Kayla Ortega
Collierville,TN
Summary
- Jennifer Stevens, Professor, PTA. Southwest Tennessee Community College. 901-493-5504. jstevens@southwest.tn.edu
- Ryan Armstrong, PTA. Ryan.armstrong47@gmail.com
- Nicholas Chantara, PT. OrthoSouth. (901) 699-4505
- Andrew Wofford, PTA. Regional One Health. awofford@regionalonehealth.org
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student PTA Intern
Regional One Hospital
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Demonstrated ability to carry a full patient case load while progressing patients' plans of care and completing SOAP notes in an efficient and timely manner.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions to provide the best patient care.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Facility attended for Terminal Clinical Education 2.
Student PTA Intern
Memphis PT
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Contributed to increased productivity within the team by administering exercise interventions to patients during their treatments.
- Demonstrated competency of physical therapy interventions: exercise, manual therapy, modalities, and progressing patients' during their plan of care.
- Strengthened documentation skills, interpersonal communication skills, and time management skills.
- Managed a full patient case load with some supervision from the clinical instructor.
- Facility attended for Integrated Clinical Education 1.
Physical Therapy Technician
Orthosouth
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Educated patients on proper exercise techniques and home care routines, promoting long-term health and injury prevention.
- Built rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication throughout their rehabilitation journey.
- Contributed to a positive clinic atmosphere by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, ensuring efficient workflows for staff members.
Physical Therapy Technician
Results Physiotherapy
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Educated patients on proper exercise techniques and home care routines, promoting long-term health and injury prevention.
- Built rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication throughout their rehabilitation journey.
- Prepared patients to meet with physical therapists.
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatment sessions by providing clear explanations of each procedure and maintaining a supportive environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TN08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Exercise, Sport, And Movement Sciences
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN08.2021
Skills
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- Electrotherapy Techniques
- Balance training
- Orthopedic care
- Patient Education and care
- Strength training
Affiliations
- Member of the APTA
- Memphis Runners Track Club
Timeline
Student PTA Intern
Regional One Hospital
03.2024 - 04.2024
Student PTA Intern
Memphis PT
11.2023 - 12.2023
Physical Therapy Technician
Orthosouth
09.2022 - 04.2023
Physical Therapy Technician
Results Physiotherapy
08.2021 - 11.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Bachelor of Science - Exercise, Sport, And Movement Sciences
University of Memphis
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