Shawn Fogus
Whitehall,MI
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 20 years.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Trinity Health Hospital
08.2020 - Current
- 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.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies and proper body mechanics to facilitate long-term recovery success.
- Reduced pain levels for patients through the administration of ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and hot/cold packs.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Elara Caring Home Care
04.2018 - 02.2020
- Provided in-home therapeutic treatments to patients after hip replacement surgery.
- Enhanced patient mobility by employing targeted therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques.
- Documented patient progress accurately, ensuring clear communication between all members of the rehabilitation team.
- Tailored home exercise programs specifically for each patient''s needs, promoting adherence to ongoing self-care routines outside therapy sessions.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies and proper body mechanics to facilitate long-term recovery success.
- Reduced pain levels for patients through the administration of ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and hot/cold packs.
- Improved patient balance and coordination through specialized training programs focused on proprioceptive and vestibular systems.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
Spectrum Health Home Care
04.2016 - 04.2018
- Provided in-home therapeutic treatments to patients after hip replacement surgery.
- Enhanced patient mobility by employing targeted therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques.
- Documented patient progress accurately, ensuring clear communication between all members of the rehabilitation team.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies and proper body mechanics to facilitate long-term recovery success.
- Reduced pain levels for patients through the administration of ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and hot/cold packs.
- Prevented rehospitalization rates by identifying potential barriers to recovery at home during discharge planning meetings.
- Improved patient balance and coordination through specialized training programs focused on proprioceptive and vestibular systems.
Great Lakes Home Health
04.2015 - 04.2016
Mercy Health
12.2014 - 04.2015
Great Lakes Home Care
12.2008 - 05.2010
Ingham Regional Medical Center
06.2005 - 12.2008
Education
Associates Degree in Applied Science -
Baker College of Flint
Flint, MI06.2003
Skills
- Post-surgical Rehabilitation
- Geriatric Physical Therapy
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Functional Mobility Training
- Gait training
- Therapeutic exercises
- Patient Education
- Strengthening
- Balance Assessment
- Body Mechanics
- Patient Care
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Trinity Health Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Elara Caring Home Care
04.2018 - 02.2020
Spectrum Health Home Care
04.2016 - 04.2018
Great Lakes Home Health
04.2015 - 04.2016
Mercy Health
12.2014 - 04.2015
Great Lakes Home Care
12.2008 - 05.2010
Ingham Regional Medical Center
06.2005 - 12.2008
Associates Degree in Applied Science -
Baker College of Flint
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