MELISSA RANGEL
Queens,USA
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant with experience in home health, rehabilitation centers, and hospitals. Proficient in treating pediatric and adult patients, skilled in group training, and committed to collaboration and effective communication. Creative problem-solver with a passion for continuous learning and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
In Home Health
IPS. POSITIVE HEALTH
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Enhanced quality of life for users with chronic pathologies through targeted evaluations.
- Implemented personalized interventions for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease.
- Monitored progress of clients with cerebral palsy and post-cerebrovascular accidents.
- Administered rehabilitation strategies for patients recovering from knee and hip replacement surgeries.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans for chronic health conditions.
- Educated families on managing chronic illnesses and post-operative care effectively.
Promotion and Prevention Program
NEW EPS
04.2020 - 03.2020
- Educated community members on self-examination techniques to enhance early breast cancer detection.
- Implemented intervention strategies aimed at reducing the prevalence of cardiovascular diseases.
- Promoted awareness of cardiovascular health through informative workshops and outreach programs.
- Trained volunteers to effectively disseminate health education and resources to diverse populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate information and support for participants.
- Developed educational materials that clearly outlined self-examination procedures and cardiovascular health tips.
- Engaged with local organizations to expand reach and impact of health education initiatives.
Internship Student
SAN BASILIO LYCEUM
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Implemented motor learning strategies to enhance physical activity in children with attention deficit disorder.
- Promoted active engagement among students, fostering improved motor skills and cognitive focus.
- Facilitated structured physical activities tailored for children with mild to moderate attention challenges.
- Collaborated with educators to integrate movement-based learning into classroom settings for better outcomes.
- Created individualized plans to support diverse learning needs through physical activity interventions.
- Observed and assessed children's progress in motor skills development during physical activities.
- Conducted workshops for staff on effective motor learning strategies to assist children with attention issues.
Advanced Practice Clinical Student
SAN JOSÉ HOSPITAL SURGERY SOCIETY
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Evaluation and Intervention in pediatrics, pediatric and neonatal ICU, cardiac rehabilitation and respiratory therapy.
Health and Safety at Work (STT) in Colombia
KONECTA BURO
09.2018 - 11.2018
- Enhanced call center efficiency by implementing strategic psychosocial risk prevention actions.
- Increased employee well-being through targeted physical exercise and activity interventions.
- Optimized customer service delivery by streamlining communication processes in call center.
- Reduced psychosocial risks via proactive promotion and prevention strategies.
- Elevated team performance through focused exercise programs tailored to employee needs.
Practice Clinical Student
CENTRAL MILITARY HOSPITAL
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Intervention rehabilitation center working with patients with postoperative and hand injuries.
- Evaluation and intervention in kids with developmental delays.
Student Practice Sports Medicine
PHYSICAL CONDITIONING CENTER (CAF)
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Physical evaluation and exercise prescriptions for elderly people group training; physical conditioning to students and teachers of the institution.
- Colombian School of Rehabilitation University (ECR)
Practice Student in Community
AMIGUITOS ROYAL FOUNDATION
03.2018 - 05.2018
- Evaluation and intervention with children between the ages of 3-8 years old.
- Interdisciplinary work with kids with low weight and socioeconomic problems.
Education
Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy Technician
Medical Career A
New Jersey02-2023
Bachelor Degree - Physical Therapy
University Externado Colombiano De Rehabilitacion
Bogota, Colombia04-2020
HIGH SCHOOL -
Santa Maria De La Esperanza
Facatativa, Cundinamarca, Colombia12-2015
English Education
Spanish American Institute
New York, NYSkills
- Team work
- Compassion
- Patient communication
- Detail-orientation
Certification
- Basic life support course, Institute of health technology Online, 2020-01-01
- Covid-19 home care virtual course, Colombian Red Cross-Online, 2020-01-01
- Virtual training program respiratory kinesiology in the covid-19 patient, University of Great Rosario- Online, 2020-01-01
- Neonatal and pediatric timely therapeutic intervention course, MR Rehabilitation Clinic and Cali Neuropremature Center- Online, 2020-01-01
Abroadinterchange
CULTURAL CARE. Cultural exchange where development skills such as communication, teamwork, working under pressure and problem solving. 2021-01-01 - 2023-12-31
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Promotion and Prevention Program
NEW EPS
04.2020 - 03.2020
Internship Student
SAN BASILIO LYCEUM
07.2019 - 12.2019
Advanced Practice Clinical Student
SAN JOSÉ HOSPITAL SURGERY SOCIETY
01.2019 - 05.2019
In Home Health
IPS. POSITIVE HEALTH
01.2019 - 03.2021
Health and Safety at Work (STT) in Colombia
KONECTA BURO
09.2018 - 11.2018
Practice Clinical Student
CENTRAL MILITARY HOSPITAL
08.2018 - 10.2018
Student Practice Sports Medicine
PHYSICAL CONDITIONING CENTER (CAF)
05.2018 - 07.2018
Practice Student in Community
AMIGUITOS ROYAL FOUNDATION
03.2018 - 05.2018
Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy Technician
Medical Career A
Bachelor Degree - Physical Therapy
University Externado Colombiano De Rehabilitacion
HIGH SCHOOL -
Santa Maria De La Esperanza
English Education
Spanish American Institute