Joshua Ortiz
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
With a foundation as a PTA known for exceptional patient care (recognized with several Spirit Awards), I now leverage those motivating skills and deep understanding of care plans as a Clinical Rehab Liaison. In this role, I continue to foster strong relationships and lead collaboratively.
As a dedicated Clinical Rehab Liaison with a strong foundation as a PTA, I’ve built partnerships across trauma and ED units, fostering trust and aligning physicians with Encompass’s mission. I excel at creating a seamless referral experience, ensuring physicians see us as trusted partners. My leadership fosters collaboration, driving growth and patient trust in our inpatient rehab.
I’m committed to continuing to grow, lead, and elevate patient care, always striving to be a trusted advocate for Encompass’s mission.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Rehab Liaison
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Fort Myers, FL
04.2025 - Current
- Coordinate patient care plans across multidisciplinary teams to enhance rehabilitation outcomes.
- Facilitates communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive support.
- Collaboration with Physicians and Case Managers to increase referrals and ensure continuity of care.
- Developed trust-based relationships with the Therapy team and nursing staff fostering open communication regarding goals, concerns, and expectations during the rehabilitation process.
- Currently working in the Trauma/ED unit at Gulf Coast Medical Center for Encompass Health.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Gulf Coast Medical Center
Fort Myers, USA
02.2022 - Current
- Units worked, Nuero, ICU, Orthopedics, MPCU/Med Surge
- Very flexible with a broad spectrum to get patients mobile again
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Gulf Coast Hospital
Fort Myers, USA
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Providing physical therapy services in the Outpatient Rehab
- Chart review prior to patient arrival
- Providing therapeutic interventions aimed at improving patient’s safety and functional mobility
- Provided with documentation and billing the proper units using EPIC
- Experience with proper ADL’s, Therapeutic modalities, patient safety, Neuromuscular Re Education, Gait training, and Therapeutic exercise/interventions
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Fort Myers, USA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- 7-week clinical rotation as a Student Physical Therapist Assistant from June 2021- August 2021
- Providing physical therapy services in the Outpatient Rehab
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
HODGES UNIVERSITY
FORT MYERS, FL12.2021
High School Diploma -
South Fort myers, HS
05.2018
Skills
- Heavy caseloads
- Treatment implementation
- Knowledge of physical therapy protocols
- Gait analysis
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Discharge Planning
- Patient advocacy
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
Accomplishments
- Several Spirit Awards from family and patients regarding skill and provision.
Certification
- License Number PTA31791
Certificationsmemberships
- APTA, Active member since 2020
- FPTA, Active member since 2020
- HIPAA training, Certified
- HIV/AIDS training, Certified
- Red Cross CPR, Certified
- Continued Education Hours FPTA, Completed
Leadership Experience
Class President, 2021, Hodges University
Timeline
Clinical Rehab Liaison
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2025 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Gulf Coast Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Gulf Coast Hospital
10.2021 - 12.2021
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
06.2021 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
South Fort myers, HS
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
HODGES UNIVERSITY