DANA GONZALES
*********@*****.*** C: 225-***-**** Cypress, TX 77429
Summary
Knowledgeable Physical Therapist offering 20 years of related experience in acute care; rehab; outpatient; aquatic; pediatrics; nursing home; skilled nursing facility settings. Efficiently prepare treatment areas, restock supplies and organize records to maximize team productivity. Trained in basic therapy techniques, mobility assistance, certified lymphedema therapist, car seat technician, and patient support strategies.
Skills
Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Staff supervision
Project management
Documentation
Customer service
Training
Scheduling
Time management
Inpatient Physical Therapy Treatment
Car seat Certified
Aquatics
Outpatient therapy to include diagnosis of torticollis
Evaluating and Treating
Experience
River Kids Pediatric Home Health Pearland, TX
Home Health Physical Therapist
10/2015 - Current
Scheduled patient appointments in the most effective manner, ensured received high-quality care.
Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
Traveled to patient homes for therapeutic treatments after surgery.
Studied treatment plans and adjusted exercises periodically to maximize benefits.
Texas Children's Hospital Katy, TX
Outpatient/Inpatient Physical Therapist
05/2012 – 10/5/2024
PRN at Texas Childrens; Became Part time March 2020
Car seat evaluations for pediatrics
Certified Lymphedema Therapist 2021
Inpatient treatments to include gait training and assessments
Nova Medical Centers Conroe, TX
Outpatient Physical Therapist for Workman's Comp
05/2012 - 10/2013
Reduced pain and promote healing in patients by administering therapeutic treatments such as manual therapy, exercises and modalities.
Created individualized home exercise programs for outpatient therapy clients to improve health and wellness.
Identified and properly documented patient goals, evaluated progress and planned reevaluation.
Supplemental Health Care Katy, TX
Contract Outpatient Physical Therapist
02/2011 - 05/2012
Contracted Texas Children's as Physical Therapist
Counseled and made recommendations to patients, caregivers and families about communicative strategies and devices.
Identified and properly documented patient goals, evaluated progress and planned reevaluation.
Routinely performed diagnostic and prognostic exams to evaluate muscle, nerve, joint and functional abilities.
Created individualized home exercise programs for outpatient therapy clients to improve health and wellness.
Supplemental; Platinum; Arder; Delta Flex
Travel Physical Therapist
08/2005 - 02/2011
Worked at various locations to include SNF's; nursing home; acute care; rehab care; outpatient care; aquatics; pediatrics
Ambulated patients with appropriate techniques for mobility support, including wheelchairs and standing assistance.
Employed both active and passive manual therapeutic exercises to alleviate patient pain and other symptoms.
Properly positioned and secured patients into or onto therapy equipment to facilitate smooth and safe treatments.
Helped patients put on supportive devices such as braces and slings to facilitate successful treatment plans.
Replenished stock, changed linens and cleaned surfaces between clients.
Education and Training
LSU Health Science Center New Orleans, LA
Master of Science in Physical Therapy
08/2004
LA Tech University Ruston, LA
Bachelor of Arts in Fitness And Wellness Clinical Concentration
05/2002
Certifications
Car Seat Technician
Certified Lymphedema Therapist