Assistant Physical Therapist
Resume:
LINDSAY K. LEWIS, PTA, BS
Moosup, CT *****
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Strong team player. Passionate about patient centered care. Strives to “Make a Difference”.
LICENSURE
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant- State of Connecticut, #2102
CPR Certified - American Heart Association, ECARD #195*********
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
January 2020-March 2020,
Clinical Level IIB : 240 Clinic Hours, 6 weeks, 40 hrs/week
July 2019- September 2019,
Clinical Level IB: 80 Clinic Hours, 10 Weeks, 8 hrs/week Colonial Health and Rehab Center, Plainfield CT
● Short and Long-Term Patient Population/ Skilled Nursing Facility
● Independently treated patients for overall strengthening and balance improvement under supervision of PT or PTA and accompanied PT and OT on home evaluations
● Performed various co-treatments with OT staff under supervision of Rehab staff
● Treated CVA, Parkinsons, and mild dementia or confusion and worked with patients to achieve improved independence and clearance for home return.
● Performed post-operative rehabilitation within specific orthopedic protocols and standards
September 2019-December 2019,
Clinical Level IIA : 240 Clinic Hours, 6 weeks, 40 hrs/week Select Physical Therapy, Norwich CT
● Outpatient clinic with therapists certified in LSVT-BIG, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, and Craniosacral Therapy
● Independently managed patient caseload, responsible for complete documentation of treatments and billing under supervision of PTA
● Treated patients varying in age from school-aged pediatric patients following sports injuries to geriatric patients receiving care for general strengthening and balance.
March 2019 - May 2019,
Clinical Level IA: 40 Clinic Hours, 10 Weeks, 4 hrs/week Rhode Island Free Clinic, Providence RI
● Provide outpatient therapeutic care under direct supervision of licensed PTA or PT/ NEIT and URI Clinical Education Staff
● Developed therapy intervention, communication, and documentation skills
● Utilized attained classroom knowledge and applied it to develop patient specific treatment plans and complete appropriate therapeutic interventions
EDUCATION
October 2018- March 2020
New England Institute of Technology, East Greenwich, RI
Associate in Science Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant Technology Accomplishments:
● GPA 3.94
● Honors, Phi Theta Kappa
● Dean’s List each term
September 2002-May 2006
University of New Hampshire, Durham B.S. Animal Science: Equine
EMPLOYMENT
September 2017- February 2020
Part-time Barn Staff, Stepping Stone Ranch, West Greenwich, RI General care and maintenance of horses and farm property and equipment. Mucking, turn-out, handling, riding, feeding, basic healthcare and treatment of any minor injuries.
October 2011 - Current
Owner/Manager, Firefly Meadow Farm
Overseeing the general care and maintenance of boarders’ horses. Mucking, turn-out, handling, feeding, basic health care and treatment of any minor injuries. Management of farm orders for hay/grain/supplies, overall cleanliness and maintenance of the property.
April 2010 - October 2010
Physical Therapy Aide, ProCare Physical Therapy, Groton/New London, CT Assist therapy team in maintaining cleanliness and productivity of facility. Main responsibilities include helping with patient intake, preparing hot and cold packs for patients, assisting with equipment set-up and cleaning, and observing patients perform independent therapeutic exercises under the direct supervision and guidance of the licensed therapists.
2008- 2010
Veterinary Assistant, Animal Care, Kenneth Carlson, DVM Assist Veterinarian with medical treatments and surgery. Monitoring patients during surgery, administering oral and subcutaneous medications indicated by the veterinarian, performing dental cleanings for patients, and caring for animals. Performing Class IV Therapeutic Laser treatments for injury and post-surgical cases as overseen by the veterinarian.
2006-2014
Barista, Starbucks Coffee Company
Customer service, money handling, community service through `Starbucks, accuracy of recipes to ensure customer satisfaction.
2006-2008
Large Animal Veterinary Technician, TNT Equine,PLLC Assisting veterinarians in care for equine patients. This includes monitoring the general health of patients in the clinic, administering medications and other treatments (oral,IM.), collecting blood samples for lab work, and monitoring IV lines. Also involves restrain and handling of horses during medical procedures. Other tasks include stocking ambulatory vehicles, cleaning and maintaining equipment, and making sure the doctor has everything needed for the day.
CERTIFICATIONS, AFFILIATIONS, & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
● CPR/BLS First Aid Certified
● Student Member APTA
● NEIT PTA Club Member
References and letters of recommendation available upon request.
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