Physical Therapy Technician Resume Example

I worked at a small medical clinic in Djibouti, Africa. I was on a independent assignment without the help of a Physical Therapist. I performed my own evaluations and treatment plans. I had one Physicians assistant, Two Doctors, and One Surgeon to use as a reference. I was responsible for all clinic ordering and maintaining up to date policies and procedures. Created individualized home exercise programs for outpatient therapy clients to improve health and wellness. Managed a caseload of 6-8 patients per day. Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability.Instructed patients in the safe and effective use of pulleys, weights, inclined surfaces and other equipment.Routinely performed diagnostic and prognostic exams to evaluate muscle, nerve, joint and functional abilities.Expertly customized conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the specific needs of individual patients.Earned repeated commendations from supervisor and patients for providing high-quality, compassionate care.Performed and documented initial exams and determined appropriate diagnoses.Identified and properly documented patient goals, evaluated progress and planned reevaluation.Regularly evaluated effects of treatment and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.Reviewed physician referrals and patient medical records to formulate an accurate diagnosis and best course of treatment.Implemented new systems and policies that directly resulted in improved customer service and regulatory compliance.Recruited new and reorganized existing staff assignments to improve productivity.Compassionately assisted patients with debilitating conditions such as back pain, arthritis, fractures, sports injuries, head injuries, strokes and cerebral palsy.Consulted with other direct-care staff and worked with caregivers to implement home programs that achieved occupational therapy goals.Identified and executed opportunities for performance improvement within all service areas.Advocated for and strove to protect the health, safety and rights of the patient.Actively oversaw patient and resident care activities, medical records and execution of physician orders.Developed clinical programs.Tested neuro-muscular, motor, cognitive and psycho-social skills.Planned for discharges and communicated findings and progress in detailed reports.Facilitated health and healing by cultivating caring relationships with patients.

Facilitated ADLs and assisted patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.Created individualized home exercise programs for outpatient therapy clients to improve health and wellness.Directly supervised 6 Physical Therapy Aides and managed a caseload of 15 patients per day. Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability.Instructed patients in the safe and effective use of pulleys, weights, inclined surfaces and other equipment.Expertly customized conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the specific needs of individual patients.Earned repeated commendations from supervisor and patients for providing high-quality, compassionate care.Increased clinic revenue by 15% through raising patient volume and implementing higher-value procedures. Identified and properly documented patient goals, evaluated progress and planned reevaluation.Regularly evaluated effects of treatment and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.Reviewed physician referrals and patient medical records to formulate an accurate diagnosis and best course of treatment.Implemented new systems and policies that directly resulted in improved customer service and regulatory compliance.Recruited new and reorganized existing staff assignments to improve productivity.Compassionately assisted patients with debilitating conditions such as back pain, arthritis, fractures, sports injuries, head injuries, strokes and cerebral palsy.Routinely used whirlpool baths, ultrasonic machines and ultraviolet and infrared lamps to improve patients' physical health and comfort.Recommended equipment and in-home modifications.Consulted with other direct-care staff and worked with caregivers to implement home programs that achieved occupational therapy goals.Identified and executed opportunities for performance improvement within all service areas.Advocated for and strove to protect the health, safety and rights of the patient.Actively oversaw patient and resident care activities, medical records and execution of physician orders.Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.Developed clinical programs.Administered massage as well as heat, water, ice, electrical, and light stimulation as part of therapeutic programs. Provided the highest quality of care to patients and their families.Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities.Planned for discharges and communicated findings and progress in detailed reports.Facilitated health and healing by cultivating caring relationships with patients.Strictly abided by a regular schedule of therapy.Maintained organized documentation and patient files.

I was deployed to Afghanistan as a Physical Therapy Technician. Myself and my Physical Therapist would go to their Military Medical Hospital, and we would train the Afghan PT Techs and Therapist on modern Physical Therapy procedures and treatment plans. We would have weekly training sessions and they would be taught basic Physical Therapy exams, treatments and procedures. Also, I would follow around the technicians and see how they treated the patients and would help and show better methods of patient care.

I worked at a outpatient clinic. There my job was to Check-in the patient. Perform vital signs, minor procedures, lab work. Also, I was EMT and EVOC Qualified. I worked for three doctors and one nurse helping to maintain the rooms and ensuring the doctors had all the equipment needed to perform his talked. Had a caseload of 18 patients per day.