Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 25 years.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Novant Health, Inc
10.2007 - Current
Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
Assisted athletes in their return to sport activities through sport-specific training programs targeting agility, endurance, power, speed development.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Catawba Valley Medical Center
09.2004 - 10.2007
Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
Provided compassionate care for patients in skilled inpatient facility, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Iredell Hospital
07.1999 - 09.2004
Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
Hudson, NC
05.1999
Bachelor of Science - Education
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
01.1990
Skills
Therapeutic Exercise
Body Mechanics
Functional Improvements
Interim manager x 6 months, assist current manager
Inventory Management
Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Novant Health, Inc
10.2007 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Catawba Valley Medical Center
09.2004 - 10.2007
Physical Therapist Assistant
Iredell Hospital
07.1999 - 09.2004
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute