John Harless Email & Phone Number

Fort Bliss, Texas

- Served as Interim Program Director for the Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) Program from 12/2022-02/2023 o Led and administered a team of 25 employees. o Served as liaison to brigade and division leadership. o Facilitated the coordination of all H2F domain services.- As the Physical Therapist, coordinated and managed direct-access physical therapy care for over 4,000 Soldiers.- Supervised seven Athletic Trainers and one Physical Therapy Assistant.- Served as subject matter expert for injury prevention and human performance optimization initiatives and provide education and training to the brigade’s Soldiers.- Developed policies, products and programs for the Injury Control domain.- Served as the Injury Control in-service and professional development manager.- Assisted brigade strength coaches in supervising and coaching unit physical training.- Served as clinical instructor for U.S. Army-Baylor University physical therapy interns.

Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord, Washington, United States

- Battalion physical therapist in support of the Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) Program.- Established the Tomahawk Performance Center and currently assists in ongoing clinic operation.- Coordinated and managed direct-access physical therapy care for over 700 Soldiers.- Served as subject matter expert for injury prevention and human performance optimization initiatives.- Supervised one Athletic Trainer.- Assisted battalion strength coaches in supervising and coaching unit physical training.- Served as an instructor at the Bayonet Warrior Athlete Program and continuing education courses.- Accomplishments included: decreasing musculoskeletal profiles by 47%, reducing access to care for Soldiers by 28 days, completing the Military Muscoloskeletal Physical Therapy Residency Program, and presenting multiple research posters at the 2019 and 2020 Madigan Research Day, 2019 and 2020 MHSRS, and the 2020 and 2021 APTA CSM

Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord, Washington, United States

- Directly responsible for daily administrative functions and all oversight of two physical therapy clinics that served over 5,000 beneficiaries.- Managed and developed one physical therapist, two physical therapy assistants and two physical therapy technicians.- Provided evaluation, treatment and management of musculoskeletal injuries for active-duty Soldiers and maintained a 97% patient satisfaction rate.- Implemented direct access care at two clinics for acute injuries, which reduced appointment wait times by up to 28 days.- Served as subject matter expert and instructor for three brigades for injury prevention and human performance optimization initiatives.- Helped create an installation-wide injury risk screen for all in-processing Soldiers to Joint Base Lewis-McChord. This initiative was awarded the Swan Award by the hospital commander for its innovation and impact on the readiness of JBLM Soldiers.- Served as instructor for continuing education courses.

Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord, Washington, United States

- Served as battalion physical therapist in support of the Soldier Readiness Test (SRT) Program.- Established the 5-20 Soldier Performance Center and assisted in ongoing clinic operation.- Coordinated and managed direct-access physical therapy care for over 600 Soldiers.- Acted as subject matter expert and instructor for injury prevention and human performance optimization initiatives.- Assisted battalion strength coach in supervising and coaching unit physical training.- Accomplishments included decreasing nondeployability due to musculoskeletal injuries by 43%, reducing access to care for Soldiers by up to 28 days, and helping facilitate an increase in the Soldier Readiness Test pass rate by 52%.

Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord, Washington, United States

- Served as Staff Physical Therapist for outpatient services at Winder Family Medicine Clinic and inpatient services at Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC).- Provided evaluation, treatment and management of musculoskeletal disorders for active duty Soldiers and beneficiaries.- Acted as subject matter expert and instructor for injury prevention and human performance initiatives to multiple units across Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM).- Established content and assisted in the development of the MAMC Run Class.- Promoted the profession of physical therapy across JBLM through participation in health fairs, planning an open house for physical therapy month, and working with public affairs to develop exercise instruction videos and handouts.- Served as instructor of continuing education courses.

Fort Bliss, Texas

- Physical Therapy Intern at William Beaumont Army Medical Center and associated clinics.- Provided evaluation, treatment and management of musculoskeletal disorders for active duty Soldiers and beneficiaries.- Served as an instructor for the Pose Method Run Class and the Return to Weightlifting Class.

Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, United States

Cleveland, Oh

- Assisted with the planning and execution of Cleveland Cavaliers and Lake Erie Monsters games, concerts and shows, and other special services and support for Quicken Loans Arena.- Supported event personnel with various tasks and troubleshooting/problem-solving during all events.- Helped with administrative functions of the facility operations department, including budgeting, cost control and writing the business plan.- Performed market research and analysis to help facilitate the arena’s efforts to become more financially efficient and LEED certified among other goals.- Researched and purchased various items for the arena including spotlights, seating parts and other items.- Wrote and compiled the technical packet for Quicken Loans Arena.- Participated in the successful implementation of an operational plan which provided a safe environment for all fans, players and workers during Lebron James’ first return to Cleveland.

- Assisted with the hiring, training, and supervision of over 200 game day customer service employees.- Responsible for the set-up and operation of the 15,000 sq. ft. Kid Zone every home game, including the direct supervision of ten Kid Zone employees.- Helped execute the set-up, operation, and shut-down for all baseball and non-baseball events.- Played an active role in the handling of any questions, requests, and complaints from fans.- Oversaw and performed both routine and impromptu maintenance and cleaning of the ballpark.- Assisted in the opening of a $50 million baseball stadium with tasks pertaining to the physical set-up of the ballpark, as well as the research and purchase of necessary items.- BB&T Ballpark was named “Ballpark of the Year” by BaseballParks.com for the 2010 season.- The Dash was named “2010 Organization of the Year” by Ballpark Digest.- The Dash was named “Best Local Sports Team” and “Best Family Entertainment” by the Winston-Salem Journal.- The Dash led the Carolina League in attendance for the 2010 season with an average of 4,592 fans per game.

Doctorate In Physical Therapy

- Served as Class President in 2015. - Graduated with a 4.00 GPA.

Bsba, Business Administration

- Graduated with highest distinction.

Bsba, Business Administration

- Served as President of the Carolina Sports Business Club from 2006-2007.