1. ALEXANDRA Q. PYLES
3201 Lipscomb St  Fort Worth, Texas 76110
817-773-2267  Albie7@hotmail.com
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a physical therapist assistant position that will promote patient health and well-being
through physical therapy modalities and procedures as determined by a Physical Therapist.
EXPERIENCE
MIRA VISTA COURT, FORT WORTH, TEXAS
Physical Therapist Assistant (Skilled Nursing Facility) June, 2015-Current
 Educate patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and
therapeutic treatments. Establish positive rapport with patients. Aide and counsel patients
adjusting to permanent physical disabilities.
 Contributes to physical therapist's effectiveness by identifying patient care issues;
providing information and commentary; recommending options and courses of action;
implementing physical therapy directives.
 Instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing therapeutic exercises,
functional activities, gait training, neuromuscular reeducation, and daily-living activities.
Apply physical agents such as Estim, Ultrasound.
 Teach patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices.
 Record detailed treatment, responses, and progress notes through Smart Mobile
Technology. Accurately complete documentation in timely manner.
 Diligently observe patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and
procedures at all times.
 Maintain legal and accreditation compliance by adhering to policy positions concerning
federal, state, and local regulations.
 Co-treat with Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Therapy.
 Treat each patient according to a written plan of care to meet predetermined goals.
JOHN PETER SMITH, ARLINGTON, TEXAS
Physical Therapist Assistant Intern (Outpatient setting) Mar.-May 2015
 Managed caseload of approximately 7 patients under the supervision of a Licensed
Physical Therapist Assistant; awareness of patient’s diagnosis, safety, and precautions for
observing indications and contraindications.
 Provided appropriate treatment per Physical Therapist Plan of Care including modalities
and manual techniques.
 Performed manual techniques including soft tissue mobilization, massage and peripheral
joint mobilizations. Assessed and recorded muscle performance and strength, active and
passive ranges of motion, progress patients with balance and coordination deficits.
 Recorded daily notes and charges, discharge planning, weekly/biweekly progress notes.
 Applied therapeutic exercise programs for differing diagnosis and implementing treatment
procedures, therapeutic activities and life skills training.
 Communicating with patients/families in appropriate treatments and education and any
additional educational issues.

2. KINDRED HOSPITAL, FORT WORTH, TEXAS
Physical Therapist Assistant Intern (Acute setting) Oct.-Dec. 2014
 Managed caseload of approximately 8 patients under the supervision of a Licensed
Physical Therapist Assistant; awareness of patient’s diagnosis, safety, and precautions for
observing indications and contraindications.
 Applied therapeutic exercises,neuro-reeducation, and gait training activities; progressing
patients when necessary; worked with multiple lines, vent/trach management.
 Educated patients in the safe and effective use of therabands, weights, and inclined
surfaces; helped patients acclimate to wheelchairs, braces, canes, and walkers.
 Recorded daily notes and charges, discharge planning, weekly/biweekly progress notes.
 Instructed patients, caregivers, and family members in patient’s functional status,
equipment needs and home exercise programs.
 Participating, collaborating and communicating with other healthcare disciplines to
provide optimal care.
 Co-treated with Occupational Therapist Assistant.
TEXAS REHABILITATION HOSPITAL OF FORT WORTH, FORT WORTH, TEXAS
Physical Therapist Assistant Intern (In-Patient setting) Aug.-Oct. 2014
 Managed caseload of approximately 7 patients with varying diagnosis under the
supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.
 Applied therapeutic exercises, balance, functional and gait training activities; progressed
patients whennecessary;applied physical agentsto patients such ascompression therapies,
continuous passive motion, and cryotherapy.
 Recorded daily notes and charges, discharge planning, equipment ordering, and
weekly/biweekly progress notes.
 Educated patients in the safe and effective use of wheelchairs, braces,canes, and walkers
on varying surfaces,inclines, and environments; instructed patients, caregivers, and family
members in patient’s functional status, equipment needs, and home exercises.
 Demonstrated lower extremity exercises to 5-10 group therapy patients.
 Accompanied clinical team to patient care reviews and community reintegration; observed
accurate FIM scoring.
PLAZA HOSPITAL, FORT WORTH, TEXAS
Physical Therapist Assistant Intern (Acute setting) Aug. 2014
 Applied therapeutic exercises, balance,and gait training activities under Physical Therapist
supervision; progressed patients when necessary; recorded daily notes.
 Acclimated patients to the use of wheelchairs, canes, walkers, and stair training with
varying assistive devices.
 Performed wound care,goniometry, passive and active range of motion for varying range
of patient diagnosis.
PIER 1 IMPORTS, INC., FORT WORTH, TEXAS
Organizational Development and Training Coordinator Feb. 2008-2013
 Evaluated employee issues, advised management, and monitored resolution; provided
career development counseling and employee training.
 Staffedtemporary, contract,and permanent positions and conducted orientation; processed
relocation requests, bonuses, and COBRA paperwork.

3.  Processed payroll and benefits, led exit interviews, and conducted corporate statutory and
legal compliance reviews.
EDUCATION
Tarrant County College, Fort Worth, Texas 2013-2015
A.A.S.,Physical Therapist Assistant
4.0 G.P.A
Dean’s List, 2013-2015, all semesters
University of North Texas, Denton, Texas 2001-2006
B.A.,Psychology, with Honors
Dean’s List, 2002-2006
Assistant to Chemistry Stockroom Manager, 2003-2006
Study Abroad in Glasgow, Scotland, Summer 2004
TRAINING AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
American Heart Association CPR certified, 2014
Member, Texas Physical Therapy Association and American Physical Therapy Association
South Hemphill Heights Neighborhood Association, V.P. of Beautification
Junior Women’s Club of Fort Worth, Second V.P. of Ways and MeansCommittee, 2013
United Way Volunteer Liaison for Pier 1 Imports, Inc.
References upon request