Todd Sherwood
Cypress,TX
Summary
Experienced Physical Therapist Assistant delivering manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, gait training, and patient education. Strong EMR charting and modalities application support accurate documentation and consistent recovery progress.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Apex Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness
Houston, TX
11.2019 - Current
- Facilitated pain relief, functional recovery, and peak performance maintenance for patients through tailored therapeutic interventions.
- Provided therapeutic exercise and manual therapy support, including joint mobilization and soft tissue work.
- Instructed patients and family members on effective exercise techniques, safety protocols, and injury prevention strategies to enhance overall health.
- Designed home exercise programs to support continuation of therapeutic plan.
- Applied therapeutic modalities to support patient recovery and rehabilitation equipment according to clinic protocol.
- Documented patient progress in clinic charting systems and rehabilitation records, ensuring accurate tracking of treatment outcomes.
- Oversaw patient flow to optimize scheduling and treatment readiness., scheduling updates, and treatment room readiness for Apex staff.
Clinical Review Specialist
Anthem
Houston, Texas
11.2015 - 10.2019
- Reviewed Anthem member cases against medical policy and clinical guidelines.
- Evaluated prior authorization requests using utilization management systems.
- Communicated with physicians, nurses, and care teams about review status.
- Interpreted medical records, treatment plans, and supporting documentation.
- Assessed the appropriateness of care, services rendered, and coding accuracy according to established criteria.
- Applied benefit rules and eligibility criteria during case assessments.
- Maintained compliance with Anthem policies, HIPAA standards, and review protocols.
- Generated letters informing providers of decisions made during the review process.
Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant
Contractor for Mulitple Home Health Agencies
Houston, TX
06.2009 - 11.2015
- Trained patients and caregivers on exercise routines, transfer safety, and home modifications.
- Implemented physical therapy plans under supervising therapists' direction and agency protocols.
- Documented visit notes and treatment updates in home health medical records.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Christus St. Catherine Hospital
Katy, Texas
07.2005 - 06.2009
- Delivered comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care, enhancing patient recovery across diverse conditions.
- Instructed patients and families on exercise techniques, safety measures, and injury prevention, promoting long-term health.
- Delivered therapeutic exercise and manual therapy support including aquatic therapy
- Supported Physical Therapists in assessing patients' range of motion, balance, strength, and coordination.
Physical Therapist Assistant
TIRR
Houston, TX
06.2001 - 09.2004
- Implemented McKenzie Method for effective treatment of neck and back pain, resulting in enhanced patient outcomes and decreased recovery time.
- Applied manual therapy techniques, including joint mobilizations and soft tissue mobilization, to facilitate faster recovery and improve patient mobility.
- Managed outpatient physical therapy for diverse patient population with orthopedic conditions, improving patient engagement and satisfaction.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy
Houston Community College
Houston, TX08-2000
Skills
- Therapeutic exercise
- Manual therapy
- Gait training
- Aquatic therapy
- Modalities application
- EMR charting
- Patient education
Certification
- Physical Therapist Assistant - #2043917
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Apex Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness
11.2019 - Current
Clinical Review Specialist
Anthem
11.2015 - 10.2019
Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant
Contractor for Mulitple Home Health Agencies
06.2009 - 11.2015
Physical Therapist Assistant
Christus St. Catherine Hospital
07.2005 - 06.2009
Physical Therapist Assistant
TIRR
06.2001 - 09.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy
Houston Community College