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Shelly Story

Hernando Beach

Summary

Dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant with extensive experience at Allied Home Health, specializing in post-surgical rehabilitation and geriatric care. Proven ability to enhance patient mobility through personalized therapeutic exercises and effective patient education. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment outcomes while mentoring junior staff in best practices.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

Allied Home Health
01.2019 - Current
  • Mentored junior staff in best practices for patient care and safety protocols within the clinic environment.
  • Led community outreach programs to promote awareness of physical therapy services available to diverse populations.
  • Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Therapy Solvers
01.2016 - Current
  • 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.
  • Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.

PTA

Trinity Rehabilitation
01.2012 - Current
  • Provided therapeutic interventions to enhance patient mobility and functional independence.
  • Collaborated with physical therapists to develop personalized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Monitored patient progress, documenting changes and adjusting care techniques as needed.
  • Educated patients and families on rehabilitation exercises and strategies for optimal recovery.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to improve treatment outcomes and operational efficiency.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Madison Pointe Rehab
01.2007 - Current
  • Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments.
  • Collaborated with physical therapists to implement therapeutic exercises and modalities.
  • Monitored patient progress, adjusting rehabilitation techniques as necessary to optimize outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on injury prevention and home exercise programs for continued recovery.
  • Documented patient treatments and responses in compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
  • Streamlined documentation processes, enhancing efficiency of patient records management by implementing electronic systems.

Education

Physical Therapy

Baker College
Flint, MI
01-1992

Physical Therapy

Lake Tahoe Community College
S.Lk Tahoe CA
01-1990

Skills

  • Post-surgical rehabilitation
  • Geriatric physical therapy
  • Orthopedic rehabilitation
  • Functional mobility training
  • Gait training
  • Therapeutic exercises
  • Orthopedics
  • Patient education
  • Strengthening
  • Strength training

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

Allied Home Health
01.2019 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Therapy Solvers
01.2016 - Current

PTA

Trinity Rehabilitation
01.2012 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Madison Pointe Rehab
01.2007 - Current

Physical Therapy

Baker College

Physical Therapy

Lake Tahoe Community College

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