Chris Perrone

About Chris Perrone

Board Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physical Therapist Assistant Student at NEIT with a Business and Accounting degree. Experienced, Professional individual with strong verbal and written communication skills. Highly skilled with an emphasis on compassion and safety for patients.Skills Patient Assessment: Ability to evaluate patient needs and track progress in therapy settings. Therapeutic Techniques: Proficiency in implementing treatment plans, including therapeutic exercises and modalities. Manual Therapy Skills: Knowledge of techniques for soft tissue mobilization and joint mobilization. Patient Education: Skills in educating patients and families about therapy goals and home exercise programs. Documentation and Charting: Competence in maintaining accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations. Financial Analysis: Ability to analyze financial statements, budgets, and costs to inform business decisions. Budget Management: Skills in developing and managing budgets for therapy departments or clinics. Billing and Coding: Knowledge of medical billing, coding practices, and insurance reimbursement processes. Regulatory Compliance: Understanding of healthcare regulations, billing standards, and ethical practices in both therapy and business environments. Computer Proficiency: Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, accounting software (e.g, QuickBooks, Excel), and therapy equipment. Adaptability to Technology: Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and software relevant to healthcare and business. Critical Thinking: Ability to assess situations, analyze information, and make informed decisions in patient care and business operations. Innovative Thinking: Skills in developing creative solutions for improving therapy outcomes and business processes.Interpersonal Skills Empathy and Compassion: Ability to provide emotional support and encouragement to patients during therapy. Team Collaboration: Skills in working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams in healthcare settings. Conflict Resolution: Ability to address and resolve conflicts effectively in both clinical and business environments. Time Management: Proficiency in prioritizing tasks and managing time efficiently in fast-paced settings. • Performing ADLS and IADLS with patients• Home Evaluations• Groups• Therapeutic exercises• Active listening• Friendly, positive attitude• Work ethic• Safety• Wellness• Prevention

Experience

1. Board Certified Physical Therapist Assistant

   University Orthopedics

   May 2025 — Present · US

   Administered skilled specialized physical therapy interventions, including: Orthopedic Injury\'s Joint Mobilization: Utilized manual therapy techniques to enhance joint mobility and alleviate pain, facilitating improved functional movement. Soft Tissue Mobilization (STM): Applied targeted techniques to manipulate soft tissues, promoting relaxation, increasing circulation, and reducing muscle tension. Therapeutic Modalities: Implemented advanced modalities such as electrical stimulation (e-stim) for pain management and muscle re-education. Therapeutic Exercises (Ther Ex): Designed and supervised individualized exercise programs aimed at improving strength, flexibility, and overall functional performance. Patient Education: Provided comprehensive education to patients regarding their conditions, treatment plans, and self-management strategies, ensuring accurate electronic documentation for continuity of care

Education

• New England Institute of Technology

  Doctor of Physical Therapy

  2026 — 2029

• Community College of Rhode Island

  Associate of Science - AS, Occupational Therapist Assistant

• Community College of Rhode Island

  Associate of Science (A.S.) in Business, Business Administration

• New England Institute of Technology

  Associate of Science - AS, Physical Therapist Assistant

  2025

• Brown University

  Continuing Education

• Western Governors University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting

Skills

• Photoshop
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Word
• Teamwork
• Social Media
• Research
• Microsoft Office