LAUREN FRYE
Henderson,Tennessee
Summary
I became interested in the field of Physical Therapy after seeing my Dad go through rehabilitation after multiple surgeries. I love helping people reach their goals while also making therapy fun! I am compassionate, hardworking, and dependable. I have experience in skilled nursing, outpatient, pediatrics, home health, and management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant/Director of Rehab
Rehab America
Jackson, TN
05.2015 - Current
- Conferred with physical therapy staff to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning and modifying treatment
- Verified equipment maintenance through regular inspections for functionality and cleanliness
- Assessed patient health by interviewing patients and obtaining and updating therapy histories
- Monitored and assisted patients through therapeutic exercise to increase endurance and strength
- Measured patient's range-of-joint motion and vital signs to determine effectiveness of treatments
- Documented patient care services by charting in patient and department records
- Constructed home exercise programs for outpatient and home health patients to maintain therapeutic gains
- Administered therapeutic massage and stretching to increase mobility and ease patient discomfort
- Demonstrated correct usage of equipment and exercise routines for patient rehabilitation
- Administered active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, aquatic physical therapy, and heat, light, sound, and electrical modality treatments, such as ultrasound
- Assisted patients with dressing, undressing and putting on and removing supportive devices, such as braces, splints and slings
- Trained patients in use of orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices
- Communicated with and instructed caregivers and family members on patient therapeutic activities and treatment plans.
Physical Therapist Assistant
HMC Health and Rehab Skilled Nursing Facility
Savannah, Tennessee
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Provided skilled therapy such as gait training, balance training, equipment training, strength training, wheelchair mobility training, family education
Physical Therapist Assistant
CareAll Home Health
Savannah, Tennessee
08.2012 - 11.2013
- Treated adults with multiple diagnoses in their homes
Education
Associate Of Applied Science Degree In Physical Therapy Assistant -
Jackson State Community College
Jackson, Tennessee05.2012
Skills
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Progress Reports
- Pain Management Techniques
- Passive Exercises
- Therapeutic Equipment
- Functional Improvements
- Body Mechanics
- Caregiver Training
- Safety Management
- Gait Training
- Customer Service
- Outpatient Therapy
Certification
Physical Therapist Assistant
References
- Laurie Mann, Rehab America, Former RDO, 731-967-2369
- Brynn Smith, Rehab America, OT/Director Of Rehab, (731) 694-0668
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant/Director of Rehab
Rehab America
05.2015 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
HMC Health and Rehab Skilled Nursing Facility
08.2014 - 05.2015
Physical Therapist Assistant
CareAll Home Health
08.2012 - 11.2013
Associate Of Applied Science Degree In Physical Therapy Assistant -
Jackson State Community College