Chief Operating Officer of Human Resources
Turnstone
3320 North Clinton Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Chief Operating Officer of Human Resources:
This is in response to your job opportunity posted on your website on December 14, for the available position of Physical Therapy Assistant. I am writing to express my strong interest in earning a Physical Therapy Assistant position with Turnstone. Along with my Associate Degree in Science, current Fort Wayne PTA license, one year clinical experience, and personal experience with the impact of physical therapy, I believe I have the potential and knowledge to make a change in a child’s life.
From my education, clinical trainings, and personal experiences with my daughter, I have developed strong abilities and knowledge as a Physical Therapy Assistant. I have had the opportunity to apply my abilities through clinical experiences and I believe I can offer you my strong educational skills of providing physical therapy treatment under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, instruct patient and patient's family with the knowledge of maintaining and carrying out activities for therapy plans and goals, maintaining the proper records for all patients, and performing any assignments given by a licensed Physical Therapist.
Along with educational skills, I believe have good communication skills and I have the ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner. I have proved through clinical experience that I am able to develop a healthy relationship with patients and families and I am able to carry out the duties successfully that are assigned to me. I have much personal experience with therapy and have witnessed the effect it has on lives. Since my daughter was born, my love for Physical Therapy has only grown into a lifelong desire to change the lives of other children with neurological and orthopedic conditions. My attached resume gives more details about my qualifications and skills.
As a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant, I would love the opportunity to meet with you and discuss an opportunity to work with your company and be a part of such a wonderful, life-changing, environment. I hope and look forward to speaking with you.
Education • Education: | Ivy Tech Community College, Fort Wayne, IN 46819, United States Completed General Education Courses, August 2010-May 2012 University Of Saint Francis, Fort Wayne, IN 46819, United States Associate Of Science Degree, May 2014 | • Courses: | • Introduction to Chemistry • Service Learning • Anatomy & Physiology I • Anatomy & Physiology II • Introduction to Physical Therapy • Physical Survey • Patient Care Skills I • General Psychology • Concepts of Patient Care • Patient Care Skills • Functional & Applied Anatomy • Clinical Education I |
License/Certification • Physical Therapy Assistant license in the state of Indiana • Basic Life Support (BLS) • CPR Certification in the State of Indiana
Work Experience • August 2011 – September 2011 Certified Nursing Assistant, Coventry
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