• Recent associate degree in Physical Therapist Assisting
• Fluent in written and conversational Polish and English
• Member of American Physical Therapy Association
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows and Internet

05/01-07/01     Silver Years Nursing Home, Stirling, NJ
Treated a variety of patients during rotations in the Nursing Center.  Responsible for developing balance activities as well as exercise program to enhance their physical therapy program and total wellness.  Instructed and educated family members, and cared for patients at bedside.  Was educated in basic knowledge of PPS and Rug levels.

02/01-03/01     Physical Therapy Clinic, Colts Neck, NJ
As a Physical Therapist Assistant student, treated a variety of outpatients with modalities such as low and high voltage US, whirlpool, paraffin, massage, exercise and joint mobilization.  Participated in developing work hardening programs and assisted therapist with TMJ treatments.  Was taught sub-occipital stretches, Shoulder School, Back and Neck School programs.

08/00-12/00    Tinton Falls Clinic, Tinton Falls, NJ
Prepared patient treatments and assisted patients with whirlpool, exercise gait training.  Participated and assisted therapist with ROM exercises, PNF techniques and wound care.  Assisted in preparing cervical lumbosacral supports, knee braces, TENS use, and was available to therapist whenever needed.

08/99-Present     St. Jude Rehabilitation Center, Lawrenceville, NJ
Physical Therapy Aide

• Help make therapy sessions productive, under the direct supervision of a physical therapist
• Keep the treatment area clean and organized, and preparing for each patient’s therapy
• Provide help to patients when needed
• Inform the therapist if patients are experiencing difficulty with the treatment

• Review and translate HCFAS/UBs claims
• Provide good judgment on the claims
• Review and accurately interpret provider contracts
• Use problem solving and time management skills