James Pennington
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Fully qualified physical therapy professional dedicated to patients and supportive of team needs. Steps in quickly to assist patients and staff with diverse demands. Talented in assessments, patient training and recordkeeping.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver for Family Member
Self Employed
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Delayed career to provide full-time care and support for my mother during her terminal illness.
- Developed strong skills in compassion, time management, and adapting to changing needs.
- Used this time to reflect on personal and professional growth.
- Used skills learned in school and during clinical rotations to provide care
Student PTA
Knoxville Orthopedic Clinic
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Applied manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance and coordination.
- Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
- Administered sports injury rehabilitation, facilitating return to pre-injury levels of activity.
- Documentation for each patient's treatment session.
- Planned and carried out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning and alleviate pain.
Student PTA
Life Care Center
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Provided gait training, therapeutic exercises, and other treatments to elderly patients in a nursing home setting
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
Student PTA
Results Physiotherapy
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs and electrical stimulation.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
- Prepared for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
- Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
Student PTA
Select Physical Therapy
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
- Implemented kinesiology taping on several patients to improve joint range of motion and reduce inflammation.
- Used pain management and relaxation techniques to reduce discomfort and stress.
Manager
Webster's Deli
06.2010 - 06.2013
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Developed and implemented appropriate plans to resolve unfavorable trends and enhance sales.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
South College
Knoxville, TN09.2023
Skills
- Self-Care Instructions
- Conditioning
- Patient Education
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Safety Management
- Communication
- Patient Care
- Pain Management Techniques
- Medical Terminology
- Emergency Response
- Customer Service
- Body Mechanics
- HIPAA Requirements
- Therapeutic Equipment
- Gait Training
- Documentation
Education and Training
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Timeline
Caregiver for Family Member
Self Employed
09.2023 - 01.2024
Student PTA
Knoxville Orthopedic Clinic
07.2023 - 08.2023
Student PTA
Life Care Center
06.2023 - 07.2023
Student PTA
Results Physiotherapy
03.2023 - 04.2023
Student PTA
Select Physical Therapy
11.2022 - 12.2022
Manager
Webster's Deli
06.2010 - 06.2013
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
South College
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