Jennifer L. Grove
Keyser,USA
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant with 25 years of diverse experience in long-term care, school-based therapy, and home health settings. Expertise in delivering compassionate patient care and implementing effective rehabilitation programs tailored to individual needs. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and support overall wellness. Committed to continuous professional development and staying current with industry best practices to provide the highest quality of care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health
WVU Medicine
Keyser, WV
06.2025 - Current
- Assist in developing tailored rehabilitation plans for diverse patient populations
- Collaborate with physical therapists to implement treatment protocols effectively
- Educate patients on exercise techniques and injury prevention strategies
- Monitor patient progress and documented responses to therapy interventions
Physical Therapist Assistant
Best Life Therapy
Bridgeport, WV
01.2025 - Current
- Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborate with physical therapists to enhance patient care and improve treatment outcomes.
- Document patient interactions and maintained accurate records in compliance with regulations.
Activity Director
Communicare Healthcare
Keyser, WV
01.2023 - 01.2025
- I made this career change as an opportunity for advancement into a managerial role, which wasn’t foreseeable in the therapy department at the time. As activity director I oversee a staff of 4 persons, managed their scheduling and oversee the day to day tasks that are completed. In Point Click Care I complete Activity Care Interviews and MDS of every new resident that enters the center. I work as part of the interdisciplinary team for meetings, MDS, care plan conferences. I schedule all activities for the residents at the facility, book entertainment, maintain a budget for the department.
- Activity Professional Certified, National Certification, June 2023
- Developed engaging recreational programs to enhance resident participation and satisfaction.
- Coordinated scheduling of activities and events, ensuring optimal resource allocation and staff involvement.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Communicare Therapy
Keyser, WV
01.2022 - 01.2023
Physical Therapist Assistant
Stonerise Therapy
Keyser, WV
01.2018 - 01.2022
Physical Therapist Assistant
Best Life Therapy
Bridgeport, WV
01.2019 - 01.2020
Physical Therapist Assistant
Select Rehab
Keyser, WV
01.2016 - 01.2018
Physical Therapist Assistant
HCR-Manor Care
Keyser, WV
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Staff Physical Therapist Assistant, practicing under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Possess the ability to read, follow and adapt a computerized evaluation using NetHealth programming. Fluent in Microsoft Teams for interdisciplinary communication. I organize and facilitate meetings in person or via Zoom, with other staff and/or with patients and families regarding progress as well as obstacles that come about. Volunteered for a newly established STEP committee, for the purpose of becoming the liaison between upper management and staff therapists. Maintain relationships with patients, fellow staff members and other medical professionals either in person or via message to achieve efficient, quality care.
Physical Therapist Assistant
School Therapy Services
Cumberland, MD
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Staff Physical Therapist Assistant in school based therapy setting in Allegany and Garret counties in MD as well as Mineral, Hardy and Grant counties in WV. Established relationships at multiple schools with office staff, special education teachers as well as Board of Education staff to ensure that the children on my therapy roster received the best care available to them. Complete computer/web based documentation for each session completed as well as quarterly reports to assess the child’s progress towards goals set for them.
Education
Associate Degree - Applied Science
Allegany College of Maryland
08-2000
Associate Degree - General Studies
Allegany College of Maryland
12-1998
Skills
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Orthopedic recovery
- Functional mobility training
- Gait training
- Therapeutic exercises
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health
WVU Medicine
06.2025 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Best Life Therapy
01.2025 - Current
Activity Director
Communicare Healthcare
01.2023 - 01.2025
Physical Therapist Assistant
Communicare Therapy
01.2022 - 01.2023
Physical Therapist Assistant
Best Life Therapy
01.2019 - 01.2020
Physical Therapist Assistant
Stonerise Therapy
01.2018 - 01.2022
Physical Therapist Assistant
Select Rehab
01.2016 - 01.2018
Physical Therapist Assistant
HCR-Manor Care
01.2012 - 01.2016
Physical Therapist Assistant
School Therapy Services
01.2009 - 01.2012
Associate Degree - Applied Science
Allegany College of Maryland
Associate Degree - General Studies
Allegany College of Maryland