Physical Therapist Assistant

I am currently serving as a Physical Therapist Assistant and office manager at an out-patient orthopedic clinic in southern CA. I have an American Physical Therapy Association Credentialing as a Clinical Instructor. I completed the nationally accredited Air Force Physical Therapist Assistant Program in 2006. Faithfully served 4 years in the Air Force as a Physical Therapist Assistant in an out-patient medical facility. Honorably discharged in 2010 to pursue civilian PTA license. Earned Physical Therapist Assistant License in California as of May 2012.

Experience

Physical Therapist assistant- Beale air force base 2006-2010

Ensured quality control through admissions, assessment, treatment, and referral for a broad range of patients.

Provided 6,200 patient treatments, generating $391,000 in revenue for the 9th Medical Group.

Assisted in conducting musculoskeletal examinations during a mass school physical process for 273 children, saving $148,000 in civilian referrals.

Conducted 10 prenatal exercise classes, instructing 120 first time parents.

Developed new exercise program, setting benchmark for post operative patient care.

Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.

Documented patient information obtained from intake interviews.

Coordinated patient schedules

Properly disposed of daily biohazard waste in compliance with federal and local regulations.

Oversaw medical supplies inventory

Coordinated ordering new supplies through medical logistics.

Ensure notes are concise, pertinent and meet departmental documentation standards.

Assisted with evaluations and re-evaluations under the supervision of the physical therapist.

Work cooperatively with peers to contribute to the overall productivity of the team.

Physical Therapist Assistant- Air Force Reservist- March Air Reserve Base. 2010- 2012

Perform training that is appropriate to maintain qualifications as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the United States Air Force.

Physical Therapist Assistant/Office Manager/Clinical Instructor-Chula Vista CA: 2012-Present

Conducted 1,600 patient treatments, generating $112,000 in revenue for clinic

Served as Clinic Office Manager, overseeing employee counseling, evaluations, reviewing applications, hiring/firing of employees, and other administrative duties associated with title

Served as Clinical Instructor to Physical Therapist Assistant students during their clinical rotations

Education

Community College of the Air Force, 2012, Associates degree: Physical Therapist Assistant

San Diego Mesa College, 2012, Completed requirements for Associates Degree in Communications.

CERTIFICATIONS

California Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. License number 9809

American Physical Therapy Association Credentialed Clinical Instructor.

American CPR Care Association Healthcare Provider BHLS/CPR/AED: Adult, Child, Infant. Renewal date: January 12, 2015.

Skills

Computerized S.O.A.P note charting

Inpatient and outpatient care

Post-op experience: Hip, Knee, Ankle, Shoulder, Spine, Foot, Elbow

Enthusiastic caregiver

Disciplined approach

Clinical experience

Medical coding

Strong clinical judgment

Customer service

Team player

Problem resolution

Referrals

MPT. Monte Wilson- previous supervising Physical Therapist 602-***-****

Technical Sergeant John Brooks- Former supervising PTA 916-***-****

Master Sergeant Percel Crudup- Former supervising PTA 925-***-****

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