Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with excellent skills in customer service and assessing musculoskeletal conditions. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 12 years.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Visiting Nurses Association
03.2021 - 01.2024
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of physical therapy assistance.
Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
Physical Therapits Assistant
Toldson Therapy
04.2019 - 05.2020
Assist patients who are physically challenged to improve mobility and function, independent self-care, other skills necessary for functioning in daily living in home health environment
Physical Therapist Assistant
Heartland Healthcare Services
10.2016 - 10.2018
Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Worked in acute care setting and created individualized exercise programs for patients.
Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments as needed for maximum benefits.
Communicated with PT to provide updates on patient care.
Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Florida Hospital
08.2011 - 09.2016
Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Worked in acute care setting and created individualized exercise programs for patients.
Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments as needed for maximum benefits.
Worked in comprehensive, cardiac and orthopedic team. Treated patients in Med Surge, Oncology, PCU, ICU, Neuro, Stroke, Cardiopulmonary and Transplant unit .
Collaborated with PT, OT and COTA with achieving patients plan of care and being compliant with appropriate billing
Physical Therapist Assistant
Parrish Home Health
03.2024 - Current
Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Herzing University
Winter Park, FL
05.2011
Skills
Health promotion and maintenance
Listening and good communication skills
Compassion
Detail oriented
Multitasking
Physical able to lift more than 50 lb
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Parrish Home Health
03.2024 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Visiting Nurses Association
03.2021 - 01.2024
Physical Therapits Assistant
Toldson Therapy
04.2019 - 05.2020
Physical Therapist Assistant
Heartland Healthcare Services
10.2016 - 10.2018
Physical Therapist Assistant
Florida Hospital
08.2011 - 09.2016
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Herzing University
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