Crystal Zamora
Pirtleville
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate licensed physical therapist assistant with experience at Pivot Physical Therapy. Expert in therapeutic exercises and manual therapy, effectively enhancing patient mobility and function. Proven ability to collaborate with teams, and manage time efficiently, ensuring optimal care outcomes. Motivated to help people, and hungry to learn.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Pivot Physical Therapy
Norfolk
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Handled a caseload of 11 patients, showcasing strong time management skills.
- Guided patients through exercises and mobility activities, while educating them in proper body mechanics and overall safety.
- Executed manual therapy techniques and applied modalities as needed to enhance patient function, mobility, and pain management.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to adjust patient plans, ensuring alignment with daily progress and status updates.
- Educated families on patient safety and management of expectations to enhance care outcomes.
- Conducted an in-service on hereditary spastic paraplegia to inform staff about effective treatment strategies.
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital (Acute-Care)
VA Beach
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Positioned patients with diverse health conditions in bed to prevent bedsores, ensuring maximum comfort.
- Provided therapeutic exercises at bedside to improve strength, mobility, and activity tolerance.
- Assisted patients with ambulation training to improve overall independence and mobility.
- Measured and provided patient education on the proper use of assistive devices to promote safety and self-sufficiency.
- Collaborated with supervising physical therapist to develop effective treatment plans and recommend appropriate next level of care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assisting
South University
Virginia Beach12-2024
Skills
- Therapeutic exercises
- Anatomy
- Manual Therapy
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Assistive device training
- Communication skills
- Gait analysis
- Medical terminology
Accomplishments
- Highest GPA
Certification
- Arizona Physical Therapist Assisting license
- BLS
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Pivot Physical Therapy
09.2024 - 12.2024
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital (Acute-Care)
07.2024 - 08.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assisting
South University
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