Valeria Fulton
Glendora,CA
Summary
Certified and graduate of CAPTE accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Healthcare professional with comprehensive experience in supporting therapeutic practices to aid patient recovery. Known for collaborative teamwork and achieving optimal results in patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Bayshire SNF
San Dimas
11.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
- Educate patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and therapeutic exercise programs to increase mobility and prevent future injuries.
- Collaborate with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
Physical Therapy Aide
Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare
Pomona, CA
10.2021 - Current
- Aide in outpatient orthopedic rehab team by providing instruction and assistance with therapeutic exercise, scheduling, and cleaning tasks.
- As a senior aide, I assist with onboarding of new team members and responsible for monthly purchase orders of necessary items needed in facility.
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
St. Joseph's Cancer Center
Orange, CA
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Provided skilled interventions for patients with breast cancer, cancer related fatigue, and cardiopulmonary conditions.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and support within rehabilitation process.
- Attended and observed numerous tumor board meetings with surgeon and radiation oncologist in discussions on plans for patient care.
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
City Of Hope Hospital
Duarte, CA
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Reviewed patient charts and promoted safety during therapy sessions by providing appropriate assistance needed through therapeutic exercises, transfers, and gait.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare clinicians (Nurses, PT, OT) for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and family members on transfer techniques, proper equipment use, and home programs to prepare for patient discharge.
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Dynamix Physical Therapy
Garden Grove, CA
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Applied critical thinking skills and utilized evidence-based practice in the development of patient treatment plan.
- Provided therapeutic interventions through manual therapy, exercise, and modalities.
- Educated patients in home settings to maintain safety with gait and ADLs.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Cal State University , Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA05.2021
Skills
- Proficient in EPIC documentation, MedBridge, HEP2Go
Certification
BLS (CPR/AED) for Health Care Providers - American Heart Association (exp. 10/25)
Languages
Spanish - Advanced
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Bayshire SNF
11.2024 - Current
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
St. Joseph's Cancer Center
02.2024 - 04.2024
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
City Of Hope Hospital
10.2023 - 12.2023
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Dynamix Physical Therapy
08.2023 - 09.2023
Physical Therapy Aide
Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare
10.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Cal State University , Los Angeles
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Cerritos College