Experienced Physical Therapist Assistant with over 16 years in patient care, specializing in implementing treatment plans and monitoring patient progress. Expertise in both outpatient and inpatient settings, utilizing therapeutic exercises to enhance mobility. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and contribute to effective treatment plans. Committed to patient education and wellness promotion.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant- Home Health
UPMC Home Health and Hospice
Cambria County
01.2024 - Current
Implement the PT plan of care prescribed by a physician under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist in a home, ILF, ALF, or residential setting
Provide appropriate skilled care such as therapeutic exercise and activities, neuromuscular re-education, gait training, fall prevention, pain management, home safety assessment, and home exercise program education
Promote and assist in a progression of care to achieve maximum functional potential in home care setting to promote independence and prevent re-hospitalization
Assist patients and family obtaining proper adaptive equipment and assistive devices with training in home safety with set up for success
Participate in monthly case conference with interdisciplinary home health staff and Clinical manager to discuss patient’s progress, how to improve their care, and barriers to progress
Responsible for managing caseload and scheduling patients according to productivity standards
Recommend proper adaptive equipment and assistive devices with training in home safety with set up for success
Position- Full-time
Physical Therapist Assistant- Short term rehab
Homewood Living
Martinsburg
07.2023 - 01.2024
Provided interventions a PRN therapist to short term rehab, assisted living, and long-term care patients under the supervision of a Physical therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant- PACE - Community based Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly
SeniorLife
Ebensburg
05.2022 - 04.2023
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure highest level of care and coordination enabling members to maximize their own independence and ensure increased quality of life
Assisted PT in all aspects of member therapy and care plan needs
Provided interventions based on member-specific needs, including therapeutic exercise, gait training, transfers and other physical assistance
Monitored and documented member treatments and interventions ensuring all members of interdisciplinary teams have access to important information
Developed group exercise programs for maintenance therapy members
Aided in in-home treatment programs including goal setting, exercise, and family/caregiver education
Recommended proper adaptive equipment and assistive devices with training in home safety with set up for success
Physical Therapist Assistant- Home Health
Enhabit Home Health (formerly Encompass Home Health)
York
11.2015 - 04.2022
Implemented the PT plan of care prescribed by a physician under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist in a home, ILF, ALF, or residential setting
Provided appropriate skilled care such as therapeutic exercise and activities, neuromuscular re-education, gait training, fall prevention, pain management, home safety assessment, and home exercise program education
Promoted and assist in a progression of care to achieve maximum functional potential in home care setting to improve independence and prevent re-hospitalization
Assisted patients and family obtaining proper adaptive equipment and assistive devices with training in home safety with set up for success
Participated in weekly case conference with home health staff and specific care teams according to each patient in territory assigned
Responsible for managing caseload and scheduling patients according to productivity standards
Account Manager at Dedicated Home Health Care, Reliance Hospice and Valley Pacific HospiceAccount Manager at Dedicated Home Health Care, Reliance Hospice and Valley Pacific Hospice