Pamela Minore
Sarasota
Summary
Dedicated physical therapist assistant with expertise in patient instruction, treatment planning, and progress monitoring. Proven track record of enhancing rehabilitation outcomes through effective collaboration and communication with healthcare teams.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Dave Stevenson Physical Therapy
Sarasota
08.2015 - Current
- Treated patients to relieve pain and restore function, contributing to their overall rehabilitation progress.
- Assisted physical therapists in developing tailored patient treatment plans to optimize recovery outcomes.
- Instruct patients on proper exercise techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitor patient progress during rehabilitation sessions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies, improving treatment effectiveness.
Physical Therapist Assistant
MasterCare Physical Therapy
Sarasota
09.2009 - 08.2015
- Administered therapy treatments to patients using hands or therapeutic devices.
- Conducted therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques under the supervision of a physical therapist.
- Assisted physical therapists in developing patient treatment plans.
- Instructed patients on how to use, remove and put on external assistive devices.
- Communicated with other physical therapy staff to discuss patient progress and potentially modify treatment.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Visiting Nurses Association
Sarasota
05.2010 - 10.2011
- Assisted physical therapists in developing patient treatment plans.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for each patient based on their needs.
- Monitored patient progress during rehabilitation sessions.
- Instructed patients on proper exercise techniques and safety protocols.
- Instructed patients on how to use assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers.
- Observed patients closely for changes in symptoms or behavior.
- Educated patients and families about treatment procedures and home exercises.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses and social workers to coordinate care for each patient.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Anne Arundel Orthopedic Surgeons
Annapolis
09.2007 - 05.2009
- Adhered to surgeons' protocols before and after surgery to ensure patient safety.
- Monitored patient progress during rehabilitation sessions.
- Instructed patients on proper exercise techniques and safety protocols.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Assisted with the collection of data for research projects and quality improvement initiatives.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Anne Arundel Medical Center
Annapolis
01.2004 - 08.2007
- Developed and implemented patient education programs at Joint and Spine Center for patients undergoing total hip, knee, or spinal surgery, enhancing their understanding of recovery processes.
- Facilitated patient care through family education, transfer training, gait training, and safety training while overseeing group therapy sessions focused on therapeutic exercises.
- Coordinated discharge planning with multiple healthcare professionals and participated in weekly rounds with surgeons.
- Participated in additional acute care patients with a variety of diagnoses including, orthopedic, neurologic, pediatric, critical care, cardiac care and oncology.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals including social work, nursing, and therapy disciplines to create comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring coordinated care.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Gentiva Home Health Services
Annapolis
06.2005 - 10.2005
- Assisted physical therapists in developing patient treatment plans.
- Instructed patients on proper exercise techniques and safety protocols.
- Educated patients and family members about proper exercise techniques, safety measures, and injury prevention strategies.
- Administered physical therapy treatments to patients under the guidance of the Physical Therapist.
- Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress including notes from sessions and outcomes achieved during treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses and social workers to coordinate care for each patient.
Physical Therapist Assistant
HealthSouth
Annapolis
05.2000 - 02.2003
- Evaluated a patient's range of motion, balance, strength, and coordination through various tests and measurements.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to create tailored patient treatment plans, enhancing rehabilitation outcomes.
- Conducted aquatic therapy sessions for patient rehabilitation at the facility. for patient rehabilitation
- Measured and documented body dimensions for brace, sling, and crutch fittings. and fit patients for braces, slings and crutches.
- Partnered with local internal medicine doctors to design a Diabetic Exercise program, supporting patient health management.
- Contributed to development of Back Education classes for patients and families, promoting awareness of back health.
Education
Certified Personal Trainer - Personal Training
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Arizona07-2019
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD05-2007
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD05-2000
Skills
- Treatment planning
- Treatment plan development
- Patient assessment
- Patient monitoring
- Manual therapy
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Exercise instruction
- Functional mobility training
- Strength training
- Assistive device training
- Rehabilitation coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Dave Stevenson Physical Therapy
08.2015 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Visiting Nurses Association
05.2010 - 10.2011
Physical Therapist Assistant
MasterCare Physical Therapy
09.2009 - 08.2015
Physical Therapist Assistant
Anne Arundel Orthopedic Surgeons
09.2007 - 05.2009
Physical Therapist Assistant
Gentiva Home Health Services
06.2005 - 10.2005
Physical Therapist Assistant
Anne Arundel Medical Center
01.2004 - 08.2007
Physical Therapist Assistant
HealthSouth
05.2000 - 02.2003
Certified Personal Trainer - Personal Training
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Maryland, College Park
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Baltimore City Community College