Leanna Hunter
Newburg,IN
Summary
Dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant with extensive experience at Trilogy Health Services, specializing in post-surgical rehabilitation and geriatric care. Proven ability to enhance patient mobility through tailored therapeutic programs and effective teamwork. Skilled in ultrasound therapy and adaptive equipment training, fostering independence and recovery in diverse patient populations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Trilogy Health Services
11.2004 - Current
- Assisted therapists in implementing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient needs.
- Monitored patient progress, documenting improvements and adjusting care as necessary.
- Educated patients on therapeutic exercises to promote independence and recovery.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to coordinate patient care and streamline communication.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Provided patient education on post-therapy care, leading to decreased instances of re-injury.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
- Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
Education
Associate of Science -
University of Evansville
Evansville, INSkills
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Functional mobility training
- Strength training
- Neuromuscular Re-education
- Pain management techniques
- Adaptive equipment training
- Electrotherapy application
- Ultrasound therapy
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Medical billing
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Trilogy Health Services
11.2004 - Current
Associate of Science -
University of Evansville