PATRICK WEIGAND

Physical Therapist Assistant

Phoenix, AZ 85032

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480-***-****

I am a mature, enthusiastic and competant physical therapist assistant with nearly four years of working and teaching with the senior population in an rehabilitation environment. I am able to develop and enhance my clients quality of life physically, emotionally, and holistically by safely building their confidence and ability to challenge their present physical circumstances and improve over all well being. Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Alzheimers and Dementia Caregiver

Auberge Memory Care - Scottsdale, AZ

August 2019 to Present

As a caregiver working with those challenged with Alzheimer's and Dementia I bring a high level of maturity, patience and caring that allows me to relate to my clients in am emotional, holistic approach that I feel help my clients remember how they have been treated and respond more positively to me. Leave of Absence

Home - Salem, OR

June 2018 to August 2019

Due to family hardships and health circumstances this past year and a half, I was not available to effectively work as a PTA or caregiver.

These issues have been successfully resolved and I strongly feel that they have helped me become a more capable and effective PTA and caregiving companion.

I am employable in Oct 2019 so as to obtain Az licensure. My licensure is still in good standing and active in Oregon. Physical Therapist Assistant

Salem Transitional Care - Salem, OR

October 2015 to June 2018

1. As a physical therapist assistant I am responsible for the accurate and proper implementation of physical therapy to our senior population as designated by the Physical Therapist. 2. I am continually assessing patient response to therapy by monitoring patient vital signs and response to therapy to ensure safe, effective quality therapy.

3. Assess patient ambulation quality to determine stability, balance and fall risk to include patient instruction in proper stepping accuracy.

4. Instructs and educates patient in proper utilization of orthotics for correct fit, donning and doffing and safety during ambulation.

5. Demonstrates, and assesses patient correct use and application of all assistive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers WORK EXPERIENCE

and power chairs.

6. Responsible for timely and accurate documentation reflecting changes in patients physical and emotional status and communicates necessary changes to physical therapist. 7. My excellent communication skills allow me to accurately and proficiently communicate with my patients and other clinical professionals and family members concerning changes, needs and progression of patient status. Associate in Physical Therapy in Physical Therapy

Carrington College Mesa Az - Mesa, AZ

November 2010 to May 2012

Rehababilitation (4 years)

Rehab Optima and Mckesson software documentation (4 years) Home Health Care (Less than 1 year)

Branch: Army/Airfoce

Service Country: United States

Rank: E5

Commendations:

2 Honorable Discharges

Physical Therapist Assistant

March 2014 to December 2019

PTA Oregon License # 09139

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