Valerie Mora
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
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Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Frontier Home Health Care
06.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
- Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
- Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Provided in-home therapeutic treatments to patients after hip replacement surgery.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to increase strength and safe mobility.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and mobility program.
Physical Therapist Assistant
St. Mary Corwin Hospital
05.2005 - 05.2016
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- 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.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- 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.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
- Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Integrated Health Services
03.2000 - 08.2003
- 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.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment program's for improved at-home support.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
- 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.
- 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.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- 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.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Rose Medical Center
05.1994 - 07.1998
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- 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.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- 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.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Memorial Hospital
07.1991 - 04.1994
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- 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.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
- Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- 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.
- Developed and facilitated patient specific stretching and strengthening programs.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
- Did wound care with use of hydrotherapy, wound debridement and dressing management.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, CO05.1991
Skills
- Post-surgical Rehabilitation- Provided post surgical rehab for various diagnoses in ICU and inpatient settings 1992-2016 Provided home care services for individuals with various post surgical diagnoses 2016-Present
- Geriatric Physical Therapy- Provided home health geriatric care for various diagnoses 2016-Present
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation- Assisted Physical Therapist in the design and implementation of the Total Joint Program at St Mary Corwin Hospital
Work Availability
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Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 33 years.
Certification
- Colorado Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant -PTA.0012168
- Basic Life Support Issued 1/12/23 Expiration 01/20/25
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeImportant To Me
401k matchPaid time offPaid sick leaveTimeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Frontier Home Health Care
06.2016 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
St. Mary Corwin Hospital
05.2005 - 05.2016
Physical Therapist Assistant
Integrated Health Services
03.2000 - 08.2003
Physical Therapist Assistant
Rose Medical Center
05.1994 - 07.1998
Physical Therapist Assistant
Memorial Hospital
07.1991 - 04.1994
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Pueblo Community College
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