Physical Therapist Assistant
Resume:
Wykeia Patmon
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EDUCATION
Baker College – Allen Park, MI June 2013
Associate of Applied Science Degree
● 3.86 G.P.A. (Magna Cum Laude)
St. John Providence Health System – Warren, MI March 2013 – May 2013 Clinical Externship (6 weeks/240 hours)
● Assisted the physical therapist in implementing the patients treatment plan.
● Monitored patient tolerance and response to treatment; made modifications when needed.
● Documented and filed all patient related activities. HCR Manor Care – Grosse Pointe, MI May 2013 – June 2013 Clinical Externship (6 weeks/240 hours)
● Educated patients, family members and caregivers in regards to patients treatment plans.
● Performed data collections and patient interviews to establish the patient’s plan of care.
● Assisted physical therapist in performing patient home evaluations. EXPERIENCE
Home Rehabilitation Services of Michigan – Commerce Township, MI March 2015 – Present Physical Therapist Assistant
x Provided direct patient care to adult and geriatric individuals with orthopedic pathologies such as shoulder injuries, lumbar radiculopathy, knee and hip injuries, utilizing modalities, therapeutic exercise, home exercise programs and patient education. x Effectively communicated and assisted patients and caregiver in problem solving proper placement of adaptive equipment, reducing in home structural barriers, and implementing strategies for safe home exiting and entry.
x Instructed, motivated, and assisted patients while executing plan of care set forth by the physical therapist.
Encore Rehabilitation Services – Farmington Hills, MI October 2014 – February 2015 Physical Therapist Assistant
● Restored function for patients following disease, injury and/ or surgical recovery (including spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, stroke, and paralysis).
● Educated patients and family in the safe and effective use of wheel chairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic/ orthotic devices.
● Documented patients' progress, clinical cate summaries and ensured all paperwork was timely, accurate and complete.
Beaumont Health System – Royal Oak, MI September 2013 – October 2014 Physical Therapist Assistant
● Carefully assessed abnormal conditions by reviewing physical therapist's interpretations of patient evaluations and test results.
● Counseled and instructed patients by describing and providing therapeutic regimens with safety promoting wellness and health maintenance.
● Maintained Safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, and adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Bally Total Fitness – Dearborn, MI September 2002 – February 2010 Fitness Manager
● Supervised and developed teams of personal trainers; increasing employee retention and performance.
● Personally sold more than $400,000 worth of personal training programs; maintained a clientele of 30 members per month.
● Designed training programs to help clients reach their fitness goals.
● Conducted weekly educational fitness and nutrition workshops for staff and gym members.
● Compiled, maintained, and prepared payroll reports bi-weekly. SKILLS
● Excellent communication and problem solving skills
● Skilled at manual therapy
● Proficient at patient assessments and PT techniques CERTIFICATIONS/ LICENSURE
● Michigan Board of Physical Therapy – Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant
● Cardio – Pulmonary Resuscitation – CPR Certified
● National Academy of Sports Medicine – Certified Personal Trainer Wykeia Patmon PTA
641 Albany Ferndale MI 48220
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