Hi, I’m
CAROLINA JARA
physiotherapist assistant
Stony plain,AB
Summary
Dynamic educator with a track record of success in the classroom. Experienced in developing effective lesson plans and providing individualized feedback. Skilled in managing classroom dynamics and creating engaging learning experiences. Dedicated to inspiring students and helping them reach their full potential. Accommodating professional skilled in developing and delivering engaging, interactive and effective lessons for students of all ages. Passionate about fostering a positive learning environment that encourages creativity, critical thinking and collaboration. Proven ability to assess and adapt to student needs and customize lesson plans accordingly. Adept in using technology to enhance learning and create a more engaging classroom experience. Patient-oriented physical education offering exceptional communication, multitasking and organizational abilities. Expertise in manual therapy techniques, patient evaluations and screening and treatment evaluations. Provides patients with various treatment modalities and therapeutic exercises to reduce pain and improve mobility. Certified in Chile. Dedicated Physical Therapy Professional with more than 17 years of experience working in patient-centered environments. Expert in respiratory adult and children with extensive training in respiratory treatment. Personable and friendly individual known for great work ethic and attention to detail. Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 10 years.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Dynamic Physiotherapy and Wellness
Physical Therapy Aide
11.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted physical therapists in providing treatments to patients, including therapeutic exercise and manual therapy techniques
- Assisted physical therapists in performing administrative tasks such as completing insurance forms or documenting progress notes
- Assisted patients with physical activities and therapeutic exercises
- Demonstrated correct usage of equipment and exercise routines for patient rehabilitation
- Scheduled patient appointments with physical therapists and coordinate therapists' schedules
- Constructed home exercise programs for outpatient and home health patients to maintain therapeutic gains
- Assisted physical therapists in developing individualized treatment plans for patients based on assessment results.
Sturgeon School Division No 24
Occupational Therapist Assistant
10.2023 - 01.2024
Job overview
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
- Evaluated treatment progress and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
CDI College
RTA instructor
02.2023 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Assigned work, correcting and marking projects and tests completed by students
- Developed course lectures to adequately support course readings
- Developed comprehensive course syllabi detailing policies and class schedules
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions focusing on particular areas of need
- Planned lessons with logically sequenced objectives, based on curriculum
- Taught courses according to catalog descriptions to meet defined standards and outcomes
- Encouraged active participation from all students through hands-on activities
- Utilized various teaching strategies to engage students in learning activities
- Promoted a safe learning environment by adhering to safety protocols at all times
- Created assessments to evaluate student progress and comprehension levels.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
ADAM PHYSIO & WELLNESS
Physical Therapist Assistant
06.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Administered traction to relieve neck and back pain, used intermittent and static traction equipment
- Observed patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on responses and progress and provided results to physical therapist in person and through progress notes
- Communicated with and instructed caregivers and family members on patient therapeutic activities and treatment plans
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate and respiration rate during treatments
- Provided patient education on proper body mechanics and home exercise programs
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for each patient based on their diagnosis and goals set by the physical therapist
- Constructed home exercise programs for outpatient and home health patients to maintain therapeutic gains.
private
Physical Therapist
06.2015 - 04.2020
Job overview
- Evaluated patient's range of motion, strength, balance, and coordination to develop an effective treatment plan
- Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as walkers or canes for safe ambulation
- Evaluated effects of treatment at various stages and adjusted treatments to achieve maximum benefit
- Administered manual exercises, massage and traction to help relieve pain, increase patient strength, and decrease and prevent deformity and crippling
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills by effectively communicating with patients, families and other healthcare professionals
- Performed and documented initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and determined diagnosis prior to intervention
- Utilized manual therapy techniques such as soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilizations, muscle energy techniques and myofascial release to improve patient outcomes
- Planned, prepare, or carried out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, or prevent physical dysfunction in patients
- Applied knowledge of anatomy, physiology and kinesiology principles to create effective treatment plans for orthopedic injuries
- Reviewed physician's referral and patient's medical records to help determine diagnosis and physical therapy treatment required
- Obtained patients' informed consent to proposed interventions
- Discharged patient from physical therapy when goals and projected outcomes had been attained and provided for appropriate follow-up care and referrals.
Acadia Physical Therapy and Health Centre
Physical Therapist Assistant
08.2009 - 12.2009
Job overview
- Communicated with and instructed caregivers and family members on patient therapeutic activities and treatment plans
- Monitored operation of equipment and record use of equipment and administration of treatment
- Measured patients' range-of-joint motion, body parts, or vital signs to determine effects of treatments or for patient evaluations.
Queilen Hospital
Physical Therapist
05.2007 - 06.2008
Job overview
- Assisted in conducting research trials related to various aspects of physical therapy treatments
- Conducted thorough assessments to determine impairments in strength, flexibility, range of motion and postural alignment
- Provided educational information about physical therapy and physical therapists, injury prevention, ergonomics, and ways to promote health
- Utilized manual therapy techniques such as soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilizations, muscle energy techniques and myofascial release to improve patient outcomes
- Provided physical therapy services to patients across a range of conditions and diagnoses
- Contributed insight at patient care meetings to achieve patient goals and needs
- Developed appropriate treatment goals and methods in collaboration with patient and caregivers
- Educated patients and their families on the principles of physical therapy and recovery
- Implemented therapeutic modalities and other interventions to promote healing and recovery
- Instructed patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home
- Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as walkers or canes for safe ambulation
- Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans to meet the physical therapy needs of patients.
Education
Catolica del Maule University, Talca, Chile
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Physical Therapy
03.2007
Propam Institute
Assistance of Nurse in Public Health
12.1997
Liceo La Asuncion
High School Diploma
12.1994
Skills
- Instructional Techniques
- Informative Lectures
- Curriculum Planning and Implementation
- Student Counseling
- Post-Secondary Education
- Quizzes, Tests and Exams
Certification
- Certified Training Course of National Program of Acute Respiratory Infections (IRA), Goverment of Chile, Ministry of Health, Santiago, 70 hours
- Certified Resolution Of Conflicts and User Treatment, Goverment of Chile, Ministry of Health Llanquihue Chiloe Palena, Chiloe, 20 hours
- Certified Respiratory Pathology Course, Chilean Society of Respiratory diseases, Puerto Mont, 20 hours
- Certified Updates on Burns Projecting to the Future, Chilean Society of Burns, Santiago, May 25, 26 and 27
- Certified First conference of Kinesiology of the Catholic University of Maule, Faculty of Health Sciences School of Kinesiology, Talca, November 18 and 19, 2005- 20 hours
- Certificate of Completion, hourzero, K-12 school safety - Sturgeon Public School,WHIMIS AWARNESS (AB), November 24, 2023
- Certificate of Completion, hourzero, K-12 SCHOOL SAFETY-Sturgeon Public School, WORPLACE VIOLENCE AND HARASSEMENT (AB), December 01, 2023
- Certificate of Completion, hourzero, K-12 SCHOOL SAFETY-Sturgeon Public School, OHS AWARENESS (AB), November 30, 2023
- Certificate of Completion, hourzero, K-12 SCHOOL SAFETY-Sturgeon Public School, QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE (AB), December 01, 2023
Languages
Spanish
English
Personal Information
Title: Physical Therapist Assistant
References
- Taha Deeb, Business Owner, ADAM PHYSIO & WELLNESS, (780) 934-4441, taha.deeb@gmail.com
- Cindy Ighouba, Campus Manager, CDI College, (780) 975-4995, cindy.ighouba@cdicollege.ca
- Dorothy Bates, Manager, Dynamic Physiotherapy And Wellness, (780) 975-0742, batesdorothy33@gmail.com
- Ubiratan Barradas, PT, Dynamic Physioterapy and Wellness, (902)5986566, physiobira@gmail.com
Timeline
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Sturgeon School Division No 24
10.2023 - 01.2024
RTA instructor
CDI College
02.2023 - 09.2023
Physical Therapy Aide
Dynamic Physiotherapy and Wellness
11.2022 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
ADAM PHYSIO & WELLNESS
06.2022 - 12.2022
Physical Therapist
private
06.2015 - 04.2020
Physical Therapist Assistant
Acadia Physical Therapy and Health Centre
08.2009 - 12.2009
Physical Therapist
Queilen Hospital
05.2007 - 06.2008
Catolica del Maule University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Physical Therapy
Propam Institute
Assistance of Nurse in Public Health
Liceo La Asuncion
High School Diploma
- Certified Training Course of National Program of Acute Respiratory Infections (IRA), Goverment of Chile, Ministry of Health, Santiago, 70 hours
- Certified Resolution Of Conflicts and User Treatment, Goverment of Chile, Ministry of Health Llanquihue Chiloe Palena, Chiloe, 20 hours
- Certified Respiratory Pathology Course, Chilean Society of Respiratory diseases, Puerto Mont, 20 hours
- Certified Updates on Burns Projecting to the Future, Chilean Society of Burns, Santiago, May 25, 26 and 27
- Certified First conference of Kinesiology of the Catholic University of Maule, Faculty of Health Sciences School of Kinesiology, Talca, November 18 and 19, 2005- 20 hours
- Certificate of Completion, hourzero, K-12 school safety - Sturgeon Public School,WHIMIS AWARNESS (AB), November 24, 2023
- Certificate of Completion, hourzero, K-12 SCHOOL SAFETY-Sturgeon Public School, WORPLACE VIOLENCE AND HARASSEMENT (AB), December 01, 2023
- Certificate of Completion, hourzero, K-12 SCHOOL SAFETY-Sturgeon Public School, OHS AWARENESS (AB), November 30, 2023
- Certificate of Completion, hourzero, K-12 SCHOOL SAFETY-Sturgeon Public School, QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE (AB), December 01, 2023
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