Michelle Brewton
Winnfield,LA
Summary
Skilled Physical Therapist Assistant with experience in outpatient settings. Strengths include adeptness at utilizing therapeutic exercises, modalities, and interventions to improve patient mobility. Proven track record of building rapport with patients while effectively contributing to treatment plans designed by physical therapists. Demonstrates strong commitment to patient education and promoting overall wellness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant/ Clinical Manager
Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center
Jonesboro, LA
08.2021 - Current
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to the therapy team.
- Provided hands-on support during therapeutic exercises and activities.
- Educated patients on exercises and techniques to improve mobility and balance.
- Provided support in administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments and managing files.
- Demonstrated therapeutic exercises to patients for optimal rehabilitation outcomes.
- Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
- Treated patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance.
- Monitored patients during treatments to ensure proper form and technique while exercising.
- Assisted Physical Therapists in evaluating a patient's range of motion, balance, strength and coordination through various tests and measurements.
- Administered simple range of motion exercises.
- Assisted with therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation when appropriate for the patient's condition.
- Provided physical therapy treatments to patients as directed by the Physical Therapist.
- Studied treatment plans and adjusted exercises periodically to maximize benefits.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress including notes from sessions and outcomes achieved during treatment.
- Encouraged active participation in self-care activities at home between visits which included stretching exercises or light walking routines.
- Instructed patients on how to use assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers.
- Actively participated in continuing education courses relevant to physical therapy practice.
- Applied modalities such as electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and hot and cold packs as directed.
- Maintained clean and organized treatment areas and equipment.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to improve patients' functional abilities.
- Conducted therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques under the supervision of a physical therapist.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures and patient interaction techniques.
- Managed daily clinic operations, optimizing workflow and resource allocation.
- Encouraged high morale and staff retention through effective communication
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
Houston, Tx 07.2019 - 04.2026
Skills
- Patient care
- Therapeutic interventions
- Range of motion
- Exercise programming
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant/ Clinical Manager
Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center
08.2021 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
07.2019 - 04.2026