Katherine Saenz
Goddard,KS
Summary
I have been a dedicated clinician focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. I have a successful career history comprising more than 15 years.
I am personable and friendly individual known for great work ethic and attention to detail. Hardworking and driven to work quickly and effectively in all types of environments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
I am currently looking to pursue new roles where I can develop and grow with my professional skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Via Christi St. Teresa Hospital
Wichita, KS
07.2012 - Current
- In my current job as a physical therapist assistant treat adults and geriatric patients in an in-patient setting, acute care and occasionally out patient setting
- I care for patients with different diagnosis ranging from neurological disorders, stroke, orthopedic injuries/surgeries, balance disorders to deconditioning and overall weakness
- Knowledge and practice of different intervention techniques including but not limited to: Functional training, therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, balance and gait training, postural training and body mechanics, use of neuro muscular stimulation technology and other modalities, patient and family education
- Implemented treatment plan and collaborated with PT regarding updating patient goals and treatment
- Assessed for and ordered necessary adaptive equipment
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Worked with orthotist when splinting/orthoses were prescribed by PT
- Meet with Interdisciplinary team members, and case managers to update patient's goals, and discharge plans.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care
Comprehensive physical therapy
Tulsa, OK
06.2011 - 02.2012
Physical Therapy Assistant
Four States Rehab, Inc
Broken Arrow, OK
01.2006 - 04.2011
- In my previous job I provided home health for children and adults with varying physical and mental disabilities through the MEDICAID, DDS program and private insurance
- Knowledge of and practice with children & adolescents diagnosed with PDD/Autism
- Coordinated own schedule with patient, family, staff and other disciplines
- In serviced family, and/or HTS staff on PT programs.
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
- Answered questions from patients via email, phone and in person.
- Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
University of Phoenix Tulsa
OK2010
Associates Degree - Applied Sciences, Physical Therapist assistant
Northeastern Oklahoma A & M College
OK2006
Associates Degree - Sciences
Coffeyville Community College
KS2005
Skills
- Bilingual (English-Spanish) Oral and Written Communication
- Patient rapport Building
- Clinical Team Collaboration
- Decision Making
- Problem Solving
- Clinical Personnel Support
- Team Building
- Patient Inquiry and Response
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
- Needs Assessment/Progress Reporting
- Time Management
- Data Confidentiality
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Via Christi St. Teresa Hospital
07.2012 - Current
Comprehensive physical therapy
06.2011 - 02.2012
Physical Therapy Assistant
Four States Rehab, Inc
01.2006 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
University of Phoenix Tulsa
Associates Degree - Applied Sciences, Physical Therapist assistant
Northeastern Oklahoma A & M College
Associates Degree - Sciences
Coffeyville Community College