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PHYSICAL THERAPIST AIDE
Summary

Licensed Physical Therapist with a DPT degree well-versed in physical restoration through therapeutic exercise, hands-on care, and patient education. Highly experienced in helping patients with pain, physical limitations of orthopedic and neurological nature. Expertise in treating pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Collaborative worker with a superior work ethic and interpersonal abilities.

License

State of Illinois Licensed Physical Therapist

License Number: 070.025341

Skills
  • Fluent in English and Polish,
  • Conversant in Russian and Ukrainian.
  • Beginner Spanish
  • Outpatient therapy background.
  • Educated and highly experienced in pain management techniques, manual therapeutic methods; Therapeutic Massage, Segmental Massage, Myofascial Therapy, Limphatic Drainage Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Mulligan Manual Therapy.
  • Proficient and experienced in Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) and NDT Bobath therapeutic Methods.
  • Practiced and skilled in Kinesiotaping Method.
  • Geriatrics experience.
  • Culturally aware, works well with patients of different backgrounds, cultures and languages.
  • Empathetic and patient.
  • Performed team training and supervision.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Superior work ethic.
Experience
Global Spine ClinicNiles, ILPhysical Therapist Aide10/2013 to 09/2014
  • Gained experience in Global Spine Clinic, a busy pain management clinic.
  • Assisting physical therapists with therapy activities for 10-15 patients daily.
  • Operation of equipment relevant to physical therapy exercises.
  • Oversee exercise routines.
  • Managed and ordered supplies to maintain inventory stock.
  • Maintained office and therapy equipment by cleaning and making minor repairs.
  • Assisted in application of traction devices.
  • Monitored equipment use and overall safety of patients.
  • Worked as part of team to execute proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
Ivanchenko Pain and Rehabilitation ClinicBuffalo Grove, ILPhysical Therapy Aide Manager10/2014 to 08/2020
  • Managed a team of four physical therapy aides and two massage therapists in a busy clinic specializing in pain management.
  • Recruited well-qualified candidates to fill vacancies and offer residents unparalleled care.
  • Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data.
  • Followed up with patients about needs and appointments.
  • Assisted patients during physical therapy procedures to restore function and reduce pain.
  • Performed basic repairs on office and medical equipment.
  • Set up equipment and gear for physical therapy appointments according to treatment plans.
  • Helped with basic clinical needs and responded to patient requests.Ordered all supplies needed for the physical therapy and kept tabs on inventory levels.
Ivanchenko Pain and Rehabilitation ClinicBuffalo Grove, ILPhysical Therapist 08/2020 to Current
  • Our clinic specializes in pain management of lower back, cervical spine, and shoulder pain.
  • Directly supervised three physical therapy aides, three massage therapist and managed caseload of 12-15 patients daily.
  • Highly experienced in administering therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques and segmental and therapeutic massage.
  • Administered heat, water, ice, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, magnetic wave treatment, manual traction to the spine as part of therapeutic programs.
  • Worked with neurological and orthopedic patients by administering therapeutic treatments such as Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) and Mulligan Manual Therapy.
  • Provided pediatric physical therapy evaluation and treatment services to children with developmental and neurological disorders trough NDT Bobath Method.
  • Routinely performed diagnostic and prognostic exams to evaluate muscle, nerve, joint and functional abilities.
  • Recruited new and reorganized existing staff assignments to improve productivity.
  • Created individualized home exercise programs trough HEP2go for outpatient therapy clients to improve health and wellness.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science:Physical Therapy07/2011The State Higher Vocational School In Tarnów , Tarnów, Poland
  • Completed clinical internships at multiple rehabilitation clinics and hospitals, under professional supervision of a licensed medical crew.
  • Completed studies over physical therapy in pain management, Kinesiotaping techniques, and kinesiotherapy in low back pain.
  • Internship at County Hospital in Brzesko, Poland. Physical therapy of neurological patients; Observed the initial assessment and testing processes, monitored and scored tests (VAS scale, SFTR, ROM, Neurological coordination tests, gait assessments); Worked with neurological patients on gait, precise body movement; passive and active exercises (Summer 2009).
  • Internship at Pediatric Cerebral Palsy Rehabilitation Clinic in Jadowniki Mokre, Poland. Rehabilitation of children with cerebral palsy, passive, active, gait in orthopedic equipment, occupational therapy (Summer 2010).
  • Internship at State Hospital in Tarnów, Poland. Rehabilitation of neurological and orthopedics patients; PNF and manual therapy techniques (Fall 2010).
  • Internship at Professional Olympic Sports Clinic in Cetniewo, Wladyslawowo, Poland. Experience in biological regeneration, rehabilitation in sports, and sports massage (Summer 2011).
  • Thesis: "Proteinuria After Physical Exercise."
Master of Science:Physical Therapy07/2013University Of Rzeszów, Rzeszów, Poland
  • Certificate in Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) basic course under the instruction of an IPNFA Advanced Instructor.
  • Certificate in Kinesiotaping under an International Kinesiotaping instructor.
  • Completed multiple courses; classic therapeutic massage, Lymphatic massage, biological regeneration, motor rehabilitation, segmental massage and acupressure.
  • Internship at a State Hospital in Rzeszow, Poland. Rehabilitation of neurologically and orthopedically disabled children (Summer 2012).
  • Dissertation: "Kinesiotaping in Lower Back Pain."
Non Degree Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy08/2018Philippine Rehabilitation Institute, Quazon City, Philippines
Non Degree Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy03/2019A.T. Still University Of Health Sciences, Kirksville, MO
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Global Spine Clinic
  • Ivanchenko Pain and Rehabilitation Clinic

School Attended

  • The State Higher Vocational School In Tarnów
  • University Of Rzeszów
  • Philippine Rehabilitation Institute
  • A.T. Still University Of Health Sciences

Job Titles Held:

  • Physical Therapist Aide
  • Physical Therapy Aide Manager
  • Physical Therapist

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Physical Therapy 07/2011
    Master of Science : Physical Therapy 07/2013
    Non Degree Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy 08/2018
    Non Degree Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy 03/2019

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