Jennifer O'Brien
Somers,CT
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant offering over 15 years of sub-acute care and home healthcare experience. Well-versed in a broad range of PT programs, treatments and modalities including extensive experience with prosthetics and professionally fluent in Spanish. Providing superior assistance to Physical Therapists to restore functional independence and mitigating disability for diseased and injured patients. Able to demonstrate advanced proficiency in patient assessment, time management, and scheduling, as well as implementing therapy-programs and design execution. An enthusiastic team player deeply committed to delivering quality care, fostering excellent interpersonal and communication skills resulting in superior patient outcomes as a member of a multidisciplinary case-management team.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Commonwealthcare Alliance Home Health/Rehab
07.2016 - 12.2023
- Improved functional mobility by assisting with the development and implementing customized physical therapy treatment plans recommended by supervising Physical Therapists for over 30 patients on a weekly basis.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates with consistent monitoring of progress and adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient care and outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on home exercise programs, fostering self-sufficiency in managing their conditions.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating continuity of care.
- Assisted patients in regaining functional independence through targeted therapeutic interventions.
- Provided exceptional patient care by closely following Physical Therapist's recommendations and adapting treatments accordingly.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Genesis Rehabilitation Services SNF/STR/LTC
07.2007 - 07.2016
- Assisted supervising Physical Therapist by administering treatments to up to 40 patients on a weekly basis
- Communicated patient progress to supervising Physical Therapist and other team members as appropriate
- Instructed, trained and motivated family members and nursing staff in follow-through and restorative nursing programs
- Maintain all equipment in a safe and clean condition
- Ensuring safety of patients and care by following department standards, procedures, and policies
- Trained and specialize in working with patients with amputations, including consulting with Physiatrists and vendors for customized fit and optimal functional mobility
- Provided clinical instruction to Physical Therapy Assistant students throughout clinical affiliations under the supervision of the Physical Therapist
- Participated in home evaluations with registered therapists, patients and families for assessment of appropriate recommendations for rehab equipment and modifications of discharge setting
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA05.2007
Special Skills Experience
- Computer Proficiency: MS Office, Rehab Optima and eCW
- Professionally fluent in Spanish
- HIPPA compliance certification
- APTA Certified Clinical Instructor 2011
- ACP Modalities trained and certified (US, Diathermy and E-Stim)
- AHA BLS certified 11/2023
PTA Licensing Credentials
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts, # 8137
- State of Connecticut, # 1510
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Commonwealthcare Alliance Home Health/Rehab
07.2016 - 12.2023
Physical Therapist Assistant
Genesis Rehabilitation Services SNF/STR/LTC
07.2007 - 07.2016
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Springfield Technical Community College
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