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Melba Arizpe

Midland,TX

Summary

Adept Physical Therapist Assistant with a proven track record at Tripple C Healthcare Systems, enhancing patient recovery through expert application of therapeutic exercises and electrotherapy. Excelled in patient education and maintaining meticulous progress reports, showcasing strong communication skills and a commitment to excellence in patient care.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

Tripple C Healthcare Systems
Midland, TX
06.2023 - 06.2024
  • Documented pain level and injury progress in patients and communicated information to head physical therapist.
  • Monitored and documented patient progress, communicating directly with supervising PT regarding plan of care.
  • Helped transport frail or disabled patients to different treatment areas.
  • Applied modalities such as electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and hot and cold packs as directed.
  • Managed scheduling and billing tasks related to patient care.
  • Maintained therapy spaces and equipment in top condition by cleaning, sanitizing and inspecting for damages.
  • Educated patients and families on exercises and home care techniques for continued care.
  • Observed signs and symptoms to report changes in patient condition.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy

Odessa College
Odessa, TX
07-2006

Skills

  • Confidential information
  • Orthopedics
  • Strengthening
  • Treatment implementation
  • Therapeutic equipment
  • Muscle performance
  • Progress reports
  • Patient service
  • Therapeutic exercises
  • Muscle re-education
  • Joint protection
  • Conditioning
  • Heavy caseloads
  • Emergency response
  • Self-care instructions
  • Soft tissue mobilization
  • Balance assessment
  • Body mechanics instruction
  • Endurance training
  • Medical terminology
  • Caregiver training
  • Treatment planning assistance
  • Safety management
  • Gait training
  • Geriatric physical therapy
  • Therapeutic exercise
  • Prosthetic training
  • Ultrasound therapy
  • Electrotherapy application
  • Patient education
  • Wheelchair mobility training
  • Body mechanics
  • Post-surgical rehabilitation
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Customer service
  • Communication

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

Tripple C Healthcare Systems
06.2023 - 06.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy

Odessa College
Melba Arizpe