Shannon Hathaway
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant with a passion for pediatric care at Driscoll Children's Hospital Rehabilitation Department. Excels in infant handling, tone management, pediatric therapeutic activities and exercise to improve patient mobility and assist in the development of gross motor milestones. Renowned for exceptional team collaboration and patient education, significantly improving children's quality of life.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Driscoll Children's Hospital
10.2018 - Current
- Provides quality care for pediatric patients under the direct supervision of a team of Physical Therapists.
- Maintains care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Improves patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises and provides adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Utilizes infant handling skills and tone management techniques to assist children in reaching developmental milestones and improve mobility.
- Educates families on treatment techniques and home exercises to continue improving the child's mobility and overall quality of life.
- Acts as a Preceptor, mentoring and training coworkers and students in clinical practices and departmental procedures.
- Serves as a Clinical Instructor for students in the Del Mar Physical Therapy Assistant Program, overseeing clinical learning and development.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX05-2018
Skills
- Infant Handling Skills
- Tone Management Techniques
- Pediatric Gait Training
- Torticollis/Plagiocephaly Treatment
- Patient/Family Education
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Professional Development
Maintains Clinical Education hours with an emphasis on skills relative to the pediatric physical therapy field, including Orthotics, Durable Medical Equipment, Developmental Milestones, Infant Handling Skills and Behavior Management with Sensory Integration techniques.
Projects
Member of departmental Rehabilitation Operations Committee to contribute to process improvement projects, ensuring optimal patient care and clinic efficiency.
Volunteer
Wellness Coordinator (Volunteer, Driscoll Children's Hospital Rehabilitation)
Promotes workplace wellness through physical activity challenges, health education, and fostering a supportive wellness culture.
Board Member & Participant, Wings of Texas (Non-Profit Organization)
Coordinated and participated in organizing racing opportunities for individuals with disabilities, using adaptive devices to participate in endurance events throughout the state of Texas
Affiliations
- Member of American Physical Therapy Association - Texas Chapter, Pediatrics
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Driscoll Children's Hospital
10.2018 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Del Mar College
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