Josemaria Castro
Glendale,Arizona
Summary
Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapy Technician
Foothills Sports Medicine Physical Therapy
Glendale, Arizona
10.2024 - Current
- Supported physical therapists in providing aquatic therapy services when needed.
- Prepared treatment areas with necessary items such as linens, weights, bands.
- Collected data from tests used to evaluate strength range of motion and functional abilities.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics techniques to help prevent injury while performing exercises.
- Applied hot packs, cold packs and electrical stimulation according to therapist instructions.
- Instructed patients on how to use assistive devices such as walkers or crutches safely.
- Provided patient education on therapeutic exercise and activities of daily living.
- Kept accurate documentation of patient's care plans, treatments, and outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with therapists about patient needs throughout the course of their care.
- Set up equipment for physical therapy treatments as instructed by the therapist.
- Observed patients during treatment to report any changes or concerns to the therapist.
- Assisted with therapeutic modalities including ultrasound therapy and electrical stimulation units.
- Helped transfer patients from beds to wheelchairs or other mobility devices safely.
- Maintained a clean, safe and organized therapy environment.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress during rehabilitation sessions.
- Utilized therapy software and technologies for patient documentation and progress tracking.
- Provided motivational support to patients throughout their therapy journey.
- Educated patients and families on home exercises and therapy continuation.
- Set up equipment and gear for physical therapy appointments according to treatment plans.
- Adapted exercises and therapies to meet the specific needs of patients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sandra Day Oconnor High School
25250 N 35th Ave Pheonix AZ05-2025
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Patient communication
- First aid and CPR
- Motivational support
- Anatomy
Affiliations
- police exploere with GPD
- helped out with the GPD teen academy
- planning to become a police officer in the city of glendale arizona.
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physical Therapy Technician
Foothills Sports Medicine Physical Therapy
10.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Sandra Day Oconnor High School
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