Kristina Hollands
HIGHLAND
Summary
Experienced with therapeutic exercises and patient rehabilitation. Utilizes advanced techniques to improve patient mobility and comfort. Knowledge of patient communication and therapeutic modalities to support comprehensive care.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapy Assistant
Arrowhead Orthopedics
07.2013 - 12.2024
- Conducts aquatic physical therapy with patients who have failed previous attempts at conservative therapy
- Monitors and reassess treatment plans constantly to fit the needs of patients for functional improvement
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Documented accurately all progress of clients towards set goals for review of DPT
- Contributed to increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and clear communication throughout the rehabilitation process.
Physical Therapy Assistant
Loma Linda University Medical Center
09.2010 - 07.2016
- Develops treatment plans for patients based on established goals from DPT
- Guided and motivated patients in the inpatient setting to follow through with treatment plans
- Demonstrated empathy and established relationships with patients to improve quality care
- Maintained effective communication with healthcare/medical personnel, patients, and families
- Therapeutics included gait training, therapeutic exercises, bed mobility, and stair training
Physical Therapy Assistant
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center
09.2005 - 09.2011
- Collaborated with DPT in rehabilitation treatment of patients in inpatient and outpatient facilities
- Consulted with case management to assess patient readiness for discharge and set discharge planning goals
- Administered wound care using selective debridement with sharp instrumentation, and skilled dressing
- Conducts orientation for new hires and student interns to become acclimated with position and site location
Physical Therapy Assistant
P.O.S.T.
10.2001 - 08.2005
- Collaborated with DPT in rehabilitation treatment of patients outpatient facilities
- Front office support by filing, scheduling, phone communication, collecting copayments, and retrieval of authorizations for treatment
- Treatments included application of modalities, and therapeutic exercises to increase mobility and strength of patients
- Facilitated a back program including, proper lifting, sleeping positions, and computer posture establishing preventative measures for back injuries
Education
Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling
California State University
San Bernardino05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA06.2022
Physical Therapy Assistant Licensure -
02.2002
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA06.2001
Associate of Science - General Education
Riverside Community College
Riverside, CA06.1998
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA requirements
- Therapeutic exercises
- Range of motion assessment
- Theoretical knowledge of disability through coursework and two decades of practicing as a P T A
- Excellent organizational skills and planning skills with sense of priority for deadlines
- Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communication skills
- Able to adapt and learn quickly in new environments
Timeline
Physical Therapy Assistant
Arrowhead Orthopedics
07.2013 - 12.2024
Physical Therapy Assistant
Loma Linda University Medical Center
09.2010 - 07.2016
Physical Therapy Assistant
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center
09.2005 - 09.2011
Physical Therapy Assistant
P.O.S.T.
10.2001 - 08.2005
Physical Therapy Assistant Licensure -
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
Loma Linda University
Associate of Science - General Education
Riverside Community College
Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling
California State University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University, San Bernardino
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