JAYLA GRIFFIN
Lehigh Acres
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate licensed PTA with hands-on experience at Optimum Wellness, skilled in therapeutic exercises and patient care. Proven ability to motivate patients during rehabilitation and collaborate effectively within healthcare teams. Strong communication skills enhance patient engagement and safety compliance in diverse environments. Committed to delivering quality care and fostering wellness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Safety Officer
Lee Health
Fort Myers
10.2025 - Current
- Monitored safety protocols throughout healthcare facilities to ensure patient and staff security.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, providing assistance and coordinating with medical teams.
PTA Student Internship
Optimum Wellness / ReEnvision PT
Lehigh Acres
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Motivated patients throughout their rehabilitation process by encouraging them to reach their goals.
- Assisted physical therapists in providing treatments to patients, including therapeutic exercise and manual therapy techniques.
- Collaborated effectively with other members of the healthcare team to ensure quality care for all patients.
- Ensured safety precautions were taken while providing treatment services.
Security specialists/ Customer Service
Pgs
Lehigh Acres
09.2022 - 08.2025
- Enforce safety protocols and ensure security compliance across premises.
- Conduct regular foot patrols and monitor surveillance cameras to identify potential threats.
- Complete thorough checkpoint inspections to maintain operational integrity.
- Collaborate with law enforcement and emergency services during incidents.
- Train new security personnel on standard operating procedures and emergency response.
PTA Student Internship
Select Speciality Hospital
Fort Myers
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including nursing, respiratory therapy, occupational therapy, and case management.
- Assisted medically complex patients with functional mobility training, transfers, gait training, and endurance activities.
- Treated patients following orthopedic, neurological, and prolonged hospitalization diagnoses.
Education
Physical Therapy Assistant - Health Science
Keiser University
Fort Myers, FL07-2025
Business - Communications
Florida Southwestern State College
Fort Myers, FL01-2022
Skills
- Properly head to Infection control and precautions
- Understanding when to prioritize energy conservation techniques
- Functional mobility & transfer training
- Fall prevention and patient safety
Certification
- Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant
- CPR Certification, American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, American Heart Association
Timeline
Public Safety Officer
Lee Health
10.2025 - Current
PTA Student Internship
Optimum Wellness / ReEnvision PT
07.2025 - 08.2025
PTA Student Internship
Select Speciality Hospital
05.2025 - 06.2025
Security specialists/ Customer Service
Pgs
09.2022 - 08.2025
Physical Therapy Assistant - Health Science
Keiser University
Business - Communications
Florida Southwestern State College