John-Paul Ramirez
Converse,TX
Summary
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with proven expertise in patient care and dementia/geriatric physical therapy, honed at Mystic Park Nursing and Rehabilitation and took part in gaining the Ensign Flag. Excelled in team collaboration and patient education with safety training, significantly improving patient mobility. Skilled in therapeutic exercises and safety management ensures high-quality, personalized rehabilitation outcomes. Experience as a clinical instructor with educating and contributing to key skills for student physical therapist assistants.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Mystic Park Nursing and Rehabilitation
2023.05 - Current
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
Physical Therapist Assistant PRN
Ensign/United Rehab/Your Therapy Source
2022.11 - 2023.05
- Scheduled home health appointments throughout San Antonio, Cibolo, Schertz area twice a week per patient.
- PRN at SNF facilities including Mystic Park, Patriot Heights, and Legend Oaks South seeing 4-10 patients a day.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Implemented safety education with patients to ensure patient care in home environment.
Physical Therapist Technician
Texas United Rehab
2018.09 - 2021.05
- Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
- Assisted in training new staff members on clinic procedures, sharing knowledge acquired through experience as a Physical Therapist Technician.
- Ensured timely completion of tasks by managing multiple responsibilities, including equipment setup and clean-up after therapy sessions.
- Promoted patient safety by monitoring equipment usage and ensuring proper technique during rehabilitation exercises.
Point of Contact/team Lead
Continental Automotive Systems Corporation
2014.08 - 2018.09
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
Concorde Career College
San Antonio, TX09.2022
Associate of Science -
Alamo Colleges
San Antonio, TX2020
Skills
- Clinical Instructor
- Joint mobilization
- Post-surgical Rehabilitation
- Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Safety Management
- Pain Management Techniques
- Therapeutic exercises
- Gait training
- Adaptive Equipment Training
- Geriatric Physical Therapy
- Team Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Helped Mystic Park Rehab achieve Ensign flag - 2023
- Clinical instructor for SPTA developing clinical experience - 2023
Affiliations
- Blood Donor
- Assisted with food drive
Certification
- CPR and First Aid certified 2022
- Physical Therapist Assistant License #2173168 - 2022
Additional Information
Jasmine Bala
- DOR, OT, Mystic Park, San Antonio, TX
- 917-912-8609
Rudy Cardenas
- OT
- 956-494-8416
Randy, Dayao
- PT
- 210-792-0352
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Mystic Park Nursing and Rehabilitation
2023.05 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant PRN
Ensign/United Rehab/Your Therapy Source
2022.11 - 2023.05
Physical Therapist Technician
Texas United Rehab
2018.09 - 2021.05
Point of Contact/team Lead
Continental Automotive Systems Corporation
2014.08 - 2018.09
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
Concorde Career College
Associate of Science -
Alamo Colleges
- CPR and First Aid certified 2022
- Physical Therapist Assistant License #2173168 - 2022
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