TABITHA HUMPHRIES
Merkel,TX
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapy Professional with over 18 years of experience working in patient-centered environments, while educating patients, families, and staff to obtain the best outcome possible for the patient. Personable and friendly individual known for excellent work ethic and attention to detail.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
PTA
PTA, Abilene State Supported Living Center
05.2018 - 10.2022
- Educated and trained all new employees on the proper lifting techniques, safety when ambulating with residents, and risks of fragile residents.
- Treatment of patients with ID, orthopedic, and balance issues, among other diagnosis, under the direction of multiple PTs
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to move and transfer patients safely.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
PTA/DOR
Reliant Rehabilitation
12.2017 - 05.2018
- RELIANT REHABILITATION
- Treatment of patients in skilled nursing facility under the direction of supervising PT
- Scheduling,
- MDS coordination, admin duties over therapy department.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Maintained appropriate and adequate staffing and scheduling of residents on caseloads.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Supervised, oriented, trained and counseled department employees to improve job performance and maintain high standards of patient care.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
PTA
APEX THERAPY
07.2013 - 12.2017
- Treatment of patients in their homes reporting to supervising PT.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programs for improved at-home support.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
PTA/DOR
RHYAN THERAPY
07.2012 - 07.2013
- Treatment of patients in skilled nursing facility under the direction of supervising PT
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Developed programs appropriate to needs of residents in facility to achieve highest feasible level of functioning.
- Promoted and followed facility infection control policies, procedures and OBRA guidelines to improve quality of care for health and safety of residents.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Scheduling and admin duties over therapy department.
PTA
ROLLING PLAINS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
07.2005 - 06.2012
- Inpatient, Outpatient, Home health, and wound care therapy under the direction of supervising PT
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Provided in-home therapeutic treatments to patients after hip replacement surgery.
- Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
- Set up equipment ahead of treatments to maintain smooth appointment schedules.
- Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Odessa College
Odessa, TX05.2005
Bachelor of Science -
PIMA MEDICAL INSTITUTE
10.2023
Skills
- 18 years experience as a PTA in all settings
- Flexibility with schedule changes
- PTA Engagement
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Teambuilding
- Dependable and Responsible
- Attention to Detail
- Organization and Time Management
- Decision-Making
- Knowledge with computer systems
- Timely with paperwork
- Training and Development
Timeline
PTA
PTA, Abilene State Supported Living Center
05.2018 - 10.2022
PTA/DOR
Reliant Rehabilitation
12.2017 - 05.2018
PTA
APEX THERAPY
07.2013 - 12.2017
PTA/DOR
RHYAN THERAPY
07.2012 - 07.2013
PTA
ROLLING PLAINS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
07.2005 - 06.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Odessa College
Bachelor of Science -
PIMA MEDICAL INSTITUTE
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