Lydia Harrington
Physical Therapist Assistant
Denver,CO
Summary
Outgoing PTA with 4+ years experience treating a wide range of patients from adolescents with orthopedic injuries to elderly patients with neurological conditions. Seeking a position in the home health setting, to utilize skills to improve patient independence and function.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
MVP Physical Therapy (bought By Select PT 09/2021)
Commerce City, CO
08.2017 - Current
- Assessed treatment plans established by supervising PT and made adjustments for maximum benefits with frequent communication between the supervising PT.
- Administered manual therapy and exercise activities to reduce pain and promote improved function.
- Timely documentation of each patient case visit with updates in WebPT and Casamba Clinic applications.
- Assisted 5 Physical Therapists to initiate different patient care plans in outpatient setting.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Occasionally answered phone calls, scheduled patients for follow ups, and routine office/equipment cleaning and maintenace.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assisting
Pima Medical Institute
Denver, CO 11.2015 - 06.2017
Skills
Orthopedics
Patient interviews
Therapeutic exercises
Patient service
Joint protection
Strengthening
Organization and Time Management
PPE Compliance
Teamwork and Collaboration
Flexible and Adaptable
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Additional Information
Continuing education: kinesiology taping, IASTM, pain neuroscience education, and currently taking online classes (through Summit Education) to gain knowledge in the home health setting.
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
MVP Physical Therapy (bought By Select PT 09/2021)
08.2017 - Current
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assisting
Pima Medical Institute
11.2015 - 06.2017