Jennifer Naetzker
375 Cromwell Drive, Rochester,NY
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in patient care and rehabilitation strategy. Skilled in team collaboration and communication, with a track record of managing training initiatives that improve staff performance and client relationships.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Personal Training Coordinator
Schottland Family YMCA
Pittsford, New York
05.2023 - Current
- Supported trainers in creating and delivering engaging training experiences.
- Coordinated registration processes for training programs and events, ensuring smooth participant experiences.
- Hired and onboarded new employees.
- Mentored and onboarded new staff members, enhancing client satisfaction through effective training.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in employees' skills and knowledge.
- Managed budgeting for the department.
- Managed 25 staff members, completing payroll and weekly communication with all staff.
Physical Therapist Assistant
URMCHC
Webster, NY
03.2017 - 05.2023
- Assisted patients with rehabilitative exercises and mobility training.
- Updated physical therapists and healthcare team on patient progress, ensuring coordinated care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies.
- Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
- Educated new physical therapy assistants on procedures and patient care techniques, fostering team competency.
- Cultivated positive relationships with facilities and clients, strengthening client satisfaction.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Freedom Therapy
Rochester, NY
2014 - 2017
- Assisted physical therapists with patient evaluations and treatment plans.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
- Educated patients on exercise techniques and self-care strategies.
- Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
Physical Therapist Assistant
HCR Home Care
Rochester, NY
2010 - 2013
- Assisted physical therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients in the home care setting.
- Monitored patient progress and reported observations to supervising therapists, complying with the NYS law with appropriate covisits.
- Participated and lead Falls Prevention lectures and programs in the community.
- Lead back safety programs for the staff with proper lifting techniques and the use of hoyer lifts properly.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Aaron Manor Rehabilitation and Continuing Care
Fairport , NY
2005 - 2008
- Assisted physical therapists with patient evaluations and treatment plans.
- Provided therapeutic exercises and modalities to enhance patient recovery.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
- Educated patients and family members about proper exercise techniques, safety measures, and injury prevention strategies.
- Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
- Participated on the wound care team for improved patient outcomes.
- Participated in patient discharge planning meetings.
Physical Therapist Assistant
St. Ann's Home at St. Ann's Community
Rochester, NY
2004 - 2005
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient care plans.
- Educated patients on exercise techniques and self-care strategies.
- Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Beechwood Continuing Care
Buffalo, New York
2001 - 2004
- Began with per diem weekends to a full time position working on the rehabilitation floor.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient care plans.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient evaluations and treatment plans.
- Provided therapeutic exercises and modalities to enhance patient recovery.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
- Participated on the discharge planning team.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Clarence Physical Therapy
Clarence, New York
1999 - 2002
- Began as a Physical Therapy Aide while completing my degree working part time in this out patient setting.
- Upon graduation began working full time assisting the physical therapists with patient evaluations and treatment plans.
- Provided therapeutic exercises and modalities to enhance patient recovery.
- Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Niagara County Community College
Sanborn, NY05-2000
Skills
- Financial planning
- Staff onboarding
- Client engagement
- Patient care
- Rehabilitation strategy
- Clinical documentation
- Exercise program design
- Treatment plan execution
- Team collaboration
- Staff training and mentoring
- Communication skills
Certification
CPR & AED 2025
Timeline
Personal Training Coordinator
Schottland Family YMCA
05.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
URMCHC
03.2017 - 05.2023
Physical Therapist Assistant
Freedom Therapy
2014 - 2017
Physical Therapist Assistant
HCR Home Care
2010 - 2013
Physical Therapist Assistant
Aaron Manor Rehabilitation and Continuing Care
2005 - 2008
Physical Therapist Assistant
St. Ann's Home at St. Ann's Community
2004 - 2005
Physical Therapist Assistant
Beechwood Continuing Care
2001 - 2004
Physical Therapist Assistant
Clarence Physical Therapy
1999 - 2002
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Niagara County Community College