Chelsea

English,

PTA

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Columbus, GA 31909

762-***-****

adbkry@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Self-motivated & highly autonomous PTA. Provision of top of the line patient care using an evidence based practice approach. Prioritization on efficiency and high emphasis on operating within a team based approach to include working with restorative program(s) in order to maintain pt status post rehab. Exemplary documentation skills. Fast learner. Flexible and adaptable to the changing atmosphere of healthcare within various changes occurring in regards to insurance models and reimbursement.

Skill set(s): SNF, LTAC, short & long Rehab, Home Health, adaptable approaches, acute care, easily capable of meeting or exceeding productivity requirements.. Experience in Rehab Optima, Cassamba/smart, & meditech electronic documentation systems.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Supplemental Healthcare May 2019

Full time short term contract position in Macon, GA within SNF rehab setting. Continued growth in communication skills with inter- & multidisciplinary approach to care.

Aegis Therapies from 6/2818-1/2/2019

St Cloud, MN full time experience traveling from various facilities to provide care within SNF rehab setting to residents within PPHP, med A/B insurance populations. Continued growth in communication skills with inter- & multidisciplinary approach to care.

Northampton Rehabilitation Center

Frederick, MD with Anchor Rehabilitation Jan 2018 to March 2018 Full time experience providing care within the SNF rehab setting to residents within PPHP, med A/B insurance populations. Continued growth with inter- & multidisciplinary approach to care.

Meritus Medical Center PTA

Hagerstown, MD with Supplemental Healthcare September 2017 to Dec 2017 Full time 13 week assignment providing care in an inpatient acute care rehab setting. Great experience with inter- & multidisciplinary team approach. Proficiency gained in time management and providing point of care service. Friends House Retirement Community PTA

Sandy Springs, MD with Heritage-Health Pro December 2015 to Aug 2017 Full time position providing care in a largely SNF setting with some outpatient component. Enhancement of clinical skills and knowledge base gained within the 1

geriatric population treating orthopedic, neuro, cardiac, Parkinson’s, and dementia/Alzheimer’s patients. Continued knowledge gained in the identification of gait abnormalities, balance impairments, strength deficits, and operating within a team of supervising physical therapists.

Spring Harbor PTA

Columbus, GA with Heritage-Health Pro Feb. 2013 to December 2015 Full time position providing care in a CCRC with skilled nursing and outpatient component. Extensive clinical knowledge gained within the geriatric population treating orthopedic, neuro, cardiac, Parkinson’s, and dementia/Alzheimer’s patients. Highly proficient identifying safety awareness deficits, improving posture/balance to decrease fall risk, understanding of insurance billing in relation to Medicare A or B patients. Excellent experience gained in scheduling of patients and managing multiple therapist/pt schedules.

Gentiva Home Health PTA

Columbus, GA — July 2014-September 2014

PRN home health care position providing skilled PT services to diverse population of patients.

Azalea Trace Skilled Nursing Facility Healthcare)

Columbus, GA — Dec. 2013-October 2014

PRN position providing care in a skilled nursing and sub-acute rehab setting.Experience gained in wellcare, medicaid, and medicare insurance stipulations.

St. Francis Hospital PTA

Columbus, GA — Feb 2013-October 2013

PRN position working inpatient acute care experience with all patient populations including orthopedic, stroke/neuro, and cardiac/pulmonary. Familiarity with typical post-op orthopedic protocols. Experience gained working within a diverse population of health care professionals including MD’s, nursing staff, respiratory therapy, co-treatments w/OT, CNA’s, and effective usage of physical therapy aides. Efficiency planning of treatments involving working with MD scheduling of medical testing and/or other staff members treating patient. St. Francis Outpatient Clinical Rotation I PTA Student Columbus, GA — Fall 2012

Seven week clinical rotation with experience gained in primarily orthopedic outpatient setting and familiarity gained in protocols for TSA, THA, TKA, ACL reconstruction, and back injuries. Experience gained in lymphedema treatment, ASTYM treatment, usage of modalities (US, estim, heat, and cryotherapy.) 2

Houghston Hospital Clinical Rotation II PTA Student Columbus, GA — Fall 2012

Seven week clinical rotation with experience gained in cardiac, stroke, orthopedic within primarily geriatric population. Settings including rehab and inpatient acute care. Training in FIM scoring system. Experience gained in wound dressing of orthopedic patients.

St. Francis Hospital Rehab Aide

Columbus, GA — Summer 2006-Summer 2011

Assisted PT/PTA staff in all aspects of patient care in inpatient acute care setting including cardiac, stroke, pulmonary, and orthopedic patients with training received in CPM machines, upkeep of therapy equipment, scheduling of patients. Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital PT Tech

Phenix City, AL — Fall 2010-Spring 2011

Assisted PT/PTA staff in all aspects of patient care in inpatient acute care setting including primarily orthopedic patients with extensive training received in wound care, upkeep of therapy equipment, scheduling of PT staff, and prepping rooms for patient treatment session.

Physical Therapy of Phenix City PT Tech

Phenix City, AL - Spring 2010-Fall 2010

Assisted PT/PTA staff in all aspects of patient care in inpatient acute care setting including primarily orthopedic patients with training received in wound care, upkeep of therapy equipment, prepping room for patient treatment, assistance with set up of patient modalities.

NON-RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Uber Partner - Driver June 2019-present

- Communication skills gained with individuals of all ages, races, and disability levels.

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Eyewear Unlimited 2004-2005

- After hours call representative in addition to in office work with patients to include assistance choosing appropriate eyewear & filing. Communication skills gained with individuals of all ages, races, and disability levels.

EDUCATION

Darton State College

Associated of Science in Physical Therapy Assistant — 2011-2012 GPA: 3.9

Dean’s List of Academic Excellence: four semesters Columbus State Univeristy

Bachelor of Science in Exercise — 2006-2012

GPA: 3.4

Dean’s List of Academic Excellence: two semesters

Minor in Psychology

Student Athlete Cross Country – 2006-2008

AREAS OF INTEREST

Geriatric population, fall prevention, balance assessments, aquatics, Astym, NDT, manual therapy, modalities

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION

GA State Physical Therapist Assistant License #003045

(Current) Expires 12/31/21

CLINICAL REFERENCES

Sean Slaughter, Rehab Manager Spring Harbor, 706-***-**** Chiquita Favali, PTA, 240-***-****

Theresa Horton, Physical Therapist Ultra Home Health, 706-***-**** Chemayne Larsen, Physical Therapist, 240-***-****

***Additional references are available upon request*** 4

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