Stacey Lipkin
Providence
Summary
Intelligent individual who demonstrates outstanding problem-solving skills, strong written and spoken communication and organization. Highly motivated with a passion for helping people return to their prior level of function in order to live full lives through movement and education. Creative and outgoing person who is eager to learn from her colleagues as well as share her own experiences to foster a cohesive work environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Per Diem PTA -Home Health
Various
11.2024 - Current
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
Part Time PTA- Outpatient
Baystate Physical Therapy
10.2024 - Current
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
- Facilitated aquatic therapy sessions for patients with joint pain or limited mobility due to arthritis or other chronic conditions.
Per Diem PTA
Reliant Rehabilitation
08.2024 - Current
- Implement physical therapy treatment sessions involving functional bed mobility, transfers, gait training, balance, and therapeutic exercise for a wide variety of acute diagnoses
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
Director of Rehab
Reliant Rehabilitation
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed physical therapy caseload for staff including scheduling, discharges, and care plans with social and nursing services
DIRECTOR OF REHAB
SYMBRIA | CATHOLIC MEMORIAL HOME
10.2023 - Current
- Managed all activities of Rehab Department responsibilities including, but not limited to scheduling, financial reporting, billing, and coordination with facility staff and other departments regarding patients’ plan of care, and facilitating continuing education for staff
- Maintains and managing patient caseload including designing and implementing treatment plans to assist patients in regaining their functional independence in SNF setting
- Regularly communicates and attends patient care meetings with social services, admissions, and case manager
OPEN LAB PROFESSOR FOR PTA PROGRAM
MOUNT WACHUSETT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Instruction of PTA students to practice skills and techniques required to work in PTA profession
- Assess and critique students in skill competencies to prepare them for their practical exams
- Provide feedback in timely manner for student questions to increase their success within the program
- Collaborate with colleagues on regular basis and in monthly department meetings to discuss students’ progress and continue to make improvements within the program
PTA AND REHAB DIRECTOR BACK-UP
ODD FELLOWS HOME
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Design and execute physical therapy treatment sessions involving functional bed mobility, transfers, gait training, balance, and therapeutic exercise to assist patients in regaining their functional independence in a skilled nursing facility setting
- Collaborate with the rehabilitation team, nurses, and CNAs to ensure patient advocacy within the facility
- Educate staff members on patient specific needs for assistance during functional ambulation, transfers, and bed mobility to assure consistency with patient care as they progress within their rehabilitation goals
- Perform essential duties of Rehab Director in her absence including but not limited to: attending care plan and patient meetings, assisting with scheduling, fall screens and interventions, and ensuring all rehab staff are supported throughout their day
FULL-TIME INPATIENT PTA
HEYWOOD HOSPITAL
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Implement physical therapy treatment sessions involving functional bed mobility, transfers, gait training, balance, and therapeutic exercise for a variety of acute diagnoses
- Communicate with patients’ doctors and nurses regarding physical therapy sessions to ensure patient safety while they are being treated for acute illness
- Treat patients with complex medical histories who require consistent monitoring of vital signs during treatment sessions
- Communicate with social workers regarding patients’ progress and evaluate if they would need further intervention through a short term rehab, acute care, or home health
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA08-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Elementary Education
Framingham State University
Framingham, MA05-2016
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Functional mobility training
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
Certification
MA Physical Therapist Assistant License
Curriculum Excellence Award - Mount Wachusett Community College
Graduated at top of PTA class of 2021 with Curriculum Excellence Award.
Timeline
Per Diem PTA -Home Health
Various
11.2024 - Current
Part Time PTA- Outpatient
Baystate Physical Therapy
10.2024 - Current
Per Diem PTA
Reliant Rehabilitation
08.2024 - Current
Director of Rehab
Reliant Rehabilitation
04.2024 - 08.2024
DIRECTOR OF REHAB
SYMBRIA | CATHOLIC MEMORIAL HOME
10.2023 - Current
OPEN LAB PROFESSOR FOR PTA PROGRAM
MOUNT WACHUSETT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
09.2022 - 02.2023
PTA AND REHAB DIRECTOR BACK-UP
ODD FELLOWS HOME
02.2022 - 10.2022
FULL-TIME INPATIENT PTA
HEYWOOD HOSPITAL
09.2021 - 02.2022
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Mount Wachusett Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Elementary Education
Framingham State University
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