Physical Therapist Assistant, Health Care

Objective

To work in a multifaceted environment with room for growth.

Education

Mercy College of Health Science, Des Moines, IA

Associate of Science, Physical Therapy Assistant, August, 2015 - April, 2017

Relevant Coursework:

Essential Skills in Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy Modalities

Therapeutic Exercise

Physical Therapy Interventions for Musculoskeletal & Integumentary Conditions

Physical Therapy Interventions for Neuromuscular & Cardiopulmonary Conditions

Licenses/Certifications

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Physical Therapist Assistant Licensure, July 20, 2017

Clinical Experience

Unity Point Hospital – Inpatient, Skilled; February 27-April 7, 2017

Des Moines IA

Collaborated with other health care professionals to provide quality care to patients in an acute care setting.

Physiotherapy Associates - Outpatient; January 9-February 17, 2017

West Des Moines, IA

Facilitated patient care by assessing, and implementing clinical interventions.

Implemented and progressed interventions within the plan of care.

Broadlawns Medical Center - Inpatient/Outpatient; August 8-19, 2016

Des Moines, IA

Provided inpatient and outpatient care for a diverse patient population, including the use of interpreting services.

Work Experience

Physical Therapist Assistant PRN; November 2017-present

Wesley Life, Des Moines, IA

Follow plan of care established by Physical Therapists

Administer complex active/passive therapeutic exercise and various modalities.

Assist patients and caregivers in improving activities of daily living

Coordinate with other appropriate health care providers and communicates with all disciplines regarding plan of care

Bartender; June, 2015-present

The Rack Billiards Club, Clive, IA

Assisted with quality control

Accounting

Managed multiple tasks in a busy atmosphere

Maintained customer satisfaction by building professional rapport with customers.

Assistant Manager; August, 2003-August 2014

Stix, Ankeny, IA

Implemented systems for staffing, scheduling, inventory, and training.

Provided quality control and customer satisfaction.

Activities

Des Moines Marathon volunteer; October, 2016

Collaborated with other health care professionals to assist and treat athletes needing medical attention.

Special Olympics volunteer; May, 2016

Assisted other students with testing muscle deficiencies of athletes

Tested muscle strength and muscle length

Tested range of motion with goniometers

Educated athletes and caretakers about outcomes.

Polk County Senior Fest and Health Fair volunteer; May, 2016

Utilized timed sit to stand test and hand grip dynamometer

Educated seniors on the importance of maintaining strength and range of motion to improve quality of life.

Healthy Living Center Aquatic Neuro Wellness volunteer, April, 2015

Assisted with neurological patients to improve balance, flexibility, strength, and range of motion in an aquatic environment.

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