Yvonne Martinez
Laredo,TX
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 21 years.
Personable and friendly individual known for great work ethic and attention to patient care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Doctors Hospital Of Laredo
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
Physical Therapy Assistant
RSM PT Services
09.2009 - 02.2022
- Assessed 8-10 treatment plans daily and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
- Administered massages and traction to relieve pain and prevent deformity.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
- Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
Physical Therapy Assistant
Champion Care
08.2004 - 09.2009
- Scheduled 8-10 patient appointments daily to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Worked in home health setting and created individualized exercise programs for patients.
- Provided in-home therapeutic treatments to patients after hip replacement and knee replacement surgeries.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Christus Spohn Shoreline
06.2003 - 03.2005
- Implemented patient treatments in 5 fast paced hospital departments. Acute care, rehabilitation, outpatient care, wound care, and skilled nursing units.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Assisted multiple Physical Therapists to initiate different patient care plans in outpatient setting
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX05.2002
Skills
- Joint protection
- Strengthening
- Problem-Solving
- Organization and Time Management
- Orthopedics
- Therapeutic exercises
- Excellent Communication
- Muscle performance
- Needs assessment
- Patient care
- Injury prevention
- Modalities
Languages
English/Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Doctors Hospital Of Laredo
02.2023 - 05.2023
Physical Therapy Assistant
RSM PT Services
09.2009 - 02.2022
Physical Therapy Assistant
Champion Care
08.2004 - 09.2009
Physical Therapist Assistant
Christus Spohn Shoreline
06.2003 - 03.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
Laredo Community College