Kristen Shockley
Milford,DE
Summary
Healthcare professional with comprehensive experience in supporting therapeutic practices to aid patient recovery. Known for collaborative teamwork and achieving optimal results in patient care. Skilled in therapeutic exercises and rehabilitation protocols, with reliable and adaptable approach.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Post Acute Medical
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
PRN Physical Therapy Assistant
Eden Hill
06.2021 - Current
- Promotes and maintains health by providing physical therapy services under supervision of physical therapist
- Improved patient mobility by implementing individualized therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques.
- Supported a positive clinic environment by proactively addressing any issues or concerns raised by patients or colleagues.
- Encouraged optimal function in geriatric patients through targeted balance training, strength development exercises, and gait retraining strategies.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
Physical Therapy Assistant
Genesis Rehab Services
07.2015 - Current
- Provide individualized treatments including but not limited to balance coordination, gait training, therapeutic exercise, and body mechanics
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
- Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with varying needs and diagnoses.
Director of Rehabilitation
Genesis Rehab Services
02.2002 - 07.2015
- Managed departmental budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation for maximum patient benefit.
- Supervised, oriented, trained and counseled department employees to improve job performance and maintain high standards of patient care.
- Developed programs appropriate to needs of residents in facility to achieve highest feasible level of functioning.
- Maintained appropriate and adequate staffing and scheduling of residents on caseloads.
- Improved patient satisfaction rates by actively addressing concerns and implementing feedback-driven improvements.
- Increased staff retention through effective training, mentorship, and performance evaluation systems.
- Conducted regular performance reviews of staff members, offering constructive feedback and setting clear expectations for ongoing improvement.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Physical Therapy Assistant
Delaware Technical and Community College
Georgetown, DE05.1999
Skills
Post-surgical Rehabilitation
Geriatric Physical Therapy
Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Functional Mobility Training
Customer Service
Excellent Communication
Teamwork and Collaboration
Credentials and licenses
J2-0000437, Delaware, PTA license
References
- Tomika Holmes, COTA, Genesis Rehab Services, (302) 841-7741, Tomika.Holmes@genesishcc.com
- Courtney Carer, COTA, Post Acute Medical/Bayhealth, (302) 943-8198, ccarter@pamhealth.com
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Post Acute Medical
01.2022 - Current
PRN Physical Therapy Assistant
Eden Hill
06.2021 - Current
Physical Therapy Assistant
Genesis Rehab Services
07.2015 - Current
Director of Rehabilitation
Genesis Rehab Services
02.2002 - 07.2015
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Physical Therapy Assistant
Delaware Technical and Community College
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