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John Hamilton

Pearland,TX

Summary

Physical Therapist Assistant with 13 years experience. Seeking employment primarily in skilled nursing facility or short/long term rehabilitation. Desiring workplace that will provide opportunity for growth both professionally and in knowledge through interaction with patients and fellow team members. In addition to therapy experience, also has 27 years of experience working in geriatric community.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

Friendship Haven (Healthmark Group)
Friendswood , Texas
07.2022 - Current
  • Collaborate with supervising therapist on best plan of care for patient to achieve the goals set by supervising therapist.
  • Patient treatment including therapeutic exercise, manual techniques, modalities (heat, cryotherapy, ultrasound, e-stim, diathermy), neuromuscular technniques, functional mobility training (bed mobility, transfers, sit to stands), gait training, balance training, and patient education.
  • Consultation with patients and families regarding progress toward goals, plan of care set by supervising therapist being executed for advancement of patient goals, and other miscellaneous information having to do with patient care.
  • Collaboration with nursing and other departments on patient care as it relates to patient progress.
  • Consultation with doctors and NPs regarding patient treatment and care.
  • General upkeep of therapy gym.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care (Select Rehab)
Houston, Texas
06.2011 - 07.2022
  • Provided physical therapy treatments to patients as directed by the Physical Therapist.
  • Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for each patient based on their needs.
  • Educated patients and family members about proper exercise techniques, safety measures, and injury prevention strategies.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

HCC Coleman College
Houston, TX
05-2011

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of Houston
Houston, TX
05-2002

Skills

  • Proficient in NetHealth
  • Modalities (Heat, Cryotherapy, E-Stim, Ultrasound, Diathermy)
  • Interpersonal Communication (patients, families, providers, other personnel)
  • General patient care

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

Friendship Haven (Healthmark Group)
07.2022 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care (Select Rehab)
06.2011 - 07.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

HCC Coleman College

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of Houston
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