Megan Hamilton
Ridgeley
Summary
Fully qualified physical therapist assistant with 13 years experience dedicated to patients and supportive of team needs. Steps in quickly to assist patients and staff with diverse demands.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
UPMC Western Md Home Care
Cumberland
12.2012 - Current
- I work in the home and assist patients by following the plan of care of the physical therapist to improve strength, balance, gait, transfers, safety awareness, and address exiting and entering the home, a HEP is also provided and patients are encouraged every visit to participate daily.
- I am also responsible for monitoring vitals , pain, and new medications, and to notify the nurse and /or patients primary care provider of concerns.
- I am responsible to organize my weekly schedule so patients can be seen within my work day and around any appointments the patient may have.
- Treatment plans are adjusted periodically to maximize benefits.
- Collaborated with PT to assist in assessment and modifications to plan of care.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
- Worked with physical therapist and other disciplines to provide adaptive equipment for improving patient function.
- Adhered to infection-control policies and protocols to attain safe and clean working environment.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Devlin, Moran, and Julia Manor
Cumberland
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Collaborated with PT to assist in assessment and modifications to plan of care.
- Liaised with physical therapist to deliver appropriate therapy according to care plan.
- Attended client care conferences to provide information to other team members.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
- Worked with physical therapist and other disciplines to provide adaptive equipment for improving patient function.
- Observed and reported patient reaction to treatment or changes in condition, facilitating appropriate follow-up.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD08.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD05.2007
Skills
- HIPAA Requirements
- Therapeutic Equipment
- Heavy Caseloads
- Confidential Information
- Ambulatory Functional Activities
- Patient Interaction
- Oral and Written Communication
- Relationship Building
- Clinical Team Collaboration
- Patient-Focused Therapy
- Time Management
- Basic Life Support
- Post-injury Rehabilitation
- Home Health Care
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
UPMC Western Md Home Care
12.2012 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Devlin, Moran, and Julia Manor
01.2010 - 12.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Allegany College of Maryland
Associate of Applied Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Allegany College of Maryland