Fernando Santiago Shaw
Bayamon
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 8 years.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapy Assistant
Paso A Paso, Inc.
03.2020 - 08.2023
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
Physical Therapy Assistant Home Care
GA Gregoria Auffant, Inc
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Provided in-home therapeutic treatments to patients after hip replacement surgery.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programmes for improved at-home support.
- Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
- Evaluated patient strength and range of motion to devise personalized regimes.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Implemented kinesiology taping to improve joint range of motion and reduce inflammation.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
Physical Therapy Assistant
UNIMED Universal Medical Option, Inc
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided in-home therapeutic treatments to patients after hip replacement surgery.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
- Evaluated patient strength and range of motion to devise personalized regimes.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Set up equipment ahead of treatments to maintain smooth appointment schedules.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Implemented kinesiology taping to improve joint range of motion and reduce inflammation.
Physical Therapy Assistant
St. Jude Nursing & Rehab Facility, PT Lizbeth Ortega
07.2016 - 09.2017
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programmes for improved at-home support.
- Evaluated patient strength and range of motion to devise personalized regimes.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
Physical Therapy Assistant - Intern
Medicina Deportiva del Caribe
12.2014 - 07.2015
- Observed patient tolerance and status during treatment to modify treatment program if necessary.
- Administered initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
- Worked one-on-one to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability.
- Performed therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills.
Sales Manager
Save Time - The Lunch And Catering Buffet
08.2013 - 01.2015
- Operation Control
- Food Quality Control
- Dish Washer
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
- Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
Shipping Supervisor
United Logistics - B. Fernandez & Hnos., Inc.
10.2012 - 05.2013
- Verify customers’ order correctness and register deviation.
- Invoice customers’ orders, monitor customers’ orders dispatch, coordinate LTL carriers customers’ orders assignment and supervise LTL carriers loading process.
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Inspected work areas to keep free of hazards and maintain proper function of safety equipment.
Messenger & Assitant
Bou Electric, Inc
10.2007 - 01.2010
- Delivered and collected packages on tight schedule.
- Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
Store Manager Trainee
Movie Star Video
06.2006 - 08.2007
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
- Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
- Welcomed customers and provided assistance in locating and purchasing products.
- Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences.
- Folded and arranged merchandise in attractive displays to drive sales.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Universidad Central De Bayamon
Bayamon, PRAssociate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
National University College
Bayamon, PR05.2015
Bachelor of Science - in Nursing
Colegio Universitario De San Juan
San Juan, PR2012
Bachelor of Arts - Technology Engineering Program
University of Puerto Rico
Bayamon, PR2009
High School Diploma -
Academia Santo Tomas De Aquino
Bayamon, PR05.2007
Skills
- Physical Training, Injury Prevention
- Periodization Routines, Physical Therapy
- Massages, Cash Flow Management
- Customer Service, Sales, Basic Computer
- Skills, English Literate
- Interest Biology, Kinesiology, Therapy, Massages
- Nutrition, Training, Parenthood, Economy
Certification
- Licensed Personal Trainer #6683-13845121 of DRD Instituto Especializado en Educación y Aptitud Fisica - 2014
- Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant #3361 - 2015
- Certified Children's Yoga Teacher IYTA - Escuela Superior De Yoga de la Asociacion Internacional de Profesores de Yoga - 2023
Interest
Biology, Kinesiology, Therapy, Massages, Nutrition, Training, Parenthood, Economy, Yoga, Meditation, Exercise, Healthy Lifestyle
Timeline
Physical Therapy Assistant
Paso A Paso, Inc.
03.2020 - 08.2023
Physical Therapy Assistant Home Care
GA Gregoria Auffant, Inc
08.2018 - 01.2020
Physical Therapy Assistant
UNIMED Universal Medical Option, Inc
01.2018 - 05.2019
Physical Therapy Assistant
St. Jude Nursing & Rehab Facility, PT Lizbeth Ortega
07.2016 - 09.2017
Physical Therapy Assistant - Intern
Medicina Deportiva del Caribe
12.2014 - 07.2015
Sales Manager
Save Time - The Lunch And Catering Buffet
08.2013 - 01.2015
Shipping Supervisor
United Logistics - B. Fernandez & Hnos., Inc.
10.2012 - 05.2013
Messenger & Assitant
Bou Electric, Inc
10.2007 - 01.2010
Store Manager Trainee
Movie Star Video
06.2006 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Universidad Central De Bayamon
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
National University College
Bachelor of Science - in Nursing
Colegio Universitario De San Juan
Bachelor of Arts - Technology Engineering Program
University of Puerto Rico
High School Diploma -
Academia Santo Tomas De Aquino
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