Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management, due to extensive years, not only as a licensed physical therapist assistant, but a rehabilitation technician, following seasoned licensed therapist. Increased ability in training patients of a wide variety of ages, to assist further in establishing strong structure in activities that increase patient ability to reach optimal level of function, in returning back to prior level of function. Decreasing risk of re-hospitalization, falls, and injury.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Baptist Health Medical Center South
02.2022 - Current
Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
Educated families and caregivers on treatment program's for improved at-home support.
Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
Rehabilitation Technician
Baptist South Medical Center South
02.2019 - 06.2021
Established collaborative relationships with patients through consistent and meaningful communication.
Answered telephones and performed light clerical duties to maintain smooth operations while attending to various program needs.
Communicated back to nurses and therapists regarding patient performance and condition.
Informed nurses and therapists of any requests from physicians, patients and visitors.
Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
Prepared for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
Checked physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.
Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
Counselor/Assistant Site Director
Prattville YMCA
05.2015 - 12.2018
Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
Provided onsite training to help develop employee skills.
Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
Prioritized and delegated workload based on available materials.
Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
South University
Montgomery, AL
12.2023
Skills
Progress Reports
Therapist Assistance
Body Mechanics
Patient Service
HIPAA Requirements
Knee Surgery
Therapeutic Exercise
Range of Motion Exercises
Therapeutic Equipment
Passive Exercises
Pain Management Techniques
Caregiver Training
Workload Delegation
Medical Terminology
Hip Surgery
Joint Mobilization
Emergency Response
Gait Training
Basic Life Support
Clean Equipment
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Baptist Health Medical Center South
02.2022 - Current
Rehabilitation Technician
Baptist South Medical Center South
02.2019 - 06.2021
Counselor/Assistant Site Director
Prattville YMCA
05.2015 - 12.2018
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
Travel Registered Nurse-Emergency Department at Agency-RTG Medical-Baptist Medical Center SouthTravel Registered Nurse-Emergency Department at Agency-RTG Medical-Baptist Medical Center South