MARIA E. VASQUEZ
Corpus Christi,Texas
Summary
Accomplished Physical Therapist Assistant skilled in therapeutic exercises and patient education within geriatric settings. Proven ability to monitor progress, propose improvements, and collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality rehabilitation services. Committed to enhancing patient independence and quality of life.
Overview
2
2
Languages
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
PTA/ ADOR
Alameda Oaks Nursing Center
Corpus Christi, Texas
04.2026 - Current
- Assisted patients with therapeutic exercises and mobility training.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapists.
- Prepared treatment areas and maintained equipment for therapy sessions.
- Coordinated communication and project activities among team members to enhance collaboration with the Director of Rehab and completed tasks as the Assistant Director of Rehab.
DOR
Alameda Oaks Nursing Center
Corpus Christi, Texas
07.2025 - Current
- Proposed innovative solutions that increased team collaboration and performance.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve objectives and resolve product-related issues.
- Identified customer needs to improve service delivery quality.
- Executed daily responsibilities to support team operations.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Life Care Centers of America/ Alameda Oaks Nursing and Rehab
Corpus Christi, Texas
08.2009 - Current
- Administered physical therapy treatments to patients in accordance with guidance from the Physical Therapist.
- Educated patients and caregivers on techniques for bed mobility, sit-to-stands, and transfer training to enhance patient independence and safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians and nurses, to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
Physical Therapy Tech
New stride Physical Therapy
Corpus Christi, Texas
06.2006 - 07.2007
- Secured patients onto therapy equipment and changed linens to maintain hygiene and comfort. Transported patients to and from treatment areas, ensuring safety and support during mobility. Organized treatment supplies in designated areas for efficient access during patient care. to keep them in order. Cleaned, organized work area, and disinfected equipment post-treatment to uphold a safe environment.
- Assisted physical therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of therapy equipment and treatment areas.
- Educated patients on exercises and proper use of therapeutic tools.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, Texas05-2009
Skills
- Therapeutic exercise
- Mobility training
- Patient care
- Therapeutic exercises
- Post-surgical rehab
- Range of motion exercises
- Endurance training
- Muscle re-education
- Neuromuscular reeducation
- Gait analysis
- Tissue mobilization
- Balance assessment
- Prosthetic training
- Wheelchair mobility training
- Adaptive training
- Healthcare documentation
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Problem solving
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to detail
- Time Management
- Therapeutic coaching
- Needs assessment
- Functional improvement
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Rehabilitation services
- HIPAA requirements
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Rehabilitation services
SKILLS
Bilingual: English/ Spanish Speaking
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
PTA/ ADOR
Alameda Oaks Nursing Center
04.2026 - Current
DOR
Alameda Oaks Nursing Center
07.2025 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Life Care Centers of America/ Alameda Oaks Nursing and Rehab
08.2009 - Current
Physical Therapy Tech
New stride Physical Therapy
06.2006 - 07.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Del Mar College