Maria Scott
Louisville,KY
Summary
Experienced Physical Therapist Assistant with a strong background in gait training, mobility assistance, and therapeutic exercise. Known for supporting rehabilitation plans, monitoring patient progress, and helping patients restore function and independence.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
HTS Therapy
Louisville, Kentucky
10.2023 - Current
- Administered treatments to alleviate pain, restore function, and optimize performance.
- Executed rehabilitation plans under guidance of physical therapist to enhance patient recovery.
- Assisted patients with therapeutic exercises and mobility training.
- Tracked patient responses during treatment sessions to inform adjustments in care.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Caretenders Home Health
Louisville, Kentucky
12.2003 - 09.2019
- Supported therapy rehabilitation plans under physical therapist direction.
- Assisted patients with exercises and mobility training.
- Tracked patient responses during treatment sessions.
- Prepared treatment areas and cleaned therapy equipment.
- Taught patients home exercise instructions.
- Shared progress updates and concerns with therapy team.
- Observed patients during treatments to maintain proper form and technique.
- Built positive interactions with facilities and clients to strengthen client relations.
Physical Therapist Assistant
HealthSouth Rehabilitation
Louisville, Kentucky
10.1995 - 08.2003
- Assisted Physical Therapists in evaluating a patient's range of motion, balance, strength and coordination through various tests and measurements.
- Administered physical therapy treatments to patients under the guidance of the Physical Therapist.
- Assisted patients with therapeutic exercises and mobility training
- Monitored patient response during treatment sessions
- Educated patients on home exercise instructions
- Communicated progress and concerns with therapy team
- Documented care updates in patient charts
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
Jefferson Community And Technical College
Louisville, KY06-1994
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Bellarmine University
Louisville, KY05-1989
Skills
- Therapeutic exercise and modalities
- Range of motion assessment
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- Gait training
- Patient progress tracking
- Gait training
- Patient charting
- Mobility support
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
HTS Therapy
10.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Caretenders Home Health
12.2003 - 09.2019
Physical Therapist Assistant
HealthSouth Rehabilitation
10.1995 - 08.2003
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
Jefferson Community And Technical College
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Bellarmine University