Kelli Salyer
Lebanon,VA
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 13 years.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Functional Pathways LLC - SNF And Outpatient
03.2023 - Current
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programmes for improved at-home support.
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Appalachain Agency Of Senior Citizens- PACE
05.2016 - 03.2023
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programmes for improved at-home support.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
- Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Heartland Rehabilitation Services
07.2010 - 05.2016
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.2006
Associate of Science -
Southwest Community College
Cedar Bluff, VA06.2005
Skills
- Strengthening
- HIPAA Requirements
- Patient Education
- Orthopedics
- Therapeutic Exercises
- Patient Service
- Patient Screening
- Patient Care
- Strength Training
- Geriatric Physical Therapy
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Functional Pathways LLC - SNF And Outpatient
03.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Appalachain Agency Of Senior Citizens- PACE
05.2016 - 03.2023
Physical Therapist Assistant
Heartland Rehabilitation Services
07.2010 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science -
Old Dominion University
Associate of Science -
Southwest Community College
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