Raquel Purvis

Driven to learn quickly, advance computer proficiency and training in medical operations. Solid background in the medical field and office settings supporting team needs. Flexible and hardworking team player focused on boosting productivity and performance with conscientious and detail-oriented approaches.

Physical Therapist Intern 

Eastside Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Doctors / Associated Sports Therapy 

800 S Atlantic Blvd suite # 203 

Monterey Park, CA 91754

(October 2018 - February 2021)

• Collaborated with orthopedic surgeons, doctors of Physical therapist and Physical therapy assistants during rotations with an empathetic approach to build patient trust
• Learned more than 6 tests vital to diagnosis and treatment of patient types in each ward
• Assisted in medical evaluations and conducted tests to examen patients range motions.
• Translated to MDs, DPT's and patients.
• Learned to use different tools and equipment to enhance patients therapy such as resisted bands, foam rollers, shoulder pulleys, medicinal balls, wax pot, E-stem machine, TENS devices, cold packs, & hot packs therapy.
• Prepared equipment for 4 physical therapist at Sports Medicine , including tape, hot and cold treatments, massage guns, bands, steps, and ultrasounds equipment.
• Guided 15-20 patients per day in transfers from seated, standing, and lying positions in preparation of treatments
• Received 100% positive reviews from physical therapist and administrative staff.

• Produced professional correspondence, reports, and spreadsheets in support of Human Resources operations.
• Followed strict data protection and security measures to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Trained and supervised new clerical staff in-office procedures and requirements.
• Answered phone calls, took messages, and distributed messages to appropriate personnel.
• Processed the day-to-day documentation between departments, consistently maintaining effective communication, and eliminating bottlenecks.
• Responded immediately to calls from patients for assistance or treatment and alerted medical staff to emergency situations.
• Communicated with physicians, nurses, and other caregivers to exchange information about the patient's condition, treatment, plans, and activities.
• Monitored patient condition by recording vitals including blood pressure, respiration rates, and body temperature.
• Helped residents with their daily living tasks including feeding, dressing, and personal hygiene.
• Worked with patients to assure that they participated in exercises and therapeutic activities.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Ensured complete daily documentation when entering data into the EMR system.
• Relevant Coursework: case management, medical billing, account management, health marketing, sales, biology, microbiology, liberal arts education, social sciences, and humanities.