A compassionate, efficient and trilingual Physical Therapy Assistant offering treatment support, program documentation and exercise assistance to short-term and long-term patients in all environments. Eager to provide relief from pain through therapy, exercise and stretching. Works especially well with the mature population and elderly patients. Years of experience teaching physical fitness in military and civilian sectors. Strong team player and effective manager with proven ability to build relationships, create and maintain accurate records, and organize schedules.
Working hands-on with long and short term care patients in a 120-bed skilled nursing facility, restoring function for patients following disease or profound injury, such as loss of limb, traumatic brain injury, stroke, lymphoma and paralysis. Instruct patients in the safe and effective use of body mechanics, exercise correction, weights, pulleys, various exercise equipment and teach patients how to adapt to the use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic and orthopedic devices.
Responsible for filling in for full-time Physical Therapist Assistants at a moment's notice in the Hillsborough and Polk County areas, in order to implement the Plan of Care as directed by the Physical Therapist, for patients who require special care, treatment and training to regain strength, health and wellness in their home setting.
- Responsible for the successful implementation and treatment of the physical therapy plan of care for homebound patients as directed by the physical therapist.
Team Player
undefined11 United States Navy Medals - Joint Service Achievement Medal, 4 Good Conduct Medals, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Navy Reserve Meritorious Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, NATO Medal, and Pistol Marksmanship Medal.
13 NPC titles in Competitive Bodybuilding – highlights including Runner-up Ms. USA (Las Vegas, NV), Ms. Southern States Overall (Ft. Lauderdale, FL), Ms. Southern European Champion (Italy) and Ms. Florida State (Panama City, FL)
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