Jennifer Bowens
Elyria,OH
Summary
Dedicated healthcare support professional (Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant) with 20+ years of experience providing rehabilitative care in outpatient orthopedic settings. Skilled in patient care, therapeutic exercise programs and rehabilitation techniques. Strong documentation skills in electronic health records. Excellent clinical team collaboration and communication with rehabilitation patients/families, physical therapists & physicians. Known for strong organizational skills and HIPAA compliance. Personable, friendly individual with proven ability to develop positive patient relationships which help to navigate recovery and improve overall function & quality of life.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
University Hospitals Sheffield Medical Center-Physical Therapy/Select Medical
Sheffield Village, Ohio
11.2006 - 04.2026
- Assisted physical therapists in developing and implementing tailored treatment plans for diverse patient populations in a high-volume orthopedic outpatient facility.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and self-care strategies to enhance rehabilitation effectiveness and promote independence.
- Facilitated aquatic therapy sessions for patients with joint pain, limited mobility or other chronic conditions.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
- Ensured timely & accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process, contributing to high satisfaction rates & patient referrals.
Physical Therapist Assistant
HealthSouth Corporation
Westlake, OH
06.2002 - 09.2006
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for patients undergoing physical therapy interventions.
- Enhanced patient recovery times by implementing personalized rehabilitation programs under supervision of physical therapists.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Maintained detailed patient records to track progress and adjust treatments for optimal outcomes.
- Contributed to overall clinic efficiency by assisting with equipment setup, inventory management, and patient scheduling as needed.
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of physical therapy assistance.
Education
Associate of Science - Pre-Professional Psychology
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OHAssociate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OHSkills
- Outpatient orthopedic/post-injury rehabilitation
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Aquatic therapy
- Heavy caseloads
- Organizational skills
- Clinical team collaboration
- Medical records documentation
- Proficient in AllScripts, EPIC
- Excellent communication
- Basic life support for health care providers (BLS)
- HIPAA compliance
- Time management
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
University Hospitals Sheffield Medical Center-Physical Therapy/Select Medical
11.2006 - 04.2026
Physical Therapist Assistant
HealthSouth Corporation
06.2002 - 09.2006
Associate of Science - Pre-Professional Psychology
Lorain County Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Lorain County Community College