Shianna Smart
Gull Lake
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Therapy Assistant with experience providing high-quality patient care across a wide range of ages, from infants to seniors. Skilled in patient assessment, developing and implementing therapeutic exercise plans, and utilizing manual therapy techniques to support recovery and mobility goals. Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment, maintaining strong communication, empathy, and professionalism. Known for efficient task completion, adaptability, and a patient-centered approach that promotes positive outcomes and overall well-being.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Occupational / physical therapy assistant
SHA therapy department in hospital
Swift Current
06.2024 - 10.2025
- Work with all areas such as paediatric m, inpatients, and outpatients
- Assisted physical therapists in developing and implementing patient treatment plans.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress during therapy sessions.
- Educated patients on therapeutic exercises and proper techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of therapy equipment and treatment areas.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Provided support during rehabilitation activities to enhance patient mobility.
- Demonstrated therapeutic exercises to patients to ensure correct execution.
Occupationl/Physical Therapy Assistant
(SHA) Meadows
Swift Current
04.2019 - 07.2024
- Worked under the recreational therapist, completing recreational goals for residents.
- Organized and ran different therapeutic groups
- Assisted physical therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients.
- Educated patients on exercises and rehabilitation techniques for recovery.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for compliance.
- Monitored patient responses during therapy sessions to ensure safety.
- Organized therapy area, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for sessions.
- Worked as part of a team to execute proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
- Provided support to patients with range of motion exercises, transfer activities, ambulation and mobility activities.
- Performed administrative tasks such as completing documentation, scheduling appointments, maintaining records, ordering supplies and answering phones.
- Monitored patient progress and reported findings to the therapy team regularly.
Occupational /Physical Therapy Assistant
sha Homecare
Swift Current
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Assisted physical therapists in developing and implementing treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and reported findings to supervising therapists.
- Educated patients on therapeutic exercises and proper techniques for recovery.
- Maintained and organized therapy equipment to ensure safety and accessibility.
- Documented patient treatments accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Managing/taking care of equipment
Education
Speech And Language Therapy Assistant
Medicine Hat Collage
Medicine Hat, AB 09.2018 - 03.2019
Occupational/ Physical Therapy Assistant
Medicine Hat Collage
Medicine Hat, AB 09.2016 - 04.2018
Skills
- Treatment plan implementation
- Progress monitoring
- Therapy equipment maintenance
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Team collaboration
- Mobility assistance
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Therapeutic exercises
- Patient care
Timeline
Occupational / physical therapy assistant
SHA therapy department in hospital
06.2024 - 10.2025
Occupationl/Physical Therapy Assistant
(SHA) Meadows
04.2019 - 07.2024
Speech And Language Therapy Assistant
Medicine Hat Collage
09.2018 - 03.2019
Occupational /Physical Therapy Assistant
sha Homecare
04.2018 - 04.2019
Occupational/ Physical Therapy Assistant
Medicine Hat Collage
09.2016 - 04.2018