Erica Sanchez
Saint Robert,MO
Summary
Dynamic, compassionate Physical Therapist with extensive experience in a variety of skilled nursing facility settings, and recognized for proficiency with multiple documentation systems. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create tailored care plans focused on enhancing patient recovery and functional independence. Committed to prioritizing safe discharges, and mentoring future professionals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
PRN Physical Therapist
Foundation Health Partners
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including therapy staff, orthopedic surgeons, emergency department staff, prosthetists, and primary care physicians.
- Assisted in establishing specific care plans to accommodate the unique living conditions/challenges in Alaska to facilitate safe discharge home.
- Flexed between the skilled nursing facility and acute care setting as needed.
Physical Therapist
Princess Anne Health & Rehabilitation Center
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Coordinated patient care and scheduling within a large therapy team.
- Conducted home evaluations to facilitate safe discharge home and decrease risk for rehospitalization.
- Trained on Biodex Balance System and AlterG Antigravity Treadmill to maximize patient recovery and functional independence.
- Mentored 3 PT students and provided education on performing patient evaluations, administering skilled interventions, billing, and documentation.
Physical Therapist
Consulate Health Care of Norfolk
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Appointed supervising PT for two Genesis Healthcare facilities and visited each daily to complete evaluations, treatments, and discharges.
- Managed two PTAs, as well as directing care for both skilled and long-term care patients.
- Worked closely with Tycon Power Systems and Hanger Prosthetics to improve residents' functional independence.
Physical Therapist
Bear Canyon Rehab and Healthcare Center
03.2016 - 05.2018
- Planned and implemented treatment programs including progressive resistance exercises, static/dynamic balance exercises, and ACP modalities.
- Educated therapy staff on implementation of objective measures including TUG, BERG, Power-Mobility Indoor Driving Assessment (PIDA).
- Performed new hire training for RN, LPN, and CNA staff on proper body mechanics during patient care in order to maximize staff and patient safety.
Physical Therapist
Green Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
05.2015 - 07.2016
- Served as sole supervising PT in facility and responsible for all patient evaluations, re-certifications, discharges, home evaluations, and writing restorative nursing plans.
- Collaborated with Mental Health Mental Retardation (MHMR) Services and the Texas Department of Aging and Disability services to perform customized wheelchair fittings.
- Received basic training in sharp debridement, wound care, and use of Ankle Brachial Index to assess risk for wound development.
- Acquired additional training on use of ACP and Chattanooga modalities.
Physical Therapist
Heartland Health Care Center
07.2013 - 07.2016
- Evaluated and created personalized care plans for patients following disease diagnoses or profound injury (including loss of limb, traumatic brain injury, stroke, cancer).
- Administered specialized tests to obtain objective measurements and determine patient progress.
- Mentored two PT students during their first clinical rotations.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
San Marcos, CA12-2012
Bachelor of Science - Movement Science
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX05-2010
Skills
- Patience
- Organized
- Effective communication with patients, family members, and interdisciplinary team members
- Able to prioritize large workloads
- Easily adapts to change
- Receives constructive feedback well
- Proficient in use of Rehab Optima and Powerchart/Cerner documentation systems
- Prioritizes objective measures throughout treamtent plans
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
PRN Physical Therapist
Foundation Health Partners
09.2022 - 06.2024
Physical Therapist
Princess Anne Health & Rehabilitation Center
05.2019 - 05.2020
Physical Therapist
Consulate Health Care of Norfolk
05.2018 - 05.2019
Physical Therapist
Bear Canyon Rehab and Healthcare Center
03.2016 - 05.2018
Physical Therapist
Green Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
05.2015 - 07.2016
Physical Therapist
Heartland Health Care Center
07.2013 - 07.2016
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Movement Science
Texas Christian University
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