation or intervention by the Physical Therapist.
  • Assisted Physical Therapists in evaluating a patient's range of motion, balance, strength and coordination through various tests and measurements.
  • Provided physical therapy treatments to patients as directed by the Physical Therapist.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Avalon gardens nursing home
Smithtown
06.2009 - 07.2011
  • Educated patients on exercises to promote mobility and independence during recovery.
  • Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
  • Monitored patients during treatments to ensure proper form and technique while exercising.

Physical Therapist Assistant

VNSNY
New York
06.2007 - 06.2009
  • Provide therapeutic service at resident home. From CVA , orthopedic and decline in function.
  • Ensure that resident can safely navigate community ( ie shopping, restaurant and walk)
  • trained family member or hired help
  • Monitor and provide weekly update to Physical therapist.

Physical Therapy Assistant

Medford multicare center
Medford
05.2006 - 06.2007
  • Implemented therapeutic exercises to enhance patient mobility and strength.
  • Monitored patient progress and reported findings to the therapy team.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Lawrence care center
Far Rockaway
02.2003 - 05.2006
  • Assisted licensed physical therapists in rehabilitation sessions for elderly patients.
  • Monitored patient progress and documented treatment outcomes in electronic health records.
  • Educated patients on exercises to promote mobility and independence during recovery.

Physical Therapist Assistant

New vanderbilt Rehab & Care Center
Staten Island
02.1996 - 02.2003
  • Educated patients on exercises to promote mobility and independence during recovery.
  • Assisted with therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation when appropriate for the patient's condition.
  • Administered simple range of motion exercises.
  • Studied treatment plans and adjusted exercises periodically to maximize benefits.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Oxford Nursing Home
Brooklyn
02.1992 - 02.1996
  • Monitored patient progress and documented treatment outcomes in electronic health records.
  • Educated patients on exercises to promote mobility and independence during recovery.
  • Assisted with therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation when appropriate for the patient's condition.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Professional Studies

Audrey Cohen College
06-1994

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy

Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA
06-1989

Skills

  • Therapeutic exercises
  • Rehabilitation techniques
  • Mobility enhancement
  • Safety assessments
  • Patient education
  • Home exercise programs
  • Strengthening
  • Neuromuscular Re-education
  • Conditioning
  • Safety management
  • Orthopedic rehabilitation
  • Functional mobility training
  • Muscle performance
  • Therapeutic equipment
  • Body mechanics
  • Functional improvement
  • Gait analysis

Languages

English , French and creole
Professional

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

Chapin Home for the Aging (Rehab Altern)
07.2011 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Avalon gardens nursing home
06.2009 - 07.2011

Physical Therapist Assistant

VNSNY
06.2007 - 06.2009

Physical Therapy Assistant

Medford multicare center
05.2006 - 06.2007

Physical Therapist Assistant

Lawrence care center
02.2003 - 05.2006

Physical Therapist Assistant

New vanderbilt Rehab & Care Center
02.1996 - 02.2003

Physical Therapist Assistant

Oxford Nursing Home
02.1992 - 02.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Professional Studies

Audrey Cohen College

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy

Tidewater Community College

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