Hi, I’m
Maria Siriban
West Covina,CA
Summary
Dedicated and passionate physical therapist assistant, coach, and daughter with a proven ability to cultivate positive relationships with patients, caregivers, loved ones, clients, fellow coaches, and healthcare professionals. Possesses extensive experience in rehabilitation, preventative education and care, outpatient and bedside manners, as well as time and caseload management. Actively seeks growth opportunities in the healthcare field and various aspects of life. Demonstrates a strong career history as a physical therapist assistant for over 3 years, with over 10 years of experience in the healthcare industry.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Work History
SoCal Post Acute Care
Skilled Nursing Facility, PT Assistant
03.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Administer treatment programs, at a skilled nursing facility, for patients according to the supervising physical therapist's evaluation and plan of care.
- Address both physical and emotional needs of patients during their recovery process, offering holistic support.
- Educate patients and/or families on therapeutic exercises, proper utilization of assistive devices, safe and efficient transfer and bed mobility techniques, and home programs to ensure progress and for continued success post treatment.
- Facilitate group or concurrent therapy sessions to enhance social skills development and boost patient confidence levels.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient treatments, ensuring consistency of care across therapy sessions.
- Play an active role in optimal patient care and discharge planning alongside the primary physical therapist and other interdisciplinary processes to ensure a smooth transition from clinical settings to home environments.
Rehab Care Unlimited
Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant
06.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with varying ages, backgrounds, needs, and diagnoses.
- Reduced risk of injury recurrence in athletes through education, and sport, work, and at-home specific rehabilitative interventions.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing individualized therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques, under direct physical therapist's supervision.
- Conducted aquatic based interventions, targeting specific diagnosis such as, total hip/knee replacement patients, CVA patients, and patients with rheumatic conditions.
- Documented patient treatment sessions and progress in a timely manner and communicated to physical therapists and other clinicians, accordingly.
- Contributed to increased patient adherence to home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, support materials, and regular followup.
Big Bang Athletics
Coach
06.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted comprehensive fitness assessments to establish baseline fitness levels and monitor progress.
- Ensured safety of all participants by strictly adhering to CrossFit guidelines and protocols during workouts.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by consistently providing motivational support and encouragement throughout their fitness journey.
- Modified exercises to meet specific participant limitations and needs.
- Enhanced athlete performance through ongoing assessment, feedback, and personalized coaching adjustments.
- Managed gym operations efficiently including, maintaining equipment, and monitoring facility cleanliness.
A-List Therapy Group
Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant
11.2021 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Facilitated in-home therapeutic services for patients discharged from hospitals or other healthcare facilities back home, under direct physical therapist supervision, ensuring continuity of support services post discharge.
- Assisted Physical Therapists with treatment plans through education, manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and communication with patients, loved ones,care givers, and other clinicians.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient treatments, progress, and responses to therapies for accurate record-keeping and improved continuity of care.
- Contributed to increased patient adherence to home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, support materials, and regular followup.
California Children's Services, CCS
Student Physical Therapy Assistant, Pediatrics
02.2021 - 04.2021
Job overview
- Assisted in developing and performing treatment plans for infants, children, and adolescents with special needs in accordance with short-term and long-term goals determined by the primary physical therapist.
- Educated caregivers and/or guardians regarding patient diagnoses, proper use of assistive/adaptive devices, and home exercise programs to enhance patient functional tasks.
- Observed DME (Durable Medical Equipment) services that include testing new equipment for a child, and fitting, fixing, and modifying existing DMEs to increase patient comfort and overall function.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork (COTAs and OTs) and collaboration.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
Emanate Health, Queen of the Valley Hospital
Student Physical Therapy Assistant, Outpatient, Inpatient, Neuro-Rehab
11.2020 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Assisted with patient interventions at outpatient, inpatient, acute rehab, and neuro-rehab units with a certified instructor, under direct PT supervision.
- Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
- Performed therapeutic services such as manual therapy to enhance patients' range of motion, decrease pain, and maintain/enhance overall daily function under therapist supervision.
- Communicated with the primary physical therapists and physical therapy assistants regarding patient progress, and/or concerns.
- Prepared for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
Huntington Memorial Hospital
Student Physical Therapy Assistant, Acute Rehab
01.2020 - 02.2020
Job overview
- Assisted patients in regaining strength, post-inpatient care, with tailored rehabilitation programs focused on functional recovery, under a CI (certified instructor) and direct PT supervision
- Assisted with development of patient rehabilitation programs, such as adapted exercises to suit varied diagnosis, ages, and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Educated patients and caregivers/family members, on injury prevention, safe and efficient bed mobility and transition mechanics, and proper utilization of DMEs, to ensure patient safety and function post discharge.
- Communicated with the primary physical therapist, nurses, nursing assistants, and other staff members regarding vital patient information to ensure optimum patient care.
- Completed documentation of treatment sessions within an established time frame.
- Presented an in-service to fellow clinicians on spinal cord stimulation for spinal cord injury patients.
Courey and Beuhler Physical Therapy, Brea, CA- Physical Therapy Aide
OUTPATIENT
07.2015 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Educated and instructed patients with therapeutic exercises, recommended and directly supervised by the Physical Therapists, with clear instruction, demonstration, and consistent encouragement.
- Optimized scheduling and work flow efficiency through coordination with administrative staff members, minimizing appointment conflicts for both therapists and patients.
- Streamlined clinic operations by maintaining a clean, organized environment and performing routine inventory checks on therapy supplies and equipment.
- Performed electrical stimulation and ultrasound to improve patient movement and functions.
- Contributed to positive patient outcomes by closely monitoring progress and providing timely updates to supervising therapists.
- Collaborated with other aides and therapists to develop innovative approaches to common therapy challenges, enhancing overall effectiveness.
Education
Cerritos College
AA in PTA
05.2021
California State University Fullerton
BS of Science in Kinesiology
01.2015
Mt. San Antonio College
No degree
01.2015
Citrus College
No degree
01.2015
Skills
Patient care and bedside manners
Preventative care and patient education
Effective listening, and verbal/written communication
Group leadership and team member
Personable and friendly
Building relationships
Geriatric/Pediatric/Sports/Orthopedic Therapy
HIPAA Requirements
Certificationandliteracy
- CPR Certified
- Word Document and Excel
- APTA Member
- HEP2Go
- Practice Perfect EMR Documentation
- Dr Chrono EHR Documentation
- Pariox Documentation
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Coach
Big Bang Athletics
06.2024 - Current
Skilled Nursing Facility, PT Assistant
SoCal Post Acute Care
03.2022 - Current
Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant
A-List Therapy Group
11.2021 - 03.2023
Student Physical Therapy Assistant, Pediatrics
California Children's Services, CCS
02.2021 - 04.2021
Student Physical Therapy Assistant, Outpatient, Inpatient, Neuro-Rehab
Emanate Health, Queen of the Valley Hospital
11.2020 - 12.2020
Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant
Rehab Care Unlimited
06.2020 - Current
Student Physical Therapy Assistant, Acute Rehab
Huntington Memorial Hospital
01.2020 - 02.2020
OUTPATIENT
Courey and Beuhler Physical Therapy, Brea, CA- Physical Therapy Aide
07.2015 - 05.2017
California State University Fullerton
BS of Science in Kinesiology
Mt. San Antonio College
No degree
Citrus College
No degree
Cerritos College
AA in PTA
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