Jordan Chambers
Oneida,TN
Summary
Physical Therapist Assistant with nearly five years of experience within SNF settings, specializing in post-surgical rehabilitation and geriatric care. Proven ability to enhance patient mobility through tailored therapeutic exercises and effective patient education. Skilled in balance assessment and safety management, fostering improved outcomes and compliance among diverse patient populations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Signature Healthcare
Pine Knot, KY
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with physical therapist in SNF setting to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
Physical Therapist Assistant
HealthPro Heritage
Corbin, KY
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with physical therapists in three SNF settings under HealthPro Heritage to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
South College
Knoxville, TN03-2020
Skills
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Functional mobility training
- Gait training
- Therapeutic exercises
- Patient education
- Balance assessment
- Neuromuscular Re-education
- Wheelchair mobility training
- Safety management
- Caregiver training
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Signature Healthcare
09.2021 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
HealthPro Heritage
07.2020 - 08.2021
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
South College