Sage Perez
La Puente,CA
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant with experience implementing treatment plans and supporting patient rehabilitation. Collaborated effectively with healthcare teams to enhance mobility and reduce pain through tailored care. Skilled in motivating patients and utilizing adaptive equipment to meet diverse needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
California Rehabilitation and Sports Therapy
Baldwin Park, CA
07.2021 - Current
- Implemented therapeutic exercises to improve patient mobility and strength.
- Delivered targeted rehabilitation to assist patients recovering from stroke-related neural deficits.
- Educated patients on rehabilitation techniques and home exercise programs to promote independence and optimize recovery.
- Monitored patients during treatments to ensure proper form and technique, enhancing safety and effectiveness of exercises.
- Monitored patient progress and documented responses to treatments.
- Performed progress notes by assessing gait, MMT, goniometry measurements, and ADLs.
- Communicated effectively with patients to build rapport and trust in treatment plans.
- Educated patients and family members about proper exercise techniques, safety measures, and injury prevention strategies.
- Assisted physical therapists in developing and implementing patient evaluations and treatment plans to ensure comprehensive care.
- Followed protocols for TKA, THA, RCR, RCT, Strokes and Amputees.
- Applied/used Tens units, Assistive devices and braces.
- Provided support during therapeutic modalities like ultrasound and electrotherapy.
- Maintained equipment and ensured a clean treatment environment.
- Worked with patients with ages ranging from children to adults.
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Bay Rehabilitation
Montebello, CA
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Educated patients on exercises and techniques to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Supported patients during therapeutic exercises, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Performed gait training and balance activities with patients as part of their rehabilitation program.
- Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs.
- Provided therapeutic exercises, stretching techniques, and manual therapy to help improve patient mobility and reduce pain.
- Monitored patient progress and communicated observations to supervising therapists to inform treatment plans.
- Engaged with patients to build rapport, fostering increased participation in therapy sessions.
- Documented patient interactions and treatment sessions accurately in electronic records.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance overall patient care and support services.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of therapy rooms and equipment.
- Provided support services such as scheduling appointments or answering questions regarding insurance coverage.
- Observed patient performance in order to provide feedback to the physical therapist regarding progress towards goals.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
American Career College
Anaheim, CA 03.2018 - 09.2020
Associate of Arts - Kinesiology
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA 09.2013 - 02.2017
Skills
- Therapeutic exercises
- Home exercise program
- MMT/ROM testing
- TENS/Stim application
- Assistive device training
- Gait training
- Patient documentation
- Neurorehabilitation strategies
- Clinical teamwork collaboration
- Equipment maintenance
- Compliance with safety protocols
- Progress monitoring
- Treatment plan implementation
- Self-care instructions
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Body mechanics
- Proficient in documentation applications Ie Raintree
- Muscle re-education
- Orthopedics
Certification
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- BLS/CPR
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
California Rehabilitation and Sports Therapy
07.2021 - Current
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Bay Rehabilitation
07.2020 - 09.2020
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
American Career College
03.2018 - 09.2020
Associate of Arts - Kinesiology
Mt. San Antonio College
09.2013 - 02.2017