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Kelly Unks

Summerville

Summary

Physical Therapist Assistant with 18 years of experience in a skilled nursing clinical settings. Adept at implementing tailored rehabilitation programs and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient recovery and quality of life. Passionate about fostering positive patient experiences and committed to continuous professional development in physical therapy.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Centers of Charleston
North Charleston
07.2007 - Current
  • Administer physical therapy interventions based on individualized care plans developed by supervising physical therapists.
  • Utilize various techniques to facilitate optimal recovery and enhance patient mobility.
  • Document treatment sessions accurately and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Engage in weekly interdisciplinary meetings to assess patient progress and adjust treatment goals accordingly.
  • Support patients in achieving rehabilitation milestones through motivation and guidance.
  • Maintain effective communication with patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
  • Educated patients and family members about proper exercise techniques, safety measures, and injury prevention strategies.

Regional Manager

IHOP
Mid-Atlantic Region
02.2000 - 06.2010
  • Progressed from entry-level to supervisory role (single location) to regional manager
  • Provided mentorship and coaching to staff members throughout the region as needed.
  • Analyzed regional financial data to identify areas of growth opportunities.

PRN Physical Therapist Assistant

Costal Therapeutics/ Axis Physical Therapy
Charleston
  • Worked as a prn PTA for orthopedic surgeon/practice to follow patients post-op in the home, until they had progressed to the outpatient clinic.
  • Utilization of Athena Health platform/software for documenting patient encounters and communicating with physicians to record and manage patient information efficiently.

Physical Therapist Asssitant

Regional Medical Center / Wound Clinic
Orangeburg
  • Assisted in the development of individualized wound care plans for patients.
  • Provided wound care treatments such as debridement, modalities, dressing changes.
  • Measured wound depth to support treatment methods and monitor healing.

Physical Therapist Asssitant

Camp Humphreys, Korea, U.S. Army
Pyeongtaek

Work visa to Camp Humphreys in South Korea (US military base) with partnership with the American Red Cross and the Korean Augmentation to the United States Army (KATUSA)

Education

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education / Religion And Youth Ministry

Grand Canyon University (online Degree)
Phoenix, AZ
01-2010

Associate of Health Science - Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC
01-2005

High School Diploma -

Stratford High School
Goose Creek, SC
01-2002

Skills

  • Compassionate and ethical patient care
  • Time management and use of resources
  • Interpersonal relationships and team building / communication
  • Taking initiative and challenges effectively

Board Associations and Memberships / Philanthropy

  • Berkeley Seniors Inc. Board Member
  • Trident Technical Allied Health Board
  • Youth Minister at Pointe North (3 years on staff family ministries)
  • Commander with Royal Rangers (Outpost 34, Charleston)

Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Centers of Charleston
07.2007 - Current

Regional Manager

IHOP
02.2000 - 06.2010

PRN Physical Therapist Assistant

Costal Therapeutics/ Axis Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist Asssitant

Regional Medical Center / Wound Clinic

Physical Therapist Asssitant

Camp Humphreys, Korea, U.S. Army

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education / Religion And Youth Ministry

Grand Canyon University (online Degree)

Associate of Health Science - Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Trident Technical College

High School Diploma -

Stratford High School
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