COLLEEN CORCORAN

**** *** **** ********* * Annapolis, Maryland 21403

717-***-**** adrtpl@r.postjobfree.com

PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Focused professional with excellent technical knowledge and skills who establishes excellent rapport with patients and therapists to create trusting rehabilitation and working relationships. Proven proficient in orthopedic rehabilitation skills with additional experience in a range of physical therapy patient conditions. Accomplished at data analysis and interpreting information to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care. Collaborates effectively with therapists to develop treatment plans to achieve patients’ optimal level of functional health.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE / SPECIALTIES

Aquatic exercise and rehabilitation

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Patient Education

HIPPA compliant

EMR proficient

HCHB proficient

Insurance reimbursement

Patient Safety

Orientation & Training

Diverse Therapy Techniques

Workers’ compensation cases

Self-motivated

Adaptable

Detail-oriented

CPT coding/billing

Equipment Operation & General Maintenance

Modality and therapeutic exercise intervention

Strength and Conditioning programs

Sports-specific exercise programs

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

HOMECALL

Annapolis, Maryland October 2020-Present

Physical Therapy Assistant

Fall prevention strategies

Reporting patient progress, needs, issues to respective supervisors and clinicians

Post-surgical conditions such as total hip and total knee arthroplasty

Utilize available resources to maximize the patient’s experience

Education continuation on COPD, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Incontinence, Alzheimer’s, Dementia

Ability to schedule patients and manage multiple patients

Autonomy to provide treatment to the patient based upon patient’s needs of that day

Caregiver training for home exercises, transfers, and equipment use

Establish treatment plans to improve patient’s mobility and increase function in the home

ATI PHYSICAL THERAPY April 2018-October 2020

Bowie, Maryland

Physical Therapy Assistant

Active and passive listening skills to fully understand the patient and their needs

Cultural sensitivity

Critical thinking and time management to appropriately schedule and make appropriate therapeutic decisions during treatment

Ability to multitask with multiple different patients while instructing support staff

Ability to negotiate and problem solve with Nurse Case Managers to effectively treat patients

Able to meet deadlines in high volume clinic

Able to perform autonomously and with a clinical team

Develop and maintain patient relationships

EPHRATA MANOR

Ephrata, Pennsylvania June 2017-July 2017

Student Physical Therapy Assistant

Performed goniometry measurements, manual muscle tests, special tests, and passive range of motion

Created patient education tools and resources

Proficient in SOAP notes

Trained patients in proper safety techniques regarding activities of daily living including: toileting, transfers, bed mobility, stair training, and room mobility

Participated home evaluations, discharges, and wheelchair fittings

Developed individualized treatment sessions per Physical Therapist's requests focusing on balance and lower extremity strength

Created and presented LSVT Big therapy education program for post-acute/long term care rehabilitation professionals

MARTIN FOOT AND ANKLE

York, Pennsylvania April 2017- May 2017

Student Physical Therapy Assistant

Performed goniometry measurements, manual muscle tests, taping, and joint mobilizations

Observed patient evaluations and performed patient re-evaluations

Modified treatment interventions when necessary

Demonstrated proficiency in SOAP note writing and billing

Performed physical therapy modalities

Educated and clarified exercise interventions to patients

Researched and created in-service project and educated Martin Foot and Ankle team of therapists in diabetic neuropathy and wound care

THE HETRICK CENTER

Middletown, Pennsylvania

Student Physical Therapy Assistant September 2016 (2 weeks)

Performed goniometry measurements, Range of motion measurements, assisted in Passive Range of Motion, and assisted in exercise programs

Assisted in patient evaluations and re-evaluations

Assisted in gait training and patient ambulation

Assisted in modifying treatment programs and goals

Performed physical therapy modalities such as e-stim, ultrasound, ice, heat, and massage

Assisted in aquatic physical therapy

Assisted in writing SOAP notes

LITITZ RECREATION CENTER

Lititz, Pennsylvania June 2015 – April 2018

Aquatic Fitness Instructor

Motivated and energetic, with experience in teaching a wide range of ages with the ability to instruct and observe participants in proper skill techniques

Classes focused around a total body approach; physical, social as well as cognitive

Key Accomplishments:

Created and promoted two older adult aquatic classes

Aqua Barre (6-13 students)

Water walking (6-10 students)

Substitute instructor for other older adult aquatic classes including Arthritis and Fibromyalgia, Joints in Motion, and Deeper Power

BODY ZONE SPORTS AND WELLNESS COMPLEX

Wyomissing, Pennsylvania January 2015-April 2015

Student Intern

Worked alongside personal trainers

Supervised patients during exercise regimens

Assisted in Aquatic fitness classes including Water walking, Deep water, and Aqua Zumba

EDUCATION

Participation in continuing education courses

Central Penn College- Associate's degree in Applied Physical Therapy

Completed program July 2017

Graduated Cum Laude

Alvernia University-Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Science with focus in Athletic Training, minor in Biology and a concentration in Gerontology

Graduated May 2015

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