OBJECTIVE: An entry-level Physical Therapist Assistant position where I can app
ly my education, knowledge and interpersonal skills. PROFILE: I am a self-motivated Physical Therapist Assistant graduate with clini cal affiliation experience in assisting in the provision of physical therapy, pr oviding/modifying interventionsin accordance with changes in patient/client stat us and within the scope of the plan of care that has been established by the Phy sical Therapist. My dedication to achieving both facility and client goals, as w ell as my commitment to professional development, will enable me to make a meani ngful contribution to your practice setting. RELATIVE SKILLS *Able to prepare and maintain accurate records *Knowledge of physical therapy principles, theory, methods and appl ications *Fluent in Russian language, spoken and written *Proficient in proper body mechanics during transfers and gait trai ning *Preparation, treatment implementation and monitoring of patient pr ogress *Windows Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint CLINICAL HISTORY Gainesville Health & Rehab Center Gainesville, VA Spring, 2010 *Recognized patient neuro-physiological and pathological conditions , analyzed data and found the correct necessary treatment approach an d technique with incorporation of adequate treatment and progression *Performed appropriate interventions with respect to individual pat ient's diagnosis and special needs *Consistently reported patient progress/status to allow for updated goals and modifications as determined by physical therapist *Assisted in the physical therapist's assessment of the needs and capabilities of patients with regard to age, level of understanding and emotional status *Provided in-service training to nursing staff in the area of Physi cal Therapy under the supervision and direction of the supervising Physical The rapist Assistant Select PT Annandale, VA Fall, 2009 *Assisted physical therapist in compiling appropriate materials for effective instruction in therapeutic exercises, monitoring patients' response to education, and adapting programs *Performed data collection to include application of goniometry, MM T, special tests and modalities Jackson Clinic Herndon, VA Summer, 2009 *Assisted with evaluations and re-evaluations under the supervision of the Physical Therapist Assistant *Ensured all documentation was accurate, completed within expected time frames, legible, and efficient *Participated in one day workshop on Pelvic Joint Evaluation conduc ted by Jackson Clinic EDUCATION Northern Virginia Community College, Springfield,VA 2008-2010 AS, Physical Therapy Assisting G PA 3.3 / 4.0 Krasnoyarsk State Institute of Trade and Economics, Russia 1994-1997 Translated by World Education Services to US equivalent of MS and BS in Nutritio n Technology Management Justice Department of the Krasnoyarsk Region Administration, Russia 1995 Business Certificate PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES *BLS for Healthcare Provider and Heartsaver First Aid certification s from American Heart Association *Completed Introduction for Professionalism, History of Professiona lism in Physical Therapy and Ethical Compass courses from APTA *Volunteered as Blood Pressure Line Manager for Mission of Mercy community service, where over 800 patients were checked and treated *Attended VPTA (Virginia Physical Therapy Association) student conc lave *Participated in presentation to Virginia Delegates on Term Protect ion in Physical Therapy and participated in event summary discussion at mo nthly VPTA meeting *Completed 1 hour VPTA training on Hip Joint Arthroscopy LICENSE STATUS *Successfully completed Prevention of Medical Errors course *Successfully passed NPTAE exam *Results pending on Florida Laws and Rules exam