Lydia madison
Warren Rehab
Cliton,SC
2
years of professional experience
Physical therapy technician with hands-on experience in patient communication, treatment preparation, and appointment scheduling. Skilled in hot and cold therapy, rehab support, and maintaining safe, organized clinic spaces.
Work History
Physical Therapy Technician
1 Year 10 Months- Assisted therapists with patient transfers, positioning, and exercise setup.
- Guided patients through prescribed routines under therapist supervision.
- Prepared treatment areas and sanitized equipment between patient sessions.
- Monitored equipment availability and restocked clinical supplies promptly.
- Maintained orderly rehab spaces to support efficient daily workflow.
- Supported therapy sessions by setting up modalities and exercise equipment.
- Communicated patient needs and schedule updates to clinical staff.
- Educated patients on proper exercise techniques and home care routines, promoting long-term health and injury prevention.
- Built rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication throughout their rehabilitation journey.
- Prepared patients to meet with physical therapists.
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatment sessions by providing clear explanations of each procedure and maintaining a supportive environment.
- Assisted in the rehabilitation of patients, utilizing various therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge and expertise, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among the staff.
- Monitored patient safety during treatments by diligently observing their movements and adjusting equipment settings accordingly.
- Assisted with reception duties like scheduling patients and completing follow up calls.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient's specific needs and goals.
- Provided exceptional customer service when interacting with both patients and their families, addressing concerns promptly while demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, enabling timely adjustments to treatment plans for optimal results.
- Issued individualized home exercise programs to patients and verified comprehension of instructions before discharge.
- Monitored patient's safety and response to exercise intensity to discuss with therapist or assistant.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently implementing prescribed physical therapy treatments and exercises.
- Executed interventions of modalities or exercise as directed by therapist or assistant.
- Optimized patient education by creating informative brochures and visuals on common conditions and exercises.
- Increased clinic efficiency, preparing treatment areas and equipment before sessions and cleaning up afterwards.
- Facilitated patient understanding of treatment plans, improving compliance and outcomes with clear explanations and demonstrations.
- Assisted physical therapists in developing treatment plans, tailoring interventions to individual patient needs.
- Improved patient experience with compassionate care and consistent communication, leading to high satisfaction feedback.
- Enhanced therapeutic effectiveness with application of modalities such as heat, ice, and electrical stimulation under therapist guidance.
- Streamlined inventory management process, ensuring availability of necessary supplies and equipment for therapy sessions.
- Contributed to positive and welcoming clinic atmosphere, greeting patients warmly and providing assistance as needed.
- Enabled more dynamic therapy approach, researching and suggesting new therapy techniques and tools to physical therapy team.
- Fostered supportive community environment, leading group therapy sessions that encouraged patient interaction and support.
- Improved clinic revenue, effectively managing billing and insurance documentation with minimal errors.
- Contributed to positive treatment outcomes by accurately documenting patient progress and feedback for therapist review.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Treatment preparation
Thermal therapy
Traction therapy
Patient rehabilitation
Modalities application
Exercise rehabilitation
Cleaning and sanitation
Clinical hygiene practices
Patient communication
Timeline
Physical Therapy Technician
Warren Rehab
12.2024 - 10.2026Read More
Midlands Technical College
High School Diploma
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