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JUSTIN NORMAN

Health Central Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Winter Garden,FL
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (FL PTA33608) and former U.S. Navy sailor with 5 years of military leadership and over 4 years of combined clinical PTA experience across inpatient, outpatient, skilled nursing, home health and pediatric settings. Proven ability to deliver therapeutic exercise, manual techniques and modality application, manage caseloads up to 10 patients, and improve clinic productivity (e.g., increased timeliness of a 10patient caseload by 5%). BLS/CPR certified, proficient with Casamba, Kinnser and EHR documentation, and experienced supervising aides and coordinating interdisciplinary care to drive measurable, patientcentered outcomes.

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

3 Months
Health Central Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | 07.2026 - Current

• Managed a daily caseload of 10+ patients in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting, providing individualized physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.

• Implemented treatment plans including therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance training, transfer training, and fall prevention interventions to improve functional mobility and independence.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes, facilitate safe discharge planning, and address barriers to rehabilitation.

• Maintained accurate, timely documentation and communicated patient progress, clinical findings, and treatment recommendations in compliance with regulatory and reimbursement requirements.

Physical Therapist Assistant

1 Year 7 Months
Oak Hill Hospital | 11.2024 - 06.2026
  • Provide direct patient care under PT supervision across inpatient and outpatient settings, assisting with assessments and treatment implementation.
  • Deliver therapeutic exercise, manual techniques, and modality application to support recovery and functional goals.
  • Document patient progress in the EHR, coordinate care with nursing and interdisciplinary teams, and participate in discharge planning.
  • Supervise PT aides and communicate safety protocols to ensure high-quality, compliant patient care.

Command Fitness Leader, United States Navy

3 Years 5 Months
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • Led physical readiness testing and the Fitness Enhancement Program, administering CPR and first-aid as needed.
  • Designed individualized exercise and body-composition interventions to improve crew health and test pass rates.
  • Coached and educated personnel on injury prevention, nutrition, and performance techniques to maintain overall unit readiness.

Navy Sailor, San Diego, CA

5 Years
06.2019 - 06.2024
  • Operated effectively in high-pressure, mission-driven environments—making rapid decisions and resolving critical issues to maintain operational continuity.
  • Provided medical support and first aid, performing basic physical assessments and assisting with injury management and patient care.
  • Trained and mentored junior sailors in professional skills, physical conditioning, and safety protocols to enhance team performance and readiness.

Home Health

5 Months
Restore Rehabilitation | 03.2018 - 08.2018
  • Provided therapy for approximately 3-4 patients daily
  • Designing exercise programs to improve patient balance and coordination.
  • Safety Awareness
  • Kinnser Documentation.
  • Duties Include:

Pediatric

2 Months
Litespeed Home Health | 03.2018 - 05.2018
  • Teaching proper body mechanics
  • Providing gait training and range of motion exercise to aid pediatric patients in becoming more functionally independent.
  • Duties Include:

2 Months
Jackson Therapy Associates | 01.2018 - 03.2018
  • Provided therapy for approximately 8 patients daily
  • Patient education
  • Patient safety
  • Home Health Visits
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis(DVT) Test
  • Implementing Home Exercise program
  • Rehab Optima Documentation

Birmingham Alabama

11 Months
Restore Therapy | 02.2017 - 01.2018
  • Working with geriatric patients in Skilled Nursing Facility(SNF) setting
  • Participating in weekly meetings with Rehab Team
  • Maintaining open communication with the Therapy Team to provide sufficient care.
  • Educating patients and caregivers on safety and energy conservation techniques
  • Casamba Documentation.
  • Duties include:

3 Months
PTA Clinical Externship II | 05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Coordinated with team members to determine the best therapeutic intervention to provide to patients. Presented in-depth in services to colleges for continuing therapeutic education.
  • Improved productivity and timeliness of 10 patient caseload by 5%.
  • South University

PTA Clinical Externship II

3 Months
Optim Orthopedics | 05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Coordinated with team members to determine the best therapeutic intervention to provide to patients. Presented in-depth in services to colleges for continuing therapeutic education. Improved productivity and timeliness of 10 patient caseload by 5%.

2 Months
PTA Clinical Externship I | 03.2016 - 05.2016
  • Provided elderly patients with rehabilitation techniques and education to prevent injury and avoid re-injury. Educated patients on exercise to maintain proper body posture and function.
  • Coordinated with team members on scheduling, patient charts, and documentation.
  • Assisted in creation of company commercial and magazine cover to promote facility and services within the elderly community.
  • South University, Riverview Health and Rehab

PTA Clinical Externship I

2 Months
Riverview Health and Rehab | 03.2016 - 05.2016
  • Provided elderly patients with rehabilitation techniques and education to prevent injury and avoid re-injury. Educated patients on exercise to maintain proper body posture and function. Coordinated with team members on scheduling, patient charts, and documentation. Assisted in creation of company commercial and magazine cover to promote facility and services within the elderly community.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assisting

South University | Savannah, GA | 09-2016
Completed comprehensive coursework in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, therapeutic modalities, and patient care techniques. Completed clinical rotations across inpatient, outpatient, skilled nursing and pediatric settings—performing patient assessments, developing and implementing treatment plans, documenting progress in EHRs, and contributing to improved clinic timeliness during externship.

High School Diploma

Stephenson High School | Lithonia | 05-2013
DECA President — led marketing initiatives, coached teams for public speaking competitions, developed persuasive sales and promotional strategies, and coordinated events to increase participation.

Skills

Patient Evaluation and Assessment
Team Collaboration and Leadership
Therapeutic Exercise and Modalities
Adaptability and Problem-Solving
Manual Therapy Techniques
Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Patient Education and Communication

Certification

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), FL, License # PTA33608, Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, Present

Personal Information

Title: PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

Health Central Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
07.2026 - CurrentRead More

Physical Therapist Assistant

Oak Hill Hospital
11.2024 - 06.2026Read More

Command Fitness Leader, United States Navy

01.2021 - 06.2024Read More

Navy Sailor, San Diego, CA

06.2019 - 06.2024Read More

Home Health

Restore Rehabilitation
03.2018 - 08.2018Read More

Pediatric

Litespeed Home Health
03.2018 - 05.2018Read More

Jackson Therapy Associates
01.2018 - 03.2018Read More

Birmingham Alabama

Restore Therapy
02.2017 - 01.2018Read More

PTA Clinical Externship II
05.2016 - 08.2016Read More

PTA Clinical Externship II

Optim Orthopedics
05.2016 - 08.2016Read More

PTA Clinical Externship I
03.2016 - 05.2016Read More

PTA Clinical Externship I

Riverview Health and Rehab
03.2016 - 05.2016Read More

Stephenson High School

High School Diploma
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South University

Associate of Applied Science from Physical Therapy Assisting
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JUSTIN NORMAN