Dianna Balthrop
BUFORD
Summary
Experienced with therapeutic exercises and patient care. Utilizing rehabilitation techniques to aid in patient recovery. Track record of effective collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes. Skilled in patient communication and documentation. Highly motivated and reliable.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Asst
AccentCare Home Health and Hospice
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted physical therapists with patient evaluations and treatment plans.
- Educated patients on exercises and rehabilitation techniques for improved outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress, documenting changes in condition and response to therapy.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure cohesive patient care strategies.
- Educate patients and families on HEP to support continued recovery
Physical Therapist Assistant
Accentcare Home Health and Hospice
08.2015 - 04.2024
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to implement therapeutic interventions effectively.
- Monitored patient progress, documenting changes and communicating with healthcare teams.
- Educated patients and families on rehabilitation techniques and home exercise programs.
Physical Therapist Assistant-Team Leader
Tri Star Rehab
01.2000 - 08.2005
- Assisted physical therapists in developing and implementing patient care plans.
- Monitored patient progress and documented responses to treatments effectively.
- Educated patients and families on therapeutic exercises and home care techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance overall patient outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during therapy sessions and patient interactions.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
Education
Associate of Science - Associate of Science
Hinds Community College
Raymond, Mississippi, MS08-1998
Skills
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Gait training
- Therapeutic exercises
- Patient education
- Strengthening
- Pain management techniques
- Body mechanics instruction
- Wheelchair mobility training
- Caregiver training
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Physical Therapist Asst
AccentCare Home Health and Hospice
06.2024 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Accentcare Home Health and Hospice
08.2015 - 04.2024
Physical Therapist Assistant-Team Leader
Tri Star Rehab
01.2000 - 08.2005
Associate of Science - Associate of Science
Hinds Community College