Juianita Pizano
Pomona,CA
Summary
Compassionate Physical Therapist Aide accustomed to assisting over 7 years patients per day with pre-and-post examination protocols. Proficient in organizing, sterilizing and sanitizing therapy equipment and assisting patients in scheduled treatments. Committed to fully supporting patients for duration of treatments, tests and evaluations. Successful Physical Therapy Aide offering 7 years of expertise in assisting with the daily needs of a fast-paced physical therapy office. Talented in maintaining and cleaning equipment while consistently reporting equipment damage or patient concerns to supervisors. Expert in managing the front office and providing clerical assistance by greeting patients and scheduling appointments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapy Aide
Country Villa Rehabilitation Center
Los Angeles, CA
05.1994 - 10.2000
- Conducted exercises with patients as prescribed by the physical therapist in order to improve strength and flexibility.
- Monitored patients during exercise sessions to ensure proper technique is being used and to provide additional instruction when necessary.
- Prepared treatment rooms prior to patient arrivals by cleaning surfaces, stocking supplies and ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
- Helped maintain a safe environment for both staff members and patients by following infection control policies.
- Transported patients from one area of the facility to another using wheelchairs or other assistive devices when necessary.
- Maintained office and therapy equipment by cleaning and making minor repairs.
- Documented patient physical therapy treatments and made observations on improvement.
- Instructed patients in safe and effective use of weights, pulleys, inclined surfaces and various equipment for given treatments to reduce injury.
- Administered and guided patients through simple range of motion exercises to facilitate flexibility and improved circulation.
- Positioned and secured patients onto therapy equipment to facilitate smooth and safe treatments.
- Educated patients on safe and effective use of therapy equipment, such as pulleys, weights and inclined surfaces.
- Assisted in application of traction devices.
- Trained patients on how to safely and effectively use pulleys, weights and inclined surfaces.
Education
Associate of Arts - Physical Therapy
Cypress College
Cypress, CA06.1990
Skills
- Physical Strength
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Body Mechanics
- Strong Manual Dexterity
- Physical Power
- Understands Spa Services
- Sports Massage
- Massage Therapy
Affiliations
I enjoy drawing, sculpting clay, swimming and singing.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Physical Therapy Aide
Country Villa Rehabilitation Center
05.1994 - 10.2000
Associate of Arts - Physical Therapy
Cypress College
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