Physical Therapist

• Sep 2020 - Present

Student Physical Therapist

• Feb 2020 - Apr 2020

Pediatric Experience• Performed evaluations and implemented intervention plans for the treatment of developmental motor delays and various orthopedic, neurological, & congenital conditions in patients ranging from 0-13 years of age • Observed and assisted with therapeutic handling and optimal positioning of premature infants in the NICU• Observed and assisted with modification of orthotics and fabrication of varus/valgus shoe postings • Composed and submitted a letter of medical necessity for a customized pediatric rolling walker• Conducted the AIMS, Peabody, and BOT-2 and provided parent education regarding patients’ results • Delivered a presentation exploring the evaluation, differential diagnosis, & treatment of individuals with Functional Movement (Conversion) Disorder• Utilized interpreter services to provide care to non-English speaking patients & families

Student Physical Therapist

• Dec 2019 - Feb 2020

Outpatient Experience—Orthopedic, Vestibular, Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction• Performed evaluations and implemented intervention plans for the treatment of orthopedic, neurological, & vestibular conditions in adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations • Conducted the TUG, DGI, & Berg Balance Scale and provided patient education regarding results• Utilized interpreter services to provide care to non-English speaking patients • Delivered a presentation exploring the biomechanical & physiological benefits of eccentric strength training in the treatment of tendinopathies

Student Physical Therapist

• Mar 2019 - May 2019

Outpatient Orthopedic Experience• Performed evaluations and implemented intervention plans for the treatment of orthopedic conditions in adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations • Observed dry needling and performed IASTM under the supervision and instruction of a licensed physical therapist• Delivered a presentation exploring the evaluation, diagnosis, & treatment of vestibular conditions

Student Physical

• May 2018 - Jun 2018

Acute Inpatient Experience• Performed evaluations and determined appropriate plans of care for patients with orthopedic injuries, neurological conditions, chronic diseases, and undergoing post-operative recovery • Completed documentation of patient encounters under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist• Observed a patient’s total knee replacement surgery and performed the post-operative evaluation

Intern

• Jan 2016 - Jun 2016

• Assisted physical and occupational therapists during treatment sessions, maintained clinic and equipment cleanliness, assisted with administrative desk operations and chart filing• Observed and assisted with serial casting

Kinesiology Student Mentor

• Aug 2015 - Dec 2015

• Assisted with content of lectures/presentations, collected and revised assignments/projects, monitored class/event attendance, provided insightful advice/information