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Shirley DeBellis

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Highly skilled at enhancing patient mobility and quality of life, I leveraged skills in functional mobility training and empathetic patient care at Premier Therapy. Achieved significant improvements in geriatric physical therapy, mastering post-surgical rehabilitation and gait training. Excelled in developing patient-centric treatment plans and fostering trust, markedly increasing compliance and outcomes. Dedicated Physical Therapy Professional with more than 5 years of experience working in patient-centered environments. Expert in hands on therapy with extensive training in their treatment. Personable and friendly individual known for great work ethic and attention to detail.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

Premier Therapy
01.2023 - Current
  • 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.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Advantage Care Rehabilitation, Inc.
07.2021 - 07.2023
  • Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
  • Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
  • Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
  • Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Advantage Care Rehabilitation, Inc.
06.2019 - 06.2021
  • Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
  • Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
  • 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.

Education

Associate of Science - Biology

Community College of Allegheny County
Monroeville
05.2016

Skills

Functional Mobility Training

Post-surgical Rehabilitation

Gait training

Geriatric Physical Therapy

Certification

  • Licensed Pennsylvania Board of Physical Therapy - PTA

License # TE 1005963 (2022-2024)

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

Premier Therapy
01.2023 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Advantage Care Rehabilitation, Inc.
07.2021 - 07.2023

Physical Therapist Assistant

Advantage Care Rehabilitation, Inc.
06.2019 - 06.2021

Associate of Science - Biology

Community College of Allegheny County

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