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Education
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Salma Farag

Salma Farag

Denver,CO

Summary

Enthusiastic, compassionate, ethical, and hardworking physical therapist assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation, caseload management and teamwork collaboration, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments bringing positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

Reunion sub-acute rehab hospital
10.2023 - Current
  • Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration communicating with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
  • Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises adapting exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care
  • Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic and compliant care.
  • Observed patients during treatments providing data through documentation of daily and progress notes.
  • Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
  • Facilitated patient and family education and training on exercises, proper body mechanics, assistive devices and adaptive equipment uses.
  • Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning utilizing gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Therahand wellness center
10.2023 - Current


  • Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises adapting exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
  • Measured patients ROM, MMT and vital signs to determine effects of treatments or for progress evaluation. Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement and electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
  • Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
  • Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics, assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
  • Implemented kinesiology taping to improve joint range of motion and reduce inflammation.
  • Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs. Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist documenting each patient case with daily and progress notes.
  • Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
  • Checked physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center - PRN
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises adapting exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
  • Measured patients ROM, MMT and vital signs to determine effects of treatments or for progress evaluation. Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as therapeutic massage, cupping, hot-cold packs placement and electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
  • Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
  • Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics, assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
  • Assisted physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs. Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist documenting each patient case with daily and progress notes.
  • Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
  • Checked physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Aviva at Fitzsimons - PRN
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration communicating with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
  • Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises adapting exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care
  • Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic and compliant care.
  • Observed patients during treatments providing data through documentation of daily and progress notes.
  • Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
  • Facilitated patient and family education and training on exercises, proper body mechanics, assistive devices and adaptive equipment uses.
  • Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning utilizing gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer p

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Pima Medical Institute
03.2023

Bachelor of Political Science - Political Science

Cairo University
05.2002

Skills

  • Bilingual (Arabic native and Fluent English)
  • Effective Organizational and Time Planning Skills
  • Detail-Oriented and Client-Centered Therapy Approach
  • Experienced in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Experienced in using different EMR systems like WebPT, Net health and Prompt
  • Experience with different diagnosis and equipments working in both inpatient and outpatient settings including:
  • 1- Orthopedic cases
  • 2- Pediatrics (10-18)
  • 3- Prenatal and postpartum
  • 4- Neurological disorders, stroke, TBI, and spinal cord injuries
  • 5- Major multiple trauma
  • 6- Multi-system organ failure
  • 7- Chronic/Acute respiratory disorders
  • 8- Ventilators and tubes
  • 9- Amputation

Certification

  • BLS, 02/24/24, 02/26
  • Fyzical:

1- Orthopedic Lower Quadrant, completed on 10/22/2023, Education hours: 15

2- TMJ completed on 12/10/23, Education hours: 12.75


  • Upledger institute:

Craniosacral 1 completed on 08/4/2024, Education hours: 24

  • MedBridge:

1-Interdisciplinary Approach to Female Pelvic Pain: It Takes a Village (Recorded Webinar); 04/11/2024, Education Hours: 2

2- Current Guidelines for Prenatal Fitness Completed Feb 13, 2025, Education Hours: 1.25

  • RockTape:

FMT Basics completed on 03/26/25, Education hours: 6


Honors And Awards

  • Graduated with honors from PIMA Medical Institute - Denver
  • Golden Eagle Award for outstanding leadership from Pima Medical Institute - Denver

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness utilizing mindfulness, meditation and dance
  • I have a passion for hand work like crochet, wood work and crafting
  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration like hiking and bouldering
  • I love traveling to discover new cultures, food and music
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • I love reading with a special interest in historical fiction

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

Reunion sub-acute rehab hospital
10.2023 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Therahand wellness center
10.2023 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center - PRN
10.2023 - 05.2024

Physical Therapist Assistant

Aviva at Fitzsimons - PRN
05.2023 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Political Science - Political Science

Cairo University

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Pima Medical Institute

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