Robert Portello
Summary
Reliable Physical Therapist Assistant offering several years of experience working in patient-focused settings in both hospitals and private clinics. Exceptional experience working in outpatient with specializing in manual techniques, soft tissue, post surgical rehabilitation, cupping, visceral release, headaches and TMJ.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant/massage therapist
Olympic sports rehabilitation
Puyallup
12.1997 - 06.2026
- Assisted physical therapists in developing tailored rehabilitation programs.
- Monitored patient progress during therapy sessions, providing actionable feedback to enhance rehabilitation outcomes.
- Educated patients on exercise techniques and home care routines.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to refine patient care strategies, ensuring comprehensive treatment plans.
- Implemented rehabilitation activities tailored to individual patient needs.
- Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
- Assisted with therapeutic modalities like ultrasound and electrical stimulation, tailoring approaches to align with individual patient conditions.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Auburn regional hospital
Auburn
12.1997 - 06.2000
- Assisted physical therapists in developing tailored rehabilitation programs.
- Facilitated patient mobility through gait and transfer training exercises.
- Instructed patients on how to use assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers.
- Educated patients and family members about proper exercise techniques, safety measures, and injury prevention strategies.
- Documented patient treatments and progress in electronic health records.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure therapy environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses and social workers to coordinate care for each patient.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving injured or ill patients requiring immediate assistance.
Education
Certification In Massage Therapy - Massage Therapist
Ashamed College
09.2000 - 08.2001
Associate of Science - Applied Science
Green River Community College
Auburn, WA 02.1992 - 12.1997
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Rehabilitation program development
- Therapeutic modalities
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Joint mobilization
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Therapeutic exercises
- Neuromuscular Re-education
- Progress reports
- Soft tissue mobilization
Accomplishments
Worked at the 2013 US amateur golf open and 2015 US Open at Chambers Bay on the health team. Worked at the PAC 10 regional swim meet, Tacoma 1/2 marathon and beat the bridge.
Timeline
Certification In Massage Therapy - Massage Therapist
Ashamed College
09.2000 - 08.2001
Physical Therapist Assistant/massage therapist
Olympic sports rehabilitation
12.1997 - 06.2026
Physical Therapist Assistant
Auburn regional hospital
12.1997 - 06.2000
Associate of Science - Applied Science
Green River Community College
02.1992 - 12.1997