Physical Therapy Assistant
Resume:
Gabriela Vogel
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Cell: 712-***-****
abjmpx@r.postjobfree.com
Objective: To use and develop the skills I have obtained through training; to develop and
maintain positive relationships in my workplace; and to contribute to, and better
the place I work for.
Education:
Doctor of Physical Therapy August 2007 - May 2010
Creighton University, Omaha Nebraska
Bachelor of Exercise Science August 2002 - May 2006
Minor in Psychology
Dordt College, Sioux Center, Iowa
Employment
History:
Clinical Experience-Creighton University August 2008 – May 2010
Omaha, Nebraska
Physical Therapy Student: Evaluated, treated, and educated patients regarding
physical therapy. I created physical therapy plans of action for patients, which included goals for
patients, evaluation, prognosis, diagnosis, and plan of care. Patients and families were educated
on physical therapy diagnosis, plan of care at home, and therapeutic activities to follow for
improvements, as well as activities to avoid, prevent further injuries. Patients were also educated
on anatomy and science based on what part of the body they presented problems with.
Hope Haven May 2006-May 2007
Rock Valley, Iowa
Residential Instructor: This job included the improvement of quality of life of
people who are mentally handicapped. As a residential instructor, I was required to create and
document accounts for clients based on their needs and goals for employment and in the
community. I had to educate family members and healthcare members regarding the needs and
goals of clients.
Hauswald Enterprises LTD November 2004 – May 2006
Sioux Center, Iowa
Physical Therapy Aide: This job included treatment and education of patients
receiving physical therapy services. I was required to instruct patients in their rehabilitation
program designed by physical therapists. I instructed patients how to perform exercises to
improve range of motion, strength, and quality of movement. I educated families on precautions
to follow after joint replacements. Answered phone calls, communicated with physicians, and
scheduled patients
Sioux Center Community Hospital January 2001 – May 2006
Sioux Center, Iowa
Interpreter/Educator: I worked with dietitian to provide education to Spanish
speaking clients who were diagnosed with diabetes. I was able to educate clients on a diet to
follow, as well as how to improve physical fitness through exercise. Educated patients on
anatomy of pancreas and hormones it produces for body to function properly.
I also worked with physicians as an interpreter for Spanish-only speaking patients.
Dordt College Language Department August 2002 – May 2006
Sioux Center, Iowa
Spanish Instructor Assistant/ Spanish tutor: Assisted in the planning and
teaching of Spanish classes for Spanish I and Spanish IV. Assisted in teaching Spanish classes in
small groups, 3 times per week, following class curriculum and Spanish professor’s instructions.
Tutored students individually regarding Spanish classes from Spanish level I through level III on
an individual bases.
Seminars:
-Healing Touch: Exploring a Unique Alternative Intervention in HealthCare
Lecture by Iva Muller RN, CHTP; Joan Lanahan PhD, and Kirk Peck PT, PhD;
Omaha, Ne.
- Spirituality and Healing in Medicine Lecture by Kirk Peck PT, PhD and Joan
Lanahan PhD; Omaha, Ne.
- Identifying and Treating Postural Stability and Balance Problems in Children by
Linda Gabriel, PhD, OTR/L and Diane Givens, MS, PT, MCS, Omaha, Neb.
- Interdisciplinary Respiratory Management of the Tetraplegic Patient. Creighton
University; Omaha, Ne.
- Management of hyperthrophic Myopathies. Creighton University; Omaha, Ne.
Inservice:
- Ergonomics and proper body mechanics when transferring residents living at a
nursing home. Rose Blumkin Jewish Home; Omaha, Ne.
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. Alegent Health Physical Therapy; Omaha, Ne
- Treatment, Progression, and Education of plan of care of a patient with spinal cord
injury at T10 level. Hebei Hospital #3. Shijiazhuang, China.
- Treatment, Progression and Education of a plan of care of a patient with shoulder
fracture of the L, ribs fractures on L, and femur fracture of the R LE. Hebei
Hospital #3. Shijiazhuang, China.
Activities:
- American Physical Therapy Association Member
-Creighton University Student Physical Therapy Association Member, Nebraska
-Creighton University Student Physical Therapy Leadership Guild
Secretary, Nebraska May 2008 - May 2009
-Co-chair Philanthropy Committee Creighton University Student
Physical Therapy Leadership Guild, Nebraska August 2007 - 2008
-Dordt College Student Physical Therapy Club, Iowa, August 2002 – May 2006
-Dordt College International Student Club, Iowa, August 2002 – May 2006
Honors:
- C reighton University Health Sciences – Mul ticultural and
Community Affairs (HS-MACA) Award, April 2010
-Physical Therapy Leadership Guild Award April 2010
-Creighton University Pharmacy and Health Professions Grant,
Omaha, Nebraska August 2007- 2008
-Dordt College Honors Scholarship, Sioux Center, Iowa 2005-2006
Languages:
-English
-Spanish
Additional
Experience:
- Orange City Area Health Systems - Interpreter, Iowa May 2006 - May 2007
-Sheldon Ambulance Team – EMT student, Iowa August 2006 – May 2007
- KDCR Dordt College radio station, Sioux Center, Iowa May 2002 – May 2006
-Dordt College Bowling Alley, Sioux Center, Iowa May 2002 – May 2006
-Dordt College Maintenance, Sioux Center, Iowa May 2002 – May 2006
-Mexican Restaurant (Waitress) Sioux Center, Iowa September 2004- October
2005
- Importaciones de Mazatlan (Cashier) Durango, Mexico May 2000 – October
2000
-Tres Hermanos Zapateria Durango, Mexico May 1999 – October 1999
Physics and Mathematics Tutor La Salle High School, Durango, Mexico 1997-
1998.
References:
- Curtis Taylor: Assistant to the president of Dordt College
Sioux Center, IA
- Sarah Waring: Physical Therapist at Alegent Health
Omaha, Ne
- Erin Nelson: Hope Haven Residential Program Instructor
Orange City, IA
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