Shannon Ownby
Seymour,TN
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant with comprehensive experience at Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center, specializing in post-surgical rehabilitation and geriatric care, effectively promoting patient mobility through individualized therapeutic strategies and robust patient relationships.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
- Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
- Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
- Assisted athletes in their return to sport activities through sport-specific training programs targeting agility, endurance, power, speed development.
- 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.
- Contributed to overall clinic efficiency by assisting with equipment setup, inventory management, and patient scheduling as needed.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Provided support for patients during therapeutic group activities, fostering a positive and collaborative environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Facilitated aquatic therapy sessions for patients with joint pain or limited mobility due to arthritis or other chronic conditions.
- Adapted therapy techniques to meet unique needs of pediatric and elderly patients, enhancing patient trust and comfort.
- Increased clinic efficiency with organization of patient schedules and therapy spaces.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and standards, maintaining clinic's reputation for quality care.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering supportive community environment for patient rehabilitation.
- Contributed to positive and healing environment, offering emotional support to patients during challenging treatments.
- Coordinated with insurance companies to secure patient coverage for necessary treatments, easing financial burden on patients.
- Provided patient education on post-therapy care, leading to decreased instances of re-injury.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote health and wellness, extending clinic's impact beyond its walls.
- Conducted patient assessments to develop appropriate therapy plans, ensuring personalized care.
- Streamlined clinic operations by managing therapy equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for patient sessions.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with patients, contributing to high satisfaction rates and patient referrals.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring that all therapy sessions were patient-centered and goal-oriented.
- Maintained detailed patient records to track progress and adjust treatments for optimal outcomes.
- Led workshops for clinic staff on emerging physical therapy techniques, fostering culture of continuous learning.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to integrate physical therapy with overall patient care plans.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
- Utilized aquatic therapy treatments for patients with orthopedic and neurological conditions.
- Implemented kinesiology taping to improve joint range of motion and reduce inflammation.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Tennova JMH
05.2009 - 2025
- Supported optimal patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
- Improved patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication about treatment plans.
- Prepared for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and standards, maintaining clinic's reputation for quality care.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering supportive community environment for patient rehabilitation.
- Conducted patient assessments to develop appropriate therapy plans, ensuring personalized care.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Developed and facilitated patient specific stretching and strengthening programs.
- Checked physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Tennova Dandridge JMH
05.2009 - 2024
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Assisted in reducing patient recovery periods with application of targeted therapeutic exercises.
- Implemented new therapy technologies and methods, staying at forefront of physical therapy practices.
- Supported physical therapists in complex procedures, contributing to successful patient rehabilitations.
- Enhanced patient recovery times by implementing personalized rehabilitation programs under supervision of physical therapists.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Developed and facilitated patient specific stretching and strengthening programs.
- Checked physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
- Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
- Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
- Assisted athletes in their return to sport activities through sport-specific training programs targeting agility, endurance, power, speed development.
- 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.
- Contributed to overall clinic efficiency by assisting with equipment setup, inventory management, and patient scheduling as needed.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Provided support for patients during therapeutic group activities, fostering a positive and collaborative environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Adapted therapy techniques to meet unique needs of pediatric and elderly patients, enhancing patient trust and comfort.
- Increased clinic efficiency with organization of patient schedules and therapy spaces.
- Contributed to positive and healing environment, offering emotional support to patients during challenging treatments.
- Coordinated with insurance companies to secure patient coverage for necessary treatments, easing financial burden on patients.
- Provided patient education on post-therapy care, leading to decreased instances of re-injury.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote health and wellness, extending clinic's impact beyond its walls.
- Streamlined clinic operations by managing therapy equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for patient sessions.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with patients, contributing to high satisfaction rates and patient referrals.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring that all therapy sessions were patient-centered and goal-oriented.
- Maintained detailed patient records to track progress and adjust treatments for optimal outcomes.
- Led workshops for clinic staff on emerging physical therapy techniques, fostering culture of continuous learning.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to integrate physical therapy with overall patient care plans.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
- Implemented kinesiology taping to improve joint range of motion and reduce inflammation.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Tennova West
05.2009 - 2013
Physical Therapist Assistant
St Mary’s Hospital
05.2006 - 2009
Physical Therapist Assistant
Baptist Medical Center
05.2002 - 2009
Education
South College
Knoxville, TNSkills
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Functional mobility training
- Gait training
- Certification in taping
Accomplishments
Employee of Month and community committee.
Certification
Tapping kinesiology tape and Rock tape.
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Tennova JMH
05.2009 - 2025
Physical Therapist Assistant
Tennova Dandridge JMH
05.2009 - 2024
Physical Therapist Assistant
Tennova West
05.2009 - 2013
Physical Therapist Assistant
St Mary’s Hospital
05.2006 - 2009
Physical Therapist Assistant
Baptist Medical Center
05.2002 - 2009
Physical Therapist Assistant
Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center
South College
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