Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant with Clinical Expertise
Resume:
Julie Finn
248-***-**** *************@*****.*** Commerce Twp, MI
Summary
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant with over three years of clinical experience in acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, and skilled nursing facilities. Skilled in delivering comprehensive patient treatments, therapeutic exercise, gait training, modalities, and home exercise program education. Proven track record in collaborating with supervising Physical Therapists, managing patient documentation, and supervising PTA staff, students, and volunteers to support exceptional patient care.
Skills
Patient Evaluation Support Therapeutic Exercise Gait & Mat Mobility Transfers & Wheelchair Training Prosthetic Training Modalities (Electrical Stimulation, Ultrasound, Traction, Iontophoresis) EMR & Chart Documentation Patient & Family Education Interpersonal & Oral/Written Communication Physical Patient Handling & Heavy Lifting (60+ lbs) Emergency Medical Response
Experience
Physical Therapy Assistant West Bloomfield Health and Rehabilitation Center West Bloomfield, MI 3/2025 – 7/2026
Delivered evidence-based therapeutic treatments and individualized exercise programs for patients in a skilled nursing facility.
Educated patients and families on self-care techniques, mobility transfers, and home exercise plans to support safe discharges.
Maintained accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with facility standards and state licensing regulations.
Monitored patient responses to treatment, modifying daily interventions under the supervision of the attending Physical Therapist.
Physical Therapy Assistant Renewal Rehabilitation Rochester Hills, MI 7/2024 – 2/2025
Executed physical therapy care plans in a skilled nursing environment, focusing on mobility, functional restoration, and strength training.
Instructed patients and family caregivers on self-care, assistive device utilization, and adaptive equipment.
Documented initial, interim, and discharge treatment notes using electronic health record systems.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient rehabilitation goals and outcomes.
Physical Therapy Assistant Ascension Southfield Southfield, MI – 4/2024-7/2024
Provided direct patient care across acute care and inpatient rehabilitation units, utilizing standard physical therapy protocols.
Administered modality treatments, therapeutic exercise, gait training, and transfer techniques to diverse patient populations.
Instructed patients and family members on wheelchair management, home exercise programs, and positioning strategies.
Participated in interdisciplinary team conferences, chart rounds, and discharge planning.
Licensed Massage Therapist & Owner JB Therapeutic & Sports Massage Walled Lake, MI
Managed daily business operations, patient scheduling, documentation, inventory management, and client marketing.
Delivered high-quality massage therapy treatments customized to individual musculoskeletal and therapeutic goals.
Educated clients on preventive self-care, injury prevention, and physical wellness routines.
Physical Therapy Technician HealthQuest Physical Therapy Southfield, MI
Assisted PTs and PTAs with patient therapy programs, setup, and safe modality applications.
Maintained clinic equipment cleanliness, sanitation standards, and laundry inventory.
Managed front desk inquiries, patient scheduling, and customer service operations.
Student Physical Therapy Assistant Prevent Physical Therapy West Bloomfield, MI
Administered PT-prescribed interventions, including muscle stretching, strengthening, and gait retraining.
Provided comprehensive documentation on patient response to treatment for review and cosignature by the licensed PT.
Student Physical Therapy Assistant Mission Pointe Clinton Twp, MI
Executed range-of-motion, gait training, and therapeutic exercises within a rehabilitation setting.
Communicated plan-of-care updates and treatment progress to supervising PTs and care team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Physical Education (Minor: Athletic Training) Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI
Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapy Assistant Macomb Community College Clinton Twp, MI
Certifications & Professional Affiliations
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – State of Michigan
Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) & Licensed Massage Therapist (MI)
Licensed Medical First Responder – State of Michigan
BLS & AED Instructor – American Red Cross & American Heart Association
Member, American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) & APTA Michigan Legislation Committee
Past President & Board Member, Michigan Chapter of AMTA
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