JAMES VOLTZ
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Summary
Energetic Physical Therapy Assistant able to teach, motivate and help patients with exercises. Assist with treatment planning by compiling data and offering insights into progress. Promote long-term success through effective patient and family education.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Fox Rehabilitation Services
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with personalized rehabilitation plans, enhancing recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop effective treatment protocols and patient education strategies.
- Monitored patient progress and documented changes in condition to ensure appropriate care adjustments.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises focusing on mobility, strength, and functional independence for diverse patient populations.
- Enhanced patient mobility by employing targeted therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques.
- Increased functional independence for patients by utilizing adaptive equipment and teaching proper usage techniques.
- 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.
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Encompass Home Health
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized patient treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting therapies as needed to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on therapeutic exercises and self-care techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to optimize patient care strategies and interventions.
- Documented patient assessments and treatment results using electronic health record systems.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Tailored home exercise programs specifically for each patient''s needs, promoting adherence to ongoing self-care routines outside therapy sessions.
Physical Therapy Assistant
Saber Healthcare - Autumn Care of Madison
11.2012 - 06.2022
- Helped optimize patients' functional abilities by delivering treatments prescribed by physical therapist.
- Increased compliance with treatment programs by cultivating positive relationships with patients.
- Maintained patients' progress against goals by tracking performance and consulting with physical therapist on adjustment strategies.
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Rehab Management Incorporated
01.2006 - 11.2012
- Instructed and aided patients in active and passive exercises, muscle re-education, and gait, functional, and prosthetic training.
- Assisted with building strong physical therapy program with consistent application of correct strategies for different exercises.
- Trained patients how to use orthopedic braces, prostheses and supportive devices.
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Heritage Hall Rehab
02.2004 - 01.2006
- Progressed patients safely through levels of treatment within maximum capabilities of each patient.
- Documented treatments and equipment used in patient records.
- Supported patients while practicing exercises and functional activities.
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Trinity Mission Health and Rehab
03.2002 - 01.2004
- Coordinated with facility staff on discharge and admissions planning, developing and implementing weekly care plans and attending family meetings on patients progress.
- Successfully managed extensive case load, developing valuable skills and wide-ranging knowledge of neurological, orthopedic, and medical-related disabilities.
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Atlantic Sports and Rehabilitation
08.1996 - 02.2002
- Enhanced treatment outcomes through proactive patient education on at-home exercises.
- Responded to situations arising during treatments with calm approach and expert knowledge of emergency procedures.
- Instructed patients in proper body mechanics and ways to improve functional mobility
- Administered active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, including massage, heat and light.
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Home Health Incorporated - Contract Employee through ASRS
08.1996 - 12.2000
- Enhanced treatment outcomes through proactive patient education on at-home exercises.
- Implemented specific exercises to improve patients activities of daily living and quality of life.
Education
Associates - Physical Therapy Assistant
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Roanoke, VA08.1996
Bachelor's of Science - Recreation and Conservation
State University College at Cortland
Cortland, NY05.1986
Skills
- Prosthetics integration
- Gait training
- Treatment implementation
- Muscle re-education
- Patient education
- Physical assessment
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Therapeutic exercises
- Functional mobility training
- Strengthening
- Geriatric therapy
- Balance training
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Prosthetic training
- Gait analysis
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Fox Rehabilitation Services
11.2023 - Current
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Encompass Home Health
06.2022 - 11.2023
Physical Therapy Assistant
Saber Healthcare - Autumn Care of Madison
11.2012 - 06.2022
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Rehab Management Incorporated
01.2006 - 11.2012
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Heritage Hall Rehab
02.2004 - 01.2006
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Trinity Mission Health and Rehab
03.2002 - 01.2004
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Atlantic Sports and Rehabilitation
08.1996 - 02.2002
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Home Health Incorporated - Contract Employee through ASRS
08.1996 - 12.2000
Bachelor's of Science - Recreation and Conservation
State University College at Cortland
Associates - Physical Therapy Assistant
Jefferson College of Health Sciences