Christina Casano
Lake Grove ,B
Summary
Dynamic and patient-focused Physical Therapist Assistant with a strong clinical foundation, excellent interpersonal communication, proven experience supporting patients and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Adept at building trusting relationships with providers, ensuring high-quality clinical support. Eager to leverage a strong clinical background, technical aptitude and passion for advancing patient outcomes to excel as a CRM Field Clinical Representative with Boston Scientific.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Northwell Health STARS
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted physical therapists in implementing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored patient progress and documented responses to therapy sessions accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on exercise techniques, self-care strategies, and rehabilitation goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and enhance therapeutic outcomes.
- Conducted routine assessments to determine patient needs, adjusting therapies as necessary for optimal results.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
Physical Therapist Assistant
East End Physical Therapy
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Assess treatment plans and make adjustments as needed for maximum benefits.
- Provide in-home therapeutic treatments to patients after hip/knee replacement surgery and for general rehab.
- Follow all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Document each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Administer massages, joint mobilizations (Grades 1-4) and traction to relieve pain, improve comfort levels and decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.
- Teach patients how to live safely within limits of capabilities and celebrate successes.
- Manage time by staying on track for schedule as busy as 3 patients an hour
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
East End Physical Therapy
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Implemented treatment programs for varied patients and those in recovery from injuries and/or pathology.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments as needed for maximum benefits.
- Immense compassion through creating lasting patient/physical therapist assistant relationships and following plan of care.
- Assisted 4 Physical Therapists to initiate different patient care plans in outpatient setting.
- Answered questions from patients via email, phone and in person.
- Conducted therapeutic exercises and monitored patient progress to ensure adherence to protocols.
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Complete Rehab And Sports
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Worked to maintain outstanding patient relationships through compassion and people skills.
- Learned documentation and time management
- Followed plan of care initiated by PT
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
St. Charles Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments as needed for maximum benefits.
- Worked in acute care setting and created individualized exercise programs for patients.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Provided in-home therapeutic exercise plans to patients after discharge.
- Transported patients to and from treatment areas using wheelchairs or providing standing support.
- Created lasting relationships with patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Suffolk County Community College
New York01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Marine Science
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC2011
Skills
- Natural leader
- Outstanding people skills
- Ability to create long lasting patient relationships
- Desire to make positive impact for environment
- Ability to acclimate to new surroundings
- Dependable
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Research skills
- Compassion
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Functional mobility training
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Flexible and adaptable
Work History
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Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Northwell Health STARS
09.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
East End Physical Therapy
01.2021 - 08.2023
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
East End Physical Therapy
11.2020 - 01.2021
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
Complete Rehab And Sports
10.2020 - 11.2020
Student Physical Therapist Assistant
St. Charles Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Marine Science
Coastal Carolina University
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Suffolk County Community College