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Maria Barrera-Ciotu

Los Angeles,CA

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

Kaiser Permanente, Outpatient
03.2025 - Current
  • Provide outpatient rehab support for a wide range of post-operative patients, including but not limited to total knee/hip arthroplasty, reverse total shoulder, rotator cuff repairs, and ankle ORIF.
  • Deliver individualized therapeutic exercise programs, manual techniques, and modalities under supervision of the physical therapist to enhance mobility, reduce pain, and promote functional recovery.
  • Instruct and supervise patients in prescribed exercise regimens, functional activities, and use of assistive/orthopedic devices (e.g., walkers, slings, braces).
  • Educate patients on post-operative precautions, proper body mechanics, self-care techniques, and home exercise programs to optimize carryover and prevent re-injury.

Physical Therapist Assistant

All Care Therapies, Outpatient
08.2024 - Current
  • Communicate effectively with a diverse patient population presenting with a range of conditions, including neurological and orthopedic diagnoses, to support understanding of treatment goals and exercise programs.
  • Promote a safe and supportive clinical environment by consistently monitoring patients during therapeutic exercises, correcting technique, and observing for adverse reactions or changes in condition.
  • Assist patients with individualized gait, strengthening, and balance training to support rehabilitation goals.
  • Educate patients on safe use and care of at-home TENS and NMES units for pain relief and muscle re-education.

Physical Therapist Assistant

A List Therapy Group, Home Health
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Delivered therapeutic care in home settings under the supervision of a licensed PT, addressing patient mobility, strength, and independence in ADLs.
  • Implemented individualized exercise programs and manual therapy techniques for a diverse caseload, including post-surgical patients and those with generalized weakness or deconditioning.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on safe body mechanics, posture, use of assistive devices, and home safety to reduce fall risk and promote long-term function.
  • Maintained accurate and timely documentation of visits, treatment interventions, patient status, and outcomes to support coordination of care

Physical Therapist Assistant

Active Moving Body Physical Therapy, Outpatient
10.2022 - 06.2024
  • Assisted with pain management using massage, thermal modalities, and electrical stimulation per individualized treatment plans.
  • Supported patient care by collaborating with physical therapists to implement and adjust treatment plans, while ensuring a safe, clean, and well-prepared clinical environment.
  • Maintained thorough, timely documentation of interventions, patient responses, and billing to support quality care and compliance.

Education

Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Concorde Career College
North Hollywood, CA
02.2023

Skills

  • Fluent in English and Spanish
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Excellent Communication
  • Time Management

Certification

  • National CPR Foundation BLS
  • Hospital Fire and Life Safety
  • PTA License #52484

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

Kaiser Permanente, Outpatient
03.2025 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

All Care Therapies, Outpatient
08.2024 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

A List Therapy Group, Home Health
06.2023 - 07.2024

Physical Therapist Assistant

Active Moving Body Physical Therapy, Outpatient
10.2022 - 06.2024

Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Concorde Career College

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