Silvia Gomez
Early Intervention and Freelance
Cicero,Illinois
2
Languages
19
years of professional experience
Dedicated physical therapist assistant with expertise in neuromuscular re-education and pediatric therapy. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and teamwork.
Experienced physical therapist assistant with a strong foundation in pediatric therapy and patient monitoring. Recognized for adaptability and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to achieve improved patient mobility and satisfaction.
Work History
Physical-therapist-assistant
7 Years 7 Months- Monitored patient progress and adapted therapy techniques to enhance outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for children with developmental delays.
- Educated families on therapeutic activities to support home practice and development.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of physical therapy assistance.
Certified Spanish Medical Interpreter
18 Years 7 Months- Interpreted complex medical terminology, ensuring clarity in patient care discussions.
- Facilitated accurate communication between Spanish-speaking clients and medical professionals.
- Assisted healthcare providers in understanding cultural nuances impacting patient interactions.
- Supported multidisciplinary teams by providing on-site interpretation during assessments and treatments.
- Collaborated closely with nursing staff to provide essential information about patient conditions, ensuring proper care delivery.
- Bridged language barriers, allowing Spanish-speaking patients to have equal access to healthcare services.
- Coordinated with case managers to ensure smooth transitions between facilities for Spanish-speaking patients receiving ongoing care.
- Followed ethical codes to protect confidentiality of patient medical information.
- Served as medical interpreter for patients and staff clinical encounters by delivering accurate, skilled interpretations to facilitate effective communications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant And Early Childhood
Skills
Therapeutic exercises
Assistive technology
Child development interventions
Strength training techniques
Range of motion exercises
Therapy modalities
Adaptive equipment training
Effective communication
Team collaboration
Basic life support for health care providers (BLS)
Critical decision-making
Basic life support
Home healthcare
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Physical-therapist-assistant
Early Intervention
01.2019 - CurrentRead More
Certified Spanish Medical Interpreter
Early Intervention and Freelance
01.2008 - CurrentRead More
Morton College
Associate of Applied Science from Physical Therapist Assistant And Early Childhood
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