JAMES COLLINS
North Amityville,NY
Summary
My name is James Collins Jr. and I am a compassionate safety focused aide with hands on experience supporting clients and staff since February 2025. Demonstrated strengths in client support, safety compliance, time management, and clear communication skills reinforced by roles in refereeing and trucking. Currently pursuing Surgical technician and or Physical therapy Assistant at Nassau Community College and seeking patient transporter opportunities to apply dependable patient centered care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapy Aide
Tsi Schwarz Institute
Massapequa, New York
02.2025 - Current
- As an aide at the TSI Schwartz Institute, my role focuses on assisting with daily operations and providing support to staff and patients. This position demands strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Engaging with patients requires full focus and attention, as a lack of awareness could result in injury, such as improper use of electrical stimulation therapy or heat pack applications. Another important aspect of this role is maintaining constant awareness of the clinical environment. Responsibilities include escorting patients from the queue, monitoring machines for completion or alerts, removing patients promptly, and preparing additional patients for electrical stimulation or therapeutic exercises. As a colleague, effective communication is essential to ensure smooth operations and high quality service delivery, as poor coordination can lead to patient backups in the lobby and increased frustration.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient mobility and exercise routines.
- Prepared treatment rooms by setting up necessary tools and supplies.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
Referee
Farmingdale PAL
Farmingdale, New York
09.2024 - Current
- The referee role at Farmingdale PAL involves overseeing games and ensuring adherence to rules and fair play. This position requires quick decision-making and clear communication with players and coaches. Maintaining a positive and respectful atmosphere is crucial to the success of the events.
- Enforced game rules to ensure fair play and sportsmanship among participants.
- Communicated effectively with coaches, players, and parents to resolve conflicts promptly.
- Observed player performance to provide constructive feedback for skill improvement.
Trucking Assistant
Naki's Trucking Inc.
06.2024 - 08.2024
- While working at Naki's Trucking, responsibilities included transporting freight safely and on schedule. Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining vehicle readiness were key components. Effective route planning was essential to meet delivery deadlines and optimize travel time.
Education
Associate of Science - Allied Health
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY03.2026
Skills
- Organizational Skills - Expert
- Time Management - Expert
- Effective Communication - Expert
- Client Support - Expert
- Safety Compliance - Expert
- Independence and Improvisation - Expert
- Maintaining and cleaning equipment
- Maintaining inventory
- Home exercise programs
- Maintaining filing systems
- Safety procedures
- Physical therapy support
- Wheelchair assessment
- Electrotherapy modalities
- Sanitation
- Filing paperwork
- Patient care
- Medical terminology
- Patient service
- Customer service
- Strength training
Timeline
Physical Therapy Aide
Tsi Schwarz Institute
02.2025 - Current
Referee
Farmingdale PAL
09.2024 - Current
Trucking Assistant
Naki's Trucking Inc.
06.2024 - 08.2024
Associate of Science - Allied Health
Nassau Community College