Physical Therapist Assistant

V A N E S S A S I M O N

Lead Physical Therapist Assistant

A: 12 Willow Dr, Ocean NJ 07712 P: 609-***-**** E: *****.*******@*****.*** L: www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-simon98 OBJECTIVE:

Detail-oriented healthcare professional transitioning into non-clinical roles. Experienced in regulatory compliance, data management, and patient monitoring. Adept in maintaining meticulous documentation, ensuring protocol adherence, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to optimize clinical outcomes. Passionate about evidence-based practice, ethical research conduct, and improving patient care through research advancement.

SKILLS:

Data collection and Compliance

CPR/BLS Certified

Effective time management

Leadership and Training

Communication skills

Medical Terminology

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Lead Physical Therapist Assistant

Tender Touch Rehabilitation, Holmdel, NJ

December 2024 - Present

● Assist the Director of Rehab with administrative tasks, including insurance verification and regulatory documentation.

● Monitor patient progress, adjust care plans, and collaborate with healthcare teams to improve functional outcomes.

● Educate patients and families on therapeutic interventions and safety protocols. Physical Therapist Assistant

Reliant Rehabilitation, Freehold, NJ

May 2023 - December 2024

● Managed care for 15-25 patients daily, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with treatment protocols.

● Conducted progress assessments comparable to data collection and monitoring.

● Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to align patient care with clinical objectives.

● Recognized as Employee of the Month for outstanding patient care and performance. EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology August 2016 - May 2020 The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant August 2020 - August 2022 The Pennsylvania State University-Eberly, Lemont Furnace, PA RESEARCH/PROJECTS:

Co-presented at the Educational Leadership Conference in Atlanta, GA in 2021 regarding research on PTA program development, accreditation standards, and education gaps.

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