Susan Castellanos
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Healthcare professional with seven years of comprehensive experience in supporting therapeutic practices to aid patient recovery. Known for collaborative teamwork and achieving optimal results in patient care. Skilled in therapeutic exercises and rehabilitation protocols, with reliable and adaptable approach.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
St. Edna Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation
10.2018 - Current
- Instructed patient in gait training, balance activities, stretching, bed mobility, functional transfers and strengthening exercises.
- Communication with Nurse, CNA, RNA, OT, COTA, PT, MD, case managers and social workers.
- Documentation and billing
- Provided Ultrasound, Diathermy, ESTIM and TENS.
- Instructed patients on proper hygiene, exercise, lifestyle changes and ergonomic factors in daily activities.
- Instructed patient in range of motion exercises (PROM, AAROM, AROM)
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries and falls.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Ideal Therapy
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Provided joint mobilization Grade 1-4
- Progress exercises within the plan of care.
- Report and document patients progress or decline.
- Performed therapeutic exercises, functional activities, soft tissue massage, joint mobilization, stretches, contract- relax, and proprioceptive exercises.
- Performed gait training, stair training, balance exercises and PNF with stroke patients and general weakness.
- Instructed and modified exercise programs.
- Performed physical agents (ultrasound, probe light, traction, hot and cold pack).
- Performed goniometer measurements
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA01.2014
High School Diploma -
Norwalk High School
Norwalk, CA01.2008
Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish and English)
- Efficient in multitasking and time management in a fast and heavy load environment
- Communication
- Net Health
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Functional mobility training
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
St. Edna Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation
10.2018 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Ideal Therapy
08.2018 - 04.2019
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Cerritos College
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University Fullerton
High School Diploma -
Norwalk High School
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