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Kelli Allen

Monroe,VA

Summary

Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant with expertise in therapeutic exercises, functional mobility training, and patient education. Committed to enhancing patient independence and recovery through personalized therapy plans and strong patient relationships.

Overview

8
8

Years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Vital Mobility
Monroe, VA
03.2026 - Current
  • Assist in implementing individualized therapy plans for diverse patient needs.
  • Monitor patient progress and provide feedback to physical therapists for treatment adjustments.
  • Educate patients on exerciseprovidetechniques to promote recovery and mobility improvement.
  • Collaborate with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care and support.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of patient treatments and outcomes per regulatory standards.
  • Engage in continuous learning to stay updated on best practices in physical therapy techniques.
  • Follow all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Increase functional independence for patients by utilizing adaptive equipment and teaching proper usage techniques.
  • Tailor home exercise programs specifically for each patient''s needs, promoting adherence to ongoing self-care routines outside therapy sessions.
  • Document patient progress accurately, ensuring clear communication between all members of the rehabilitation team.
  • Foster strong relationships with patients, providing emotional support during challenging moments throughout the rehabilitation process.
  • Collaborate with physical therapists to develop individualized treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Improve patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
  • Adapt exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
  • Maintain care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
  • Monitor patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
  • Document each patient case with updates in computer system.
  • Utilize gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
  • Develope and facilitate patient specific stretching and strengthening programs.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Temple Christian School
Madison Heights, VA
09.2021 - 09.2023

Implemented lesson plans and adjusted them as necessary Instructed/Supervised/Assisted students to accomplish learning objectives

Promoted positive atmosphere for learning while managing classroom

Communicated with teacher as of students' progress Recorded attendance, assigned/collected homework, filed reports

Teaching English as a Second Language Instructor

Southern Baptist Convention
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
09.1999 - 05.2021

Facilitated learning English as a second language in to middle school through college-aged students

Assisted in developing/supervising English camps that were carried out with short-term mission teams

Established relationships with nationals and worked on a team nationals to accomplish our goals

Attended 6 weeks of language school to learn basic Amharic and Ethiopian culture

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Health Providers, Inc
Fort Lauderdale, FL
09.1994 - 05.1999

Worked under the supervision of a physical therapist in various settings throughout the country

Remained flexible and versatile to provide each facility's needs for their PT Department

Implemented components of care and interventions in a competent manner Instructed patients in appropriate exercises

Recommended options, courses of action, or modifications in selected treatments to ensure patient progress, safety, and comfort

Collaborated with health care teams to modify care as necessary for patients to reach goals

Documented patient progress and maintained confidentiality of patient records

Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure coordinated care and positive outcomes

Observed and recorded patients' tolerance to treatment protocols

Education

Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Roanne State Community College
Oak Ridge, TN

Skills

  • Therapeutic exercises
  • Functional mobility training
  • Strengthening
  • Geriatric therapy
  • Patient service
  • Balance training
  • Therapeutic exercise
  • Patient education

Timeline

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Vital Mobility
03.2026 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Temple Christian School
09.2021 - 09.2023

Teaching English as a Second Language Instructor

Southern Baptist Convention
09.1999 - 05.2021

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Health Providers, Inc
09.1994 - 05.1999

Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Roanne State Community College
Kelli Allen