Assistant Physical Therapist
Resume:
Heather Thompson
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Education
May 2017 Associates in Applied Science – Physical Therapy Assistant Program
St. Louis Community College - Meramec, St. Louis, MO
May 2014 Bachelor’s of Science in Exercise Science
Lindenwood University - St. Charles, MO
Work Experience
August 2017 – Present PRN Physical Therapist Assistant at Southbrooke Skilled Nursing
– Farmington, MO
Working in the skilled and long-term care setting
Skillfully treat patients of varied diagnoses for improved function and mobility.
Document and charge appropriately
June 2017 – Present PRN Physical Therapist Assistant at St. Louis University Hospital
Skilled in orthopedic, cardiac, trauma, transplant and neurological patients
Provide physical therapy techniques to meet the specific needs of individual patients.
Document patient care services
Promoting health and wellness progression
Educating/discussing family planning
Collaborate and communicate with multiple healthcare disciplines to provide optimal care: OT’s, nurses, MDs & social workers.
Fall 2016 Clinical Experience: Delmar Gardens – Chesterfield, MO
Spring 2017 Clinical Experience: SSM Day Institute – Kirkwood, MO
Spring 2017 Clinical Experience: Saint Louis University Hospital – St. Louis, MO
May 2006 – 2016 Head Lifeguard at Farmington Waterpark/Civic Center
Head lifeguard overseeing approximately 40 lifeguards
Swim instructor for private and group lessons
Scheduling lifeguards
Monitor patrons as they engage in recreation
Perform first aid when necessary
July 2015 – May 2016 PRN Senior Fitness Specialist for Alliance Rehab – St. Louis, MO
Monitored and assisted senior residents in exercising
Instructed health and wellness classes
Ensured safety of the residents while exercising
May 2014 – Aug 2015 Physical Therapist Tech at Athletico - Farmington, MO
Assists Physical Therapists
Prep patients for their therapy session
Clean and maintain patient area and equipment
Aug 2014 – Oct 2014 Intern at Parkland Hospital, Huckstep Heart and Lung Center – Farmington, MO
Help develop safe and effective exercise programs for all members
Assess patients initial and post exercise vital signs
Attach 4-lead EKG to cardiac patients before exercising
Certification/Licensure
2017- 2020 Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts
Physical Therapist Assistant
2006 – 2019 Basic Life Support – CPR
Volunteer Experience
2013 – 2014 Disabled Athletes Sports Association (DASA)
Prescribed and implemented adaptive exercises for
individuals with an amputation
June 2016 Kids Enjoy Exercise Now (KEEN) St. Louis
Empower youth with disabilities by providing free, non-competitive, one-to-one programs of exercise, fitness and fun
April 2017 Special Olympics at St. Louis Community College – Meramec
Tested the athletes endurance with a 2 minute step test
Recording the athletes SpO2 and HR during pre and post exercise
References
Christina Cohoon PTA Professor
11333 Big Bend Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63122
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Julie High PTA Professor/Program Coordinator
11333 Big Bend Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63122
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Cheri Byington-Goldsmith Director of Finance at Parkland Hospital
1101 W Liberty St
Farmington, MO 63640
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