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Laurette Haws

Arlington,TX

Summary

Dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant with extensive experience at Enhabit, specializing in post-surgical rehabilitation and geriatric care. Proven ability to enhance patient mobility through tailored therapeutic exercises and effective communication, fostering a supportive environment that promotes recovery. Committed to delivering personalized care and improving patient outcomes through innovative treatment strategies.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

Enhabit
05.2010 - Current
  • Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
  • Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
  • Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
  • Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Cleburne Outpatient Physical Therapy
09.2008 - 04.2010
  • Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
  • Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
  • Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
  • Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
  • Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.

Physical Therapist Assistant

CareNow Urgent Care and Physical Therapy
10.2003 - 08.2008
  • Contributed to positive and healing environment, offering emotional support to patients during challenging treatments.
  • Improved patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication about treatment plans.
  • Conducted patient assessments to develop appropriate therapy plans, ensuring personalized care.

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant

TCC
Fort Worth, TX
05-1990

Skills

  • Post-surgical rehabilitation
  • Geriatric physical therapy
  • Orthopedic rehabilitation
  • Functional mobility training
  • Gait training
  • Therapeutic exercises
  • Orthopedics
  • Balance assessment
  • Patient service
  • Neuromuscular Re-education
  • Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation
  • Prosthetic training
  • Wheelchair mobility training
  • Aquatic therapy
  • Pediatric physical therapy
  • Gait analysis
  • Functional improvement

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

Enhabit
05.2010 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Cleburne Outpatient Physical Therapy
09.2008 - 04.2010

Physical Therapist Assistant

CareNow Urgent Care and Physical Therapy
10.2003 - 08.2008

Physical Therapist Assistant

TCC

Section name

Clinician of the Year 2023


Speaks Spanish conversationally

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