Melissa Papez
Mount Joy,PA
Summary
Dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant with 33 years of experience at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, specializing in geriatric therapy, prosthetic training, chronic pain and fibromyalgia, aquatic therapy and PRI(Postural Restoration Institute). Proven ability to enhance patient mobility and balance through tailored therapeutic programs, while fostering strong patient relationships and collaboration with healthcare teams to achieve optimal rehabilitation outcomes.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital
01.1992 - Current
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- In collaboration with the physical therapist have assisted in the development of our an amputee program for both above and below knee amputee prosthetic training.
- Trained for 23 years in the treatment of chronic pain and Fibromyalgia diagnoses..
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices through continuing education courses and professional development opportunities.
- Tailored home exercise programs specifically for each patient''s needs, promoting adherence to ongoing self-care routines outside therapy sessions.
- 23 years of experience working in the aquatic environment
- PRI trained since 2006
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Fostered strong relationships with patients, providing emotional support during challenging moments throughout the rehabilitation process.
- Improved patient balance and coordination through specialized training programs focused on proprioceptive and vestibular systems.
- Enhanced patient mobility by employing targeted therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques.
Education
Associate of Science -
Alvernia College
Reading05-1990
Skills
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Functional mobility training
- Gait training
- Balance assessment
- Neuromuscular Re-education
- Pain management techniques
- Prosthetic training
- Aquatic therapy
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital
01.1992 - Current
Associate of Science -
Alvernia College
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