Objective
To secure a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant travel position.
Education
Associates of Applied Science
Physical Therapist Assistant, expected graduation date: September 3, 2010
Colby Community College, Colby,Ks
Rehabilitation Aide, May, 2004
Colby Community College
Activities Director Certificate/Social Services Designee, Aug, 2004
Colby Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant, Jan, 1994
Barton County Community College
Awards
Phi Theta Kappa Honor’s Society
Work Experience
Rehabcare, Inc
Program Director
Osage Nursing Center and Rehab
1017 main
Osage City, Ks 66523
Wesley Medical Center, Nov 29, 2010-Feb 26, 2011
550 North Hillside
Wichita, Ks 67214-4976
Inpatient Acute Care, Level 1 trauma center
Working with Geriatrics, Bariatrics, CICU, MICU, IMU, Orthopedics, General Acute, Post MVA, Post TBI
For Comphealth Travel Agency
Rehabilitation Supervisor, Oct, 2004-May,2008
Lutheran Home of WaKeeney, Ks
Oversee the completion of resident’s therapeutic plan of care
Meet once a week with other Ancillary staff to discuss any changes needed
Assist with Material Data Sheets as needed by the Director of Nursing
Make referrals as needed to the Physical Therapist as needed
Assist on the floor as a Certified Nursing Assistant as needed
Activities Director/Social Service Designee
Plan and incorporate activities in the daily lives of nursing home residents
Transport residents to appointments as needed
Meet with the Social Worker once a month to go over any needs of the residents
Certified Nursing Assistant
Follow through with resident’s Activities of Daily Living
Clinical Sites
Western Plains Outpatient Clinic, Outpatient
Assisted with General Outpatient
Worked with modalities such as: cervical and lumbar traction, ESTIM, Ultra Sound, hot/cold modalities,
massage therapy,
NuStep, Biodex, treadmill, weights
Dodge City, Ks 67801
August 9-September 2, 2010
Patrick Unruh, Clinical Instructor
Stormont-Vail, Inpatient
Assisted with Acute Care
Joint Venture Clinic, acute total hip, acute total knee
Spine Clinic, acute spinal injuries from complete severe to spinal fusions
Outpatient Therapy which included: US, ESTIM, massage, hot/cold modalities, traction, biodex, iontophoresis, NuStep, Stair training
Topeka, Ks 66601
June 27-July 30, 2010
Julie Haverkamp, Clinical Instructor
Hays Medical Center, Inpatient
Assisted with Acute care
Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Orthopedics, Geriatrics, Cardiac, General Acute
Observed in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Hays, Ks 67601
May 23-June 25, 2010
Melissa Johnson, Clinical Instructor
Colby Medical Center, Outpatient/Inpatient
Performed outpatient therapy on orthopedics, cardiac, general weakness
Worked with modalities such as: hot/cold packs, iontophoresis, phonophoresis, US, ESTIM, Whirlpool,
Lumbar traction, bracing, CPM machines
Observed wound care on patients with burns, decubitus ulcers, and lacerations
Assisted with inpatient treatments for general weakness, orthopedics, cardiac.
Colby, Ks 67701
November 25-December 18,2010
Josh, Clinical Instructor
References
Timothy Barker, OTR/L
Manager Inpatient/Outpatient
Occupational/Physical Therapy
550 North Hillside
Wichita, Ks 67214-4976
Tracie Stanton, RPT
Brooke Hul,COTA
What type of setting are you looking for? Any type of field in therapy
When do you want to start a new position? I will be available in two weeks
When is the best time for you to speak on the phone? Anytime
When can you interview?
I would like to interview as soon as possible
What states do you have a license in? Current Ks
Are you open to relocating? If so, where and why? Yes for a position that is worth the move
How far of a commute are you willing to make? Up to 120 miles
What are your salary requirements? Depends on where and permanent or temporary position
How many years of experience do you have? I have a background of almost 20 years of healthcare settings, I have worked as a Rehab aide, nursing assistant, medication aide and other healthcare settings. I have 2 years experience in the Therapy industry
What facilities have you applied to? Travel