A Physical Therapy Volunteer is responsible for restoring movement and feeling to the muscles of patients, who have suffered illness, or accident, or disease. Certain core and common duties found on the Physical Therapy Volunteer Resume are – observing licensed physical therapists and their interactions with patients; making initial assessments, diagnosing patients, developing treatment plans, and administering treatments, preparing patients for upcoming modes of treatment, transporting patients to exercise rooms and preparing patients on exercise tables, determining the treatment and patient rooms are clean, and assisting with treatments, adjustments, massages, and assisting when patients must be moved, lowered, and raised.
Those seeking this job role must mention on the resume the following skills – high level of physical stamina, and strength; knowledge of medical terminologies generally used in the PT, and proficiency in using relevant software. A relevant degree is commonplace among job applicants.
Objective : Physical Therapy Volunteer with 4+ years of experience in Discharging patients when goals have been met or medical necessity is no longer warrants intervention, and also Establishing provisions for continuing services/follow-up as needed.
Skills : Outlook, Planning Skills.
Description :
Assisted therapists with treatment sessions (i.e. follow with wheelchair or IV pole, retrieve assistive devices, etc.).
Accompany patients transported themselves to the rehab gym.
Stocked linen cabinets in gym.
Helped maintain general neatness of gym area: replace walkers, canes, weights, etc.
Get patients drinks, as requested by therapist, from nourishment room on the unit.
Performed clerical duties such as filing, making copies and running errands, as needed.
Performed evaluations and re-evaluations according to standards and recommended techniques.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
B.S.E. In Engineering
Physical Therapy Volunteer Resume
Objective : Physical Therapy Volunteer with 3+ years of experience in Developing realistic functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations, and also Using appropriate modalities and procedures correctly demonstrating knowledge of indications and contraindications.
Assisted PT with physical therapy diagnoses, treatment and plans of care, as well as rehabilitation exercise program and scheduling.
Used Range of motion measurement.
Used of hot/cold modalities.
Traveled between campuses, clinical sites and off-campus offering sites.
Worked well with students, faculty, staff and the community.
Worked in a multi-ethnic/multi-cultural environment.
Worked a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend assignments.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Associate Of Applied Science
Physical Therapy Volunteer Resume
Objective : A self-starter and quick learner. Versatile Pre-Physical Therapy student with experience in medical terminology, customer service, sales, written and oral communication, and administrative work. Received multiple audit awards with scores of 98% and higher. Recognized skills in leadership, mentoring, organization, and meeting/exceeding goals. CPR and first aid certified.
Skills : MS Office, Directing Skills.
Description :
Worked directly under the supervision of the staffed physical therapist and PT aide to assist with inpatient therapy, helping both traumatic brain injury patients and spinal cord injury patients.
Assisted PT and PTA with placement of electrodes on patients' lower extremities for FES bike therapy.
Assisted the PT with guiding the patients when they are walking, with or without a walker.
Transported patients back to their room after therapy sessions.
Ensured soiled linens were properly disposed of, sanitize work benches for the next round of patients, put away therapy tools when no longer needed, and supply fresh linens.
Observed therapy techniques during aquatic therapy for PEAK members.
Assisted PT with chair lift getting patients in and out of pool.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BS
Physical Therapy Volunteer Resume
Objective : Responsible for Identifying the need for patient/caregiver education and utilizes each opportunity for teaching on a planned or spontaneous basis, including discharge recommendations, and also Documenting education and understanding, as appropriate.
Skills : Microsoft Office Suite, Customer Service, Multi-Line Phone System, Invoicing, Medical Terminology, Detail Oriented, Organized, Self-Motivated, Willing To Learn, Research.
Description :
Observed the diagnosis, as well as treatment of patients with a wide variety of injuries.
Demonstrated prescribed exercises for patients during rehabilitation, changing intensity and manipulating different variations to improve strength.
Cleaned and sorted equipment as well as applying heat and ice to patients before and after rehab sessions.
Learned certain techniques for recovery for patients with knee replacements and symptoms seen commonly in patients with low-back pain and other injuries.
Assisted rehabilitation team assemble equipment such as walkers and crutches Disinfect therapy tables and equipment, ensuring a clean environment for patients and health care professionals Transport patients from physical therapy appointment to in-patient hospital room, allowing me to converse with the patient and build relationships Accomplishments I consistently assist physical therapists by retrieving specific equipment that is needed for appointments.
Additionally, helped patients ambulate by following close by with wheelchairs.
Allowed the therapists to assess the patients' gait or movement patterns.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
GED
Physical Therapy Volunteer Resume
Objective : To obtain a part-time Physical Therapy Volunteer position with an emphasis on Sales Support/Office Management utilizing extensive experience and skills. Productive in contributing effectively towards the objectives of a team, and is able to share knowledge, ideas and information.
Skills : Customer and Personal Service, Critical Thinking/ Problem Solving, College Level Mathematics, Sales and Marketing, Quick learner, Ability to lead and follow directions.
Description :
Instructed, motivated, safeguarded and assisted patients practicing exercises and functional activities, under the direction of physical therapy staff.
Observed patients during treatment to compile and evaluate data on patients' responses and progress and reported findings to Physical Therapist.
Transported patients to and from treatment areas, using wheelchairs or providing standing support.
Secured patients into or onto therapy equipment.
Organized and cleaned work area and disinfected equipment after treatment.
Assisted in the development of patient treatment plans.
Assisted rehabilitation team assemble equipment such as walkers and crutches Disinfect therapy tables and equipment, ensuring a clean environment for patients and health care professionals Transport patients from physical therapy appointment to in-patient hospital room, allowing me to converse with the patient and build relationships Accomplishments I consistently assist physical therapists by retrieving specific equipment that is needed for appointments.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor Of Science
Physical Therapy Volunteer Resume
Summary : Work experience includes a Fitness Consultant and the University of Minnesota; several volunteer positions in physical rehabilitation settings; and volunteer positions aimed to serve a greater community including Young Life, Special Olympics and Habitat for Humanity. The work that interests me is physical rehabilitation settings, mainly physical therapy. I have tremendous passion for individuals who have disabilities or physical injuries, and am always looking for opportunities to gain experience with these populations.
Skills : Inventory Management, PowerPoint, and Excel; Adobe Photoshop; Social Networking; CPR.
Description :
Managed the receptionist area, including greeting visitors and responding to any customers who needed assistance.
Interacted with patients, families, hospital staff and general public.
Worked in a fast paced environment.
Assisted the physical therapists by documenting on the computer exercises the patients had to work on.
Administrated certain exercises to the patients.
Worked 8 hours per week.
Interacted with patients on a daily basis.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
GED
Physical Therapy Volunteer Resume
Objective : To establish a long-term career in a company where I may utilize my Physical Therapy Volunteer professional skills and knowledge to be an effective Associate Program Manager and inspiration to those around me.
Skills : Leadership, Maintenance Skills.
Description :
Observed licensed physical therapists perform their duties.
Maintained safe and clean environment of the clinic.
Assisted therapists with clinic functions.
Performed laundry and changing pillow cases.
Prepared modalities for the patients.
Assisted the therapists in having patients perform exercises.
Prepared and applied modalities on patients.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelors In Psychology
Physical Therapy Volunteer Resume
Headline : Seeking a Physical Therapy Volunteer position with an outstanding career opportunity that will offer a rewarding work environment along with a winning team that will fully utilize management skills.
Skills : Microsoft, Medical Terminology.
Description :
Observed the progression of athletes from ages 9-15 male and female who played football, soccer, basketball, and hockey - Followed along with previous knowledge of the progression of a plyometric workout, speed training session and strength training session.
Organized schedules and medical records.
Prepared physical therapy stations with necessary equipment.
Served as Chair of the POD Classification Committee.
Worked with the POD Regional Hubs, USOPC, LOCs to facilitate Code compliance for the sports(s) managed by the POD by providing direction, coordination and implementation of the International Federation (IF) classification evaluation criteria and process.
Classified new and current athletes in the High-Performance pipeline for the sport(s) managed by the POD domestically and internationally.
Directed, administered, coordinated, and implemented classification matters for the POD.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
B.S.
Physical Therapy Volunteer Resume
Objective : Responsible for Using measurable and objective terminology following standards of practice, insurance guidelines and department/hospital policy and procedures, and also Charging patient accurately, timely, and legibly according to guidelines of the CPT code format and following insurance guidelines.
Skills : Developing Skills, Recruiting Skills.
Description :
Managed all Classification appeals and protest, domestic and internationally, and managing international Classification appeals and protest in conjunction with the PMA and the sport(s) High Performance Manager(s).
Oversaw and managed the PODs data on all Classifications for the sport(s) managed and governed by the POD domestically and internationally.
Established, with the POD Classification Committee, all domestic Classifier training processes, certification standards, and pathways for International Classifier training/status for domestic Classifiers of the sport(s) managed by the POD.
Evaluated and advised students.
Developed curricula.
Recruited students.
Served on committees.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
B.S.
Physical Therapy Volunteer Resume
Objective : As a Physical Therapy Volunteer, responsible for establishing, implementing, and adapting an individualized treatment plan of care (including appropriate goal setting, treatment activities, and frequency), Discharging patients when maximum benefit has been achieved and/or according to standards of practice and payer guidelines.
Skills : Planning Skills, Administrative Skills.
Description :
Assisted with patient care treatment under the supervision of a licensed physical or occupational therapist to meet the goals and needs of the patient.
Provided appropriate patient care in accordance with age/developmental guidelines.
Communicated in a professional manner with patients, physicians, and staff.
Performed various administrative, inventory, and organizational duties to meet the needs of the department.
Promoted professional growth and provides community education and/or committee representation.
Maintained safe and cleanned treatment areas.
Taught courses in lecture, laboratory and/or clinical settings.
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