Ryan Ayers
Knoxville
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant skilled in advanced manual therapy, post-surgical rehabilitation, and patient assessment. Committed to compassionate patient care and effective communication to enhance rehabilitation outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Tennessee Orthopedic Alliance
Knoxville
06.2024 - Current
- Supported physical therapists in developing and implementing effective treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and communicated findings to lead therapists.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care strategies.
Physical Therapist Assistant
OrthoRehab
Kalispell
10.2020 - 05.2024
- Provided compassionate support to patients during their rehabilitation journey.
- Educated patients and family members about proper exercise techniques, safety measures, and injury prevention strategies.
- Assisted Physical Therapists in evaluating a patient's range of motion, balance, strength and coordination through various tests and measurements.
- Provided physical therapy treatments to patients as directed by the Physical Therapist.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Tri State / Summit Medical Group Physical Therapy
Oak Ridge
10.2014 - 10.2020
- Assisted physical therapists in developing and implementing treatment plans.
- Conducted patient screenings and assessments under the direction of a physical therapist.
- Communicated with other physical therapy staff to discuss patient progress and potentially modify treatment.
- Educated patients on therapeutic exercises and proper techniques for recovery.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN08-2007
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05-2002
Skills
- Advanced manual therapy techniques
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Patient assessment
- Endurance training
- Geriatric physical therapy
- Orthopedics
- Treatment planning assistance
Certification
- CPR certified American Heart Association
- Eagle Scout
- TN PTA License 4246
Affiliations
- Endurance Athlete
- Outdoor Recreation Specialist
- Father of a High School Athlete
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Tennessee Orthopedic Alliance
06.2024 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
OrthoRehab
10.2020 - 05.2024
Physical Therapist Assistant
Tri State / Summit Medical Group Physical Therapy
10.2014 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Roane State Community College
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology
University of Tennessee
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