Gwen Purvis
Florence,MS
Summary
Professional, experienced healthcare assistant equipped to support physical therapy. Strong background in patient care, therapeutic exercise programs, and rehabilitation techniques. Excellent team collaborator with consistent focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes and adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in therapeutic interventions, patient communication, and documentation. Reliable and driven to contribute positively to patient recovery and wellness.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Mid-South Rehab Services
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- 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.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Developed and facilitated patient specific stretching and strengthening programs.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Streamlined clinic operations by managing therapy equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for patient sessions.
- Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
Physical Therapist Assistant
AccentCare
05.2018 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Promoted faster recovery for post-surgical patients with tailored stretching and strengthening exercises.
- Provided in-home therapeutic treatments to patients after joint replacement surgery.
Physical Therapist Assistant
LTC 2 Rehab
08.2011 - 05.2018
- Supported optimal patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Maintained detailed patient records to track progress and adjust treatments for optimal outcomes.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Trinity Rehabilitation
07.2010 - 08.2011
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Mid-South Rehab Services
08.2009 - 07.2010
- Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Amedisys Home Health
04.2007 - 08.2009
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to integrate physical therapy with overall patient care plans.
- Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Increased patient compliance with home exercise programs by providing clear instructions, demonstrations, and printed materials for reference.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly clients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
Physical Therapist Assistant
NHC Home Care
06.2005 - 04.2007
- Conducted patient assessments to develop appropriate therapy plans, ensuring personalized care.
- Improved patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication about treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Methodist Rehabilitation Outpatient Clinic
11.2003 - 06.2005
- Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Contributed to overall clinic efficiency by assisting with equipment setup, inventory management, and patient scheduling as needed.
- Provided patient education on post-therapy care, leading to decreased instances of re-injury.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Baptist Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
11.2002 - 11.2003
- Assisted athletes in their return to sport activities through sport-specific training programs targeting agility, endurance, power, speed development.
- Assisted in reducing patient recovery periods with application of targeted therapeutic exercises.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
- Assisted in reducing patient pain levels through targeted massage therapy, heat/cold treatments, and electrical stimulation.
Education
Associate's - Physical Therapist Assistant
Hinds Community College
Jackson, MS12-2002
Skills
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Functional mobility training
- Gait training
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Mid-South Rehab Services
06.2024 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
AccentCare
05.2018 - 06.2024
Physical Therapist Assistant
LTC 2 Rehab
08.2011 - 05.2018
Physical Therapist Assistant
Trinity Rehabilitation
07.2010 - 08.2011
Physical Therapist Assistant
Mid-South Rehab Services
08.2009 - 07.2010
Physical Therapist Assistant
Amedisys Home Health
04.2007 - 08.2009
Physical Therapist Assistant
NHC Home Care
06.2005 - 04.2007
Physical Therapist Assistant
Methodist Rehabilitation Outpatient Clinic
11.2003 - 06.2005
Physical Therapist Assistant
Baptist Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
11.2002 - 11.2003
Associate's - Physical Therapist Assistant
Hinds Community College
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