James Valero
Summary
Skilled Physical Therapist Assistant with a track record of enhancing patient mobility and achieving optimal outcomes. Specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation and patient education, employing innovative techniques like kinesiology taping. Demonstrates exceptional collaboration and communication skills, significantly improving patient recovery processes.
Strong background in patient care, therapeutic exercise programs, and rehabilitation techniques. Excellent team collaborator with consistent focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes and adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in therapeutic interventions, patient communication, and documentation. Reliable and driven to contribute positively to patient recovery and wellness.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Nova Medical Centers
05.2022 - 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 kinesiology taping to improve joint range of motion and reduce inflammation.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Human Performance and Rehab
02.2020 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop individualized treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies and proper body mechanics to facilitate long-term recovery success.
- Documented patient progress accurately, ensuring clear communication between all members of the rehabilitation team.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Kindred At Home Home Health
11.2018 - 05.2022
- Communicated regularly with referral sources such as physicians, case managers, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless continuity of care across settings.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop individualized treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Improved patient balance and coordination through specialized training programs focused on proprioceptive and vestibular systems.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
- Optimized scheduling processes through effective time management skills, reducing wait times for appointments.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Recover Home Health
08.2014 - 11.2018
- Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Improved patient balance and coordination through specialized training programs focused on proprioceptive and vestibular systems.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Optimus Physical Therapy
07.2014 - 11.2018
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies and proper body mechanics to facilitate long-term recovery success.
- Implemented kinesiology taping to improve joint range of motion and reduce inflammation.
- Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Odessa College
Odessa, TX05-2014
Skills
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Functional mobility training
- Gait training
- Therapeutic exercises
- Orthopedics
- Patient education
- Joint mobilization
- Balance assessment
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Body mechanics
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Kinesio Taping Practitioner K1, K2 and K3 Certification (CKTP) - Kinesio Taping Association International.
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Nova Medical Centers
05.2022 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Human Performance and Rehab
02.2020 - 05.2022
Physical Therapist Assistant
Kindred At Home Home Health
11.2018 - 05.2022
Physical Therapist Assistant
Recover Home Health
08.2014 - 11.2018
Physical Therapist Assistant
Optimus Physical Therapy
07.2014 - 11.2018
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Kinesio Taping Practitioner K1, K2 and K3 Certification (CKTP) - Kinesio Taping Association International.
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Odessa College
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