Jerry Crook
Macomb,MI
Summary
Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistant with exemplary knowledge of physical rehabilitation and needs assessments. Experienced several successful rotations working in outpatient settings to provide outstanding treatment techniques. Supports team of physical therapists in serving patients recovering from surgery and sports injuries. Skilled at project management and solution-oriented problem solving with excellent multitasking and prioritization skills. Collaborative with proven negotiating skills and ability to stick to strict deadlines.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant Contingent WH Opt 2
Beaumont Hospital
Royal Oak, MIchigan
02.2022 - Current
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits
- Worked in acute care setting and created individualized exercise programs for patients
- Manages 5-10 patients per day in acute care setting.
- Assisted several Physical Therapists to initiate different patient care plans for inpatient setting
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality
- Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Plymouth Physical Therapy Specialists
Livonia, MI
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments as needed for maximum benefits.
- Completed 240 contact hours at outpatient facility.
- Performed various modalities and manual techniques.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Worked in outpatient care setting and created individualized exercise programs for patients.
- Assisted 1 Physical Therapists and 1 Physical Therapist Assistant to initiate different patient care plans in outpatient setting.
- Implemented treatment programs for children with altered gait patterns and those in recovery from sports injuries.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Answered questions from patients via email, phone or in person.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Team Rehabilitation Physical Therapy
Madison Heights, MI
01.2021 - 02.2021
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments as needed for maximum benefits.
- Completed 240 contact hours at outpatient facility.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated wide array of manual techniques..
- Performed various modalities for patient care.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Worked in outpatient care setting and created individualized exercise programs for patients.
- Assisted 3 Physical Therapists, 1 PTA, and several Techs to initiate different patient care plans in outpatient setting.
- Implemented treatment programs for children with juvenile arthritis and those in recovery from sports injuries.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield at all times.
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Neil King Physical Therapy
Novi, MI
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments as needed for maximum benefits.
- Completed 240 contact hours at outpatient facility.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Answered questions from patients via email, phone and in person.
- Assisted 2 Physical Therapists to initiate different patient care plans in outpatient setting.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
General Laborer
Great Lakes Coca Cola
Van Buren, MI
12.1996 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety to meet all schedule deliverables.
- Trained new employees regarding equipment use and maintenance.
- Teamster Local 337 Union steward
- Experience in contract negotiations.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI05.2021
Skills
- Therapeutic exercises
- Manual therapy
- Muscle performance
- Patient interviews
- Patient service
- Strengthening
- Organization and Time management
- Teamwork
- Self-motivated professional
- General laborer for 24 years with experience in employee training operations, union stewardship, contract negotiations
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 60+ staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of several contracts as a Union Steward.
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant Contingent WH Opt 2
Beaumont Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Plymouth Physical Therapy Specialists
03.2021 - 04.2021
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Team Rehabilitation Physical Therapy
01.2021 - 02.2021
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Neil King Physical Therapy
10.2020 - 11.2020
General Laborer
Great Lakes Coca Cola
12.1996 - 04.2021
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Washtenaw Community College