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Shaina Watson

Spotsylvania

Summary

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant and enthusiastic team player committed to delivering quality care with compassion and efficiency. Driven to achieve exceptional patient outcomes working in conjunction with an interdisciplinary team. Well versed in a broad range of pathologies and disease, with use of varying modalities to achieve the highest level of patient outcomes.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

BrightSpring
05.2021 - Current
  • attend daily meetings for quality care of patients.
  • deliver therapeutic services to patients in their home settings.
  • communicate with interdisciplinary team to achieve goals of patients in order to return to functional status

Physical Therapist Assistant

Heritage Health Pro
06.2015 - 04.2021
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of physical therapy assistance.
  • Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
  • Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Aegis Therapies
08.2011 - 06.2015
  • Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
  • 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 Rehab Manager

Heritage Hall Nursing Home
05.2007 - 08.2011
  • managed interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
  • Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of physical therapy assistance.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Cuidado Casero Home Health
05.2006 - 06.2011
  • Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
  • 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.

Aegis Therapies

Aegis
01.2005 - 05.2006
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

Associates of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistant

Northern Virginia Community College
Springfield, VA
01.2003

Skills

  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Collaborative Team Member
  • Patient-Centered Care
  • Caring Interaction
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Improving Patient Outcomes
  • Interdisciplinary team
  • Pathologies
  • Disease
  • Modalities

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

BrightSpring
05.2021 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Heritage Health Pro
06.2015 - 04.2021

Physical Therapist Assistant

Aegis Therapies
08.2011 - 06.2015

Physical Therapist Assistant Rehab Manager

Heritage Hall Nursing Home
05.2007 - 08.2011

Physical Therapist Assistant

Cuidado Casero Home Health
05.2006 - 06.2011

Aegis Therapies

Aegis
01.2005 - 05.2006

Associates of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistant

Northern Virginia Community College
Shaina Watson