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Jillian Helgesen

Smyrna

Summary

Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Knowledgeable in rehabilitation in the home health setting and caseload management. Successful career history comprising more than 15 years of experience.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

AHC Northside
05.2024 - Current
  • Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities/long term living focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies for elderly patients at increased risk of injury due to balance impairments.
  • Enhanced patient rehabilitation outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
  • Maintained detailed patient records to track progress and adjust treatments for optimal outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient recovery times by implementing personalized rehabilitation programs under supervision of physical therapists.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Kaiser Permanente
02.2018 - 10.2023
  • Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs.
  • Educated families and caregivers on treatment programs for improved at-home support.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes and medication changes in electronic medical records.
  • Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
  • Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment patterns to reflect changes.
  • Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation.
  • Monitored patient progress and reported changes to the physical therapist.
  • Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
  • Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Sevati Therapeutics Home Health Incorporated
07.2012 - 01.2018
  • Treatments focusing on patients experiencing overall de-conditioning, post-operative joint replacements and general orthopedic conditions, gait training and neurological disorders.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Fullerton Physical Therapy and Sports Care Incorporated
07.2008 - 06.2012
  • Duties including therapeutic exercise rehabilitation of adolescent to geriatric orthopedic patients, hands-on rehabilitation for modality type treatments, gait training and documentation as to the patient’s specific treatment.

Education

Associate of Arts - Physical Therapist Assistant

Cerritos College
Norwalk, California
05.2008

Bachelors of Science - Kinesiology: Emphasis in Clinical Exercise Science

California State University Fullerton
05.2005

Skills

  • Home Health Care
  • Post-Hip/Knee Arthroplasty Surgical Rehabilitation
  • Geriatric Physical Therapy
  • Functional Mobility Training
  • Ambulatory Functional Activities
  • Bed, Toilet, Shower, Car Transfers

Accomplishments

Awarded 2019 PTA of the Year - KP Valley Home Care Services from Kaiser Permanente.

Clinical Affiliations

  • St. Jude Centers for Rehabilitation and Wellness. Brea, California.

      Supervisor: Armando Morales, PTA, 02/2008 - 03/2008

  • Casa Colina Rehabilitation Center. Pomona, California.

      Supervisor: Ruben Sanchez, PTA, 10/2007 - 11/2007

  • San Antonio Community Hospital. Upland, California.

      Supervisor: Jessica Gilstrap, PTA, 02/2007 - 03/2007

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

AHC Northside
05.2024 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

Kaiser Permanente
02.2018 - 10.2023

Physical Therapist Assistant

Sevati Therapeutics Home Health Incorporated
07.2012 - 01.2018

Physical Therapist Assistant

Fullerton Physical Therapy and Sports Care Incorporated
07.2008 - 06.2012

Associate of Arts - Physical Therapist Assistant

Cerritos College

Bachelors of Science - Kinesiology: Emphasis in Clinical Exercise Science

California State University Fullerton
Jillian Helgesen