Maria Hall

Therapy Assistant

Southern Cross Care

Forrestfield, WA

06.2009 - 12.2024

Recorded patient progress notes, vital signs, and other relevant information for each session.
Encouraged patient participation in their own rehabilitation process through motivation and positive reinforcement.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Participated in continuing education courses related to physical therapy techniques.
Assisted physical therapists in administering treatments to patients with various injuries and illnesses.
Provided support services such as transportation assistance or help with daily living tasks when needed.
Monitored changes in symptoms or condition that may require additional care.
Participated in continuing education courses related to physical therapy practices.
Demonstrated exercises and techniques to patients under the supervision of a therapist.
Observed patients during treatment sessions to ensure safety and appropriateness of activities.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Responded to emergency situations and provided crisis support.
Tracked incoming patient information, intervention plans and patient responses to treatment.
Utilized emerging Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy and Narrative Therapy as treatment approaches.
Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Maintained compliance with HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to determine needs and support daily objectives.
Offered information, support and comfort to patient families.
Assisted employees in scheduling computer and phone updates.
Supported nursing staff in day-to-day operations.
Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Attended training to validate or refresh basic professional skills.
Greeted, guided and offered assistance to patients and visitors.