Patti Torchio

• Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
• Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
• Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
• Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.

Travel PTA throughout New Mexico and California

Worked in Acute care, out-patient, rehab hospitals, and SNFs

• Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
• Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
• Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
• Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
• Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.

• Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
• Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
• Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.

• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
• Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
• Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
• Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
• Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.

• Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
• Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
• Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
• Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
• Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
• Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
• Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.