Lino Kalayil
7634 W Farragut Ave, Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) seeking to obtain full-time position in an adult rehabilitation setting where I can utilize effective clinical skills and provide client-centered care to optimize function, promote independence, and improve overall quality of life.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
HealthPRO Heritage
Chicago, IL
09.2022 - Current
- Provided therapeutic interventions to patients in 4 Assisted-Living buildings each week.
- Treated patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance.
- Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
- Administered simple range of motion exercises.
Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant
Astra Health
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted physical therapists in providing therapeutic treatments, including exercises and activities of daily living.
- Provided patient education on proper use of equipment and safety precautions to prevent further injury or disability.
- Observed patients during treatments to ensure safety and comfort levels were maintained.
Physical Therapist Assistant
HealthPRO Heritage
Lake Forest, IL
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Helped patient accomplish treatment plan and accept therapeutic devices by administering manual exercises.
- Collaborated with PT to assist in assessment and modifications to plan of care.
- Worked in Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Outpatient settings.
- Drove to patients' cottages to provide therapeutic interventions.
Clinical Affiliations
Illinois Bone and Joint Institute
Crystal Lake, IL
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Recognized patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
- Contributed to patient care plan development and monitoring in outpatient setting.
- Collaborated with care team to discuss patient treatment plans and progress.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
Clinical Affiliations
Elevate Care North Branch
Niles, IL
08.2021 - 10.2021
- 8 week full time clinical internship focused on providing therapeutic treatments for patients of various levels of complexity and comorbidities.
- Recognized patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
- Maintained patient records and verified patient privacy and clinical compliance to maintain patient confidentiality.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Front Desk Attendant
Daemen College
Amherst, NY
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed front desk, greeting students and visitors.
- Reviewed safety, health and sanitation processes throughout areas and enforced rules to promote security and safety.
- Welcomed patrons to front desk and engaged in friendly conversations while conducting check-in process.
- Delivered key administrative support to coworkers, taking on additional tasks during peak times.
Gas Station Attendant
Shell Gas Station
Round Lake, IL
06.2017 - 07.2020
- Processed payments via cash, credit and debit cards and counted back change to customers to avoid cash drawer errors.
- Maintained inventory control in display cases and refrigerators for customer convenience.
- Prepared daily records of food and gas sales and balanced register drawers.
- Maintained high standards of job safety, productivity and quality.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Fox College Inc
Tinley Park, IL02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Daemen College
Buffalo, NY05.2020
Skills
- Adaptable
- Active Listening
- Collaboration
- Compassion
- Documentation
- Time Management
- Bilingual
- Strategic
Community Involvement
- Volunteer at St. Mary's Knanaya Catholic Church- Morton Grove, IL (2015-2021)
- Student Mentor at Seneca Babcock Community Center (service learning)- Buffalo, NY (09/2018-11/2018)
- Co-managed KBL (Knanaya Basketball League- Mount Prospect, IL (07/2018)
Timeline
Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant
Astra Health
01.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
HealthPRO Heritage
09.2022 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
HealthPRO Heritage
06.2022 - 09.2022
Clinical Affiliations
Illinois Bone and Joint Institute
01.2022 - 02.2022
Clinical Affiliations
Elevate Care North Branch
08.2021 - 10.2021
Front Desk Attendant
Daemen College
09.2019 - 03.2020
Gas Station Attendant
Shell Gas Station
06.2017 - 07.2020
Associate of Applied Science -
Fox College Inc
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Daemen College