Sarah Morante
Katy,TX
Summary
Healthcare professional with solid background in providing therapeutic support and patient care. Proven ability to contribute to patient recovery plans and enhance treatment outcomes. Focused on teamwork and adaptable to changing clinical needs. Known for excellent patient interaction and technical skills in therapy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
STAR Physical Therapy
Katy, TX
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted physical therapists in developing and implementing treatment plans for diverse patient needs.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment protocols under therapist supervision to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Educated patients on therapeutic exercises and techniques to promote self-management of conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and ensure comprehensive treatment approaches.
- 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.
Physical Therapist Assistant
1st Classen Physical Therapy
Katy, TX
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Proficient in performing manual therapy interventions to include: peripheral joint mobilizations, myofascial release cupping, instrument assisted manual therapy (IASTM), kinesiotaping, and soft tissue mobilization techniques.
- 2022 Employee of the Year
Physical Therapist Assistant
Action Physical Therapy/Star Therapy Services
09.2018 - 05.2022
- Communicated with physical therapist to provide updates on patient care.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
- Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Assisted four Physical Therapists to initiate different patient care plans in outpatient setting.
- Administered massages and traction to relieve pain, improve comfort levels and decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Proficient in performing manual therapy interventions to include: peripheral joint mobilizations, myofascial release, instrument assisted manual therapy (IASTM), and soft tissue mobilization techniques.
- Administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, and heat, light, sound, water and electrical modality treatments, such as ultrasound.
- Train patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive crutches.
- Proficient in modalities to include but not limited to ultrasound, hot packs, cryotherapy, ice massage, pelvic and cervical traction, TENS and electrical stimulation as prescribed by the supervising physical therapist.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Pleroma Therapy Services
07.2018 - 11.2018
- Communicated with physical therapist to provide updates on patient care.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
- Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
- Provided in-home therapeutic treatments to patients with functional limitations.
- Independently and confidently applied analytical and logical thinking.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Houston, TX05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Fitness And Human Performance
University of Houston
Houston, TX08.2016
Skills
- Decision Making
- Clinical Team Collaboration
- Oral and Written Communication
- Ambulatory Functional Activities
- Body Mechanics
- Patient Interaction
- Customer Service
- Home Exercise Programs
- Outpatient Therapy
- First Aid and CPR
- Time Management
- Balance Disorders
- Joint Mobilization
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Functional mobility training
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
STAR Physical Therapy
02.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
1st Classen Physical Therapy
05.2022 - 02.2023
Physical Therapist Assistant
Action Physical Therapy/Star Therapy Services
09.2018 - 05.2022
Physical Therapist Assistant
Pleroma Therapy Services
07.2018 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Fitness And Human Performance
University of Houston
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
Pima Medical Institute
Therapist appreciation award
Patient-nominated award to recognize excellence in clinical care and patient satisfaction.