Thor Elsing
Fredonia,WI
Summary
Dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant with extensive experience at Complete Care Medical Inc., specializing in post-surgical rehabilitation and geriatric care. Proven ability to enhance patient mobility through tailored therapeutic exercises and effective patient education. Strong collaborator, committed to optimizing treatment outcomes and fostering a supportive environment for diverse patient populations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Complete Care Medical Inc.
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted physical therapists in delivering patient care through therapeutic exercises and modalities.
- Implemented treatment plans under supervision, ensuring adherence to protocols and safety standards.
- Monitored patient progress, documenting changes in condition for effective case management.
- Educated patients and families on home exercise programs to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and optimize treatment strategies.
- Maintained equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for therapy sessions and compliance with safety regulations.
- Contributed to staff training initiatives, enhancing team capabilities in patient handling techniques.
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
- Supported optimal patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
- 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.
- Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
- Assisted athletes in their return to sport activities through sport-specific training programs targeting agility, endurance, power, speed development.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of physical therapy assistance.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Contributed to overall clinic efficiency by assisting with equipment setup, inventory management, and patient scheduling as needed.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Provided support for patients during therapeutic group activities, fostering a positive and collaborative environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Facilitated aquatic therapy sessions for patients with joint pain or limited mobility due to arthritis or other chronic conditions.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering supportive community environment for patient rehabilitation.
- Improved patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication about treatment plans.
- Supported physical therapists in complex procedures, contributing to successful patient rehabilitations.
- Assisted in reducing patient recovery periods with application of targeted therapeutic exercises.
- Enhanced patient recovery times by implementing personalized rehabilitation programs under supervision of physical therapists.
- Provided patient education on post-therapy care, leading to decreased instances of re-injury.
- Contributed to positive and healing environment, offering emotional support to patients during challenging treatments.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Innovative Health And Fitness
06.2018 - 11.2023
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Helped pediatric patients reach developmental milestones through age-appropriate play-based interventions promoting gross motor skill development.
- Streamlined clinic operations by managing therapy equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for patient sessions.
- Assisted physical therapists in delivering patient care through therapeutic exercises and modalities.
- Implemented treatment plans under supervision, ensuring adherence to protocols and safety standards.
- Monitored patient progress, documenting changes in condition for effective case management.
- Educated patients and families on home exercise programs to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Maintained equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for therapy sessions and compliance with safety regulations.
- Contributed to staff training initiatives, enhancing team capabilities in patient handling techniques.
- 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.
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
- Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - The Sciences of Physical Therapy Assistant
Herzing University
Brookfield, WI04.2018
Skills
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Functional mobility training
- Gait training
- Therapeutic exercises
- Patient education
- Strengthening
- Strength training
- Medical terminology
- Joint mobilization
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Balance assessment
- Body mechanics
- Treatment implementation
- Neuromuscular Re-education
- Body mechanics instruction
- Wheelchair mobility training
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient care
- Muscle performance
- Treatment planning assistance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Individual therapy
- Range of motion improvement
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Complete Care Medical Inc.
12.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Innovative Health And Fitness
06.2018 - 11.2023
Associate of Applied Science - The Sciences of Physical Therapy Assistant
Herzing University