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Amy Pereira

Plymouth

Summary


Skilled and knowledgeable physical therapy professional with proven track record of delivering impactful patient care. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving consistent, positive outcomes. Adept at adapting to changing needs, ensuring reliable support and effective communication. Expertise in therapeutic exercises, patient education, and rehabilitation techniques.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

HealthPRO Heritage
06.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
  • Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
  • Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Norton Healthcare
03.2021 - 06.2024
  • Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in various modalities, such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and heat/cold therapy applications.
  • Promoted overall health through education on proper body mechanics, injury prevention strategies, and wellness activities for diverse patient populations.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Preferred Therapy Services
01.2018 - 03.2021
  • Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
  • Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
  • Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
  • Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.

Education

Associate of Science - Physical Therapy

Community College of Rhode Island
Newport, RI

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Marketing

Bryant University
Smithfield, RI

Skills

  • Post-surgical rehabilitation
  • Geriatric physical therapy
  • Orthopedic rehabilitation
  • Functional mobility training
  • Gait training
  • Patient education

Interests

  • Gardening
  • Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP)
  • Hiking

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

HealthPRO Heritage
06.2024 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Norton Healthcare
03.2021 - 06.2024

Physical Therapist Assistant

Preferred Therapy Services
01.2018 - 03.2021

Associate of Science - Physical Therapy

Community College of Rhode Island

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Marketing

Bryant University

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