Patricia Spence Handley
Lenoir,USA
Summary
Detail-oriented, adaptable, accountable, hardworking reliable professional with over 24 years in health care. Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 24 years.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PTA
The Weston Group, Inc
08.2021 - Current
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
- Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
PTA
KIndred at Home
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments as needed for maximum benefits.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
- Assisted [Number] Physical Therapists to initiate different patient care plans in outpatient setting
PTA
Lenoir Healthcare
02.2016 - 01.2021
- PTA providing compassionate physical therapy to SNF residents, long and short term.
- Assists Rehab Director with management of the department.
- Team player who helps coworkers to provide better care.
PTA
Rehab Care-Westwood Hills SNF
11.2015 - 02.2016
- Provided physical therapy treatments to residents in SNF.
- Managed time efficiently to meet productivity requirements.
- Team player in regards to scheduling treatment times.
PTA
Evergreen Rehab-Glenbridge SNF
03.2015 - 11.2015
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments as needed for maximum benefits.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
PTA
Advanced Home Care
03.2013 - 03.2015
- Provided quality home health physical therapy sessions to home bound patients to enable them to live more independently at home.
- Monitored vital signs and medication usage, as well as provided education to care givers.
PTA
Rehab Solutions-Caldwell County Home Health
10.2009 - 03.2013
- Provided home health physical therapy visits.
- Managed schedule to be productive while meeting patients needs.
- Provided education on local television station on types of therapy and importance of therapy to improve lives.
PTA
Catawba Valley Medical Center
01.2006 - 10.2009
- Provided physical therapy treatments in acute and inpatient rehab to enable patients to return to home.
- Served as part of interdisciplinary team to discuss patients needs.
PTA
Aegis Therapies-College Pines
06.2005 - 01.2006
- Providing physical therapy treatments to SNF patients.
PTA
Blue Ridge Healthcare-College Pines
04.2005 - 06.2005
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Assisted 2 Physical Therapists to initiate different patient care plans in SNF setting.
PTA
Shaire Center
09.2002 - 04.2005
- Organized physical therapy schedule and provided PT treatments to SNF and ALF patients.
PTA
Camelot Manor SNF
08.1997 - 09.2002
- Provided physical therapy treatments.
- Supervised PT tech.
- Organized and coordinated all disciplines of therapy to provide treatments to patients.
- Served on interdisciplinary team and met with nurses, MD, social work, etc to discuss care of residents.
- Submitted Medicare billing for SNF.
- Transported patients to and from appointments.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments as needed for maximum benefits.
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
- Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
Education
A.A.S - Physical Therapist Assistant
Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute
Hudson, NC1997
B.S - Biology
Bluefield College
Bluefield, VA1991
Skills
- Adaptable nature
- Universal Acceptance Testing
- Computer proficiency
- Organization and Time management
Certification
- Licensed PTA - 24 years
Timeline
PTA
The Weston Group, Inc
08.2021 - Current
PTA
KIndred at Home
01.2021 - 06.2022
PTA
Lenoir Healthcare
02.2016 - 01.2021
PTA
Rehab Care-Westwood Hills SNF
11.2015 - 02.2016
PTA
Evergreen Rehab-Glenbridge SNF
03.2015 - 11.2015
PTA
Advanced Home Care
03.2013 - 03.2015
PTA
Rehab Solutions-Caldwell County Home Health
10.2009 - 03.2013
PTA
Catawba Valley Medical Center
01.2006 - 10.2009
PTA
Aegis Therapies-College Pines
06.2005 - 01.2006
PTA
Blue Ridge Healthcare-College Pines
04.2005 - 06.2005
PTA
Shaire Center
09.2002 - 04.2005
PTA
Camelot Manor SNF
08.1997 - 09.2002
B.S - Biology
Bluefield College
A.A.S - Physical Therapist Assistant
Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute