Jessica Chavez
Laredo,TX
Summary
Physical Therapy Assistant professional bringing more than 13 years of expertise showing patients how to perform therapeutic exercises. Background working in clinical settings and home health. Reliable Physical Therapist Assistant offering experience working in patient-focused settings in both home health pediatric and private clinics. Exceptional experience working with geriatric and disabled individuals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Dynamism
Laredo , TX
01.2019 - Current
- Studied treatment plans and adjusted exercises periodically to maximize benefits.
- Conducted research studies related to improving existing methods of physical therapy treatments.
- Noted treatment trends and monitored physical therapy services rendered, achieving production objectives.
- Observed patients closely for any changes in symptoms or behavior that may require further evaluation or intervention by the Physical Therapist.
- Worked with physical therapist and other disciplines to provide adaptive equipment for improving patient function.
- Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
- Provided emotional support to help motivate a patient throughout his and her rehabilitation process.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses, and progress notes in patient charts.
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, pathology, neurology and other related topics pertinent to physical therapy practice.
- Provided physical therapy treatments to patients as directed by the Physical Therapist.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX05-2008
Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Patient Education
- Proficient in [Software]
- Treatment Implementation
- Self-Care Instructions
- Heavy Caseloads
- Progress Reports
- HIPAA Requirements
- Conditioning
- Therapeutic Equipment
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Pain Management Techniques
- Emergency Response
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Care
- Patient Screening
- Progress Monitoring
- Safety Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Dynamism
01.2019 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy
Laredo Community College
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