Juliana Casqueira
Newark,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management for the adult and geriatric population. Successful career history comprising more than 15 years. Personable and friendly individual known for great work ethic.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Powerback Rehab
02.2015 - Current
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Supported optimal patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Total Care Physical Therapy
07.2009 - 02.2015
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
- Contributed to overall clinic efficiency by assisting with equipment setup, inventory management, and patient scheduling as needed.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Essex County College
Newark, NJ06.2009
Skills
- Treatment implementation
- Proficient in NetHealth
- Geriatric Physical Therapy
- Reliability
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Powerback Rehab
02.2015 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Total Care Physical Therapy
07.2009 - 02.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Essex County College
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