MARIA L PINE
New Bedford,MA
Summary
Reliable and professional Physical Therapist Assistant offering 32 years of experience working in home care setting for the last 31 years, also experienced in outpatient PT setting as well as Skilled Nursing Facility and Rehab. Dedicated to my patients and to the supportive team. Highly motivated and creative. Accepting new challenges. Strong work ethic and adaptive to changes, working effectively and continuing to master new skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapy Assistant
COMMUNITY NURSE AND HOME CARE
Fairhaven, MA
08.1993 - Current
- Successful and privileged to be a PTA for the last 32 years, with vast experience in Home Care as well as outpatient and in Skilled Nursing Rehab Facilities.
- Part of a caring and compassionate group of professionals, working toward achieving the best outcomes for our patients. Effective positive communication with all team members, patients, and families. Following care plans, adapting treatments to each patient's needs. Monitor and report changes to the care team and MD. Timeliness on a day-to-day basis. Helping patients achieve their highest potential.
- Community educator with focus on Wellness Programs, Blood pressure clinics, Balance and Safety Education and Fall prevention
Education
Associate of Applied Science - PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
Newbury College
Brookline, MA05-1993
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA05-1984
Skills
- Proficient in HealthWyse Software equipment
- Fluent in Portuguese
- Patient care, following POC, implementation of treatment and adjusting according to patient's needs, patient education with emphasis on safety and fall prevention, pain management, HEP, body mechanics, gait training, transfer training, functional mobility with goal to achieve patient's highest potential
- Documentation,communication with care team, timeliness
- Maintain confidentiality
- Community Educator-Wellness Programs, Blood Pressure clinics, Balance, Safety and Fall Prevention
Languages
Portuguese
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Accomplishments
- HOME CARE ALLIANCE OF MA Clinician of the year, 2023
Timeline
Physical Therapy Assistant
COMMUNITY NURSE AND HOME CARE
08.1993 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
Newbury College
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Bristol Community College