Brandee Skopnik
Lantzville
Summary
Skilled Rehabilitation Assistant with experience in a hospital setting as well as home care with Vancouver Island Health Authority. Specialized in geriatric rehabilitation, post operative and home exercise programs. Participated in enhancing patient mobility and independence with activities of daily living for safe transitions home and to maintain safety at home through therapy support and teamwork. Demonstrated exceptional skill in functional mobility training and collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehabilitation Assistant, Home & Community Care
Vancouver Island Health Authority
09.2010 - 08.2012
- Assisted with home based physical therapy treatment plans and increased safety and independence at home, under direction and supervision of the Therapist.
- Ensured continuity of care by maintaining clear communication channels with therapists and other healthcare providers.
- Participated in collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to optimize treatment strategies for each client.
- Provided support to clients during physical therapy sessions, enabling increased mobility and functionality.
- Handled administrative tasks such as documenting daily notes about individual treatments provided by therapists.
- Carried out home exercise programs, with adherence to the treatment plans provided by the Therapist.
Rehabilitation Assistant, Enhanced Seniors Team
Vancouver Island Health Authority
06.2010 - 09.2010
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings.
- Provided support to patients during physical therapy sessions, enabling increased mobility and functionality as directed by the Therapist.
- Monitored vital signs before, during, or after exercise routines to ensure safety while maximizing therapeutic benefits.
- Assisted patients during ambulation and activities of daily living to prevent injuries and increase independence.
Education
Therapist Assistant
Okanagan College
Kelowna, BC06-2010
Skills
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Home exercise programs
- Functional mobility and gait training
- Transfer techniques
- Geriatric rehabilitation
- Wheelchair management and training
- Activity modification
- Adaptive equipment use
- Progress monitoring and reporting
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Rehabilitation Assistant, Home & Community Care
Vancouver Island Health Authority
09.2010 - 08.2012
Rehabilitation Assistant, Enhanced Seniors Team
Vancouver Island Health Authority
06.2010 - 09.2010
Therapist Assistant
Okanagan College
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