Brooklyn Center MN
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Physical Therapist Assistant/ Care Coordinator Nov. 2018- Nov.2019
CaringEdge Outpatient LLC
Similar PTA tasks to previous positions
Independently managed insurance authorization, input information, and fax review and storage
Acted as the main point of contact for patient families regarding care plans, insurance, and payment information
As the first Care Coordinator for this company in MN, trained new Care Coordinators in the role and shared best practices
Physical Therapist Assistant Nov. 2016- Nov. 2018
Northridge Care Center
Similar PTA tasks to previous positions
Collaborated on a care team with 30+ physical and occupational therapists, adapted to various preferences and communication styles to provide a seamless patient experience
Exercised appropriate independence in developing the specifics of patient care plans to meet PT- or OT-dictated goals
PRN (As needed) Physical Therapist Assistant May 2016- Dec. 2016
On Call Clinicians, Rehab Care, Synertx
Similar PTA tasks to previous positions
Effectively managed productivity levels including frequent in-week or in-day travel to different local sites
Physical Therapist Assistant Feb. 2015- Mar. 2016
Bethel Care Center
Similar PTA tasks to previous position
Improved documentation skills through formal training as opposed to ad hoc as with traveling
Traveling Physical Therapist Assistant Sep. 2012- Jan. 2015
Ardor Health (TX), Jackson Therapy Company (TX, NE)
Completed duties of a PTA in a 3-6 month traveling position, including implementing patient treatment plants, collaborating with PTs, and responding to emergent patient needs
Increased functionality and independence of entrusted patients
Adapted quickly to frequently changing environments due to nature of traveling position
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Leadership Experience
Small Group Leader, Hope Community Church Nov. 2017 – present
Provided spiritual leadership by preparing weekly Bible study material, guiding discussions with thoughtful questions, and caring for group members
Organized events such as parties, social nights, community volunteering, and freezer cooking
Peer Mentor, Hope Community Church May 2016 - present
As a mentor, worked with a younger Christian to gently rebuke, help build character and integrity, and offer advice
EDUCATION
A.A.S Physical Therapist Assistant Graduated May 2012
Northland Community and Technical College East Grand Forks, MN
Took elective classes in ethics, psychology and sociology to better understand individuals and groups of people
Jessica Bervik