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Myrtle Beach, Sc, Us

·Evaluate and treat various musculoskeletal, general orthopedic conditions, and neurologic diagnoses ·Act as Site Coordinator of Clinical Education for students in PT and PTA programs and collaborate with schools to improve learning outcomes·Lead and coordinate monthly “Lunch and Learn” to discuss various topics within physical therapy to improve knowledge, understanding, and use of evidence-based interventions within the clinic·Collaborate with Physical Therapy Assistants and other staff to coordinate care for optimal outcomes

- Evaluated and treated a variety of pediatric and adult patients with surgical and non-surgical musculoskeletal and neurologic conditions - Collaborated with and delegate tasks to Physical Therapy Assistants to ensure quality, individualized patient care- Performed pre-employment and fit-for-duty testing for individuals to assess their readiness for physical job demands

St. Louis, Mo

- Evaluated and treated patients with a variety of neurologic conditions, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and others.- Collaborated with occupational and speech therapy, physicians, case managers, and nurses to discuss and establish a plan of care for each patient- Required to understand and enforce surgical or other medical precautions as needed for patient safety during the rehabilitation process- Educated patients and families about patient care, discharge plans, safety with daily and functional activities and how to be as independent as possible - Clinical Rotation lasted a total of 12 weeks

St. Louis, Mo

- Attended weekly open lab sessions, as assigned, for 2nd year DPT students to assist with practice and development of clinical skills, as well as musculoskeletal and neuromuscular knowledge in conjunction with their coursework- Educated, assisted, and instructed students on techniques, rationale, and reasoning for various therapy evaluation techniques and interventions in preparation for practical exams within the program- Utilized various teaching methods to enhance learning, such as thought provoking questions, demonstrations, student led discussions, and more

St. Louis, Mo

- Met with DPT students multiple times per week, as needed, to review and study materials presented in cardiopulmonary, musculoskeletal, and orthopedic classes- Independently designed practice exams and mock practicals to enhance learning and material retention- All students passed each written and practical exam during the semesters they were tutored

St. Louis, Mo

- Evaluated and treated pediatric patients from ages 8-19 years old in a variety of orthopedic and neurologic conditions, both surgical and non-surgical- Provided consultations in the orthopedic physician clinic to assess needs of patients regarding assistive devices, plan of care, and future therapy treatment- Assisted with screening and assessment of patients in the burn unit and collaborated with physicians and nurses regarding plan of care and future treatment goals- Educated other physical therapists about evaluation and treatment of young athlete distance runners during an in-service presentation- Clinical Rotation lasted a total of 10 weeks

Alton, Il

-Treated patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and vestibular impairments, many of whom have underlying mental disorders, in outpatient clinic- Evaluated and treated patients in inpatient acute care setting with musculoskeletal, neurological, and general medical conditions- Attended medical rounds, worked closely with MDs, nurses, speech and occupational therapy to discuss patient care- Informed and directed physical therapy assistants regarding patient plan of care- Presented in-service presentation to physical and occupational therapists, as well as PTAs and COTAs, on the role of scapular stability and mobility on subacromial impingement syndrome.- Utilized EPIC documentation system for patient treatment, communication with other medical staff, and scheduling- Clinical Rotation lasted a total of 8 weeks

Houston, Texas

- Provided hands-on and individualized treatment to patients suffering from occupation-related injuries - Translated and interpreted between English and Spanish with a majority of Spanish-speaking patients - Translated English documentation into Spanish to improve patient-therapist communication and medical records- Educated fellow students and physical therapists from greater-Houston area on Movement System Impairment Diagnosis during in-service presentation on glenohumeral joint accessory mobility. - Clinical Rotation lasted a total of 8 weeks

Provo, Utah

- Busy physical therapy clinic with three full-time physical therapists, three physical therapy assistants, licensed massage therapist, and other physical therapy aides- Helped ensure exercises and treatment were administered under direction of physical therapists - Performed clerical duties such as scheduling and checking in patients, taking phone calls and messages, taking inventory, and filling out forms- Schedule shifts of 5 other aides to ensure that we were adequately staffed- Help maintain clean and orderly clinic by disinfecting tables, cleaning towels and other equipment used

Provo, Utah

- Worked on a team with three other adults to discuss program goals, needs, and outcomes- Provided after-school tutoring to middle and high school students on subjects including biology, physics, english, math, and history.- Organized activities and events for teens to attend after school hours and occasionally on weekends- Set up information booth at community event to increase awareness of program availability

Provo, Utah

- Assisted in upkeep of properties through need based maintenance and repairs- Developed and maintained client communication skills- Safe delivery of company merchandise to locations on and off company property- Responsibly discard damaged properties and stage sets- Maintain company properties and stage sets.

Alpine, Ut

- Learned skills and treatments from licensed physical therapist to use with patients with musculoskeletal impairments- Worked as personal trainer for 3 different clients - Participated in community advertising for the physical therapy clinic and personal training programs- Promoted to Senior Intern halfway through the internship- Instructed and advised newer interns on clerical and clinical duties, training regimens for clients, and community advertising opportunities

Doctor Of Physical Therapy

Activities and Societies: see Work and Volunteer Experience sections for details

Bachelor'S Degree, Kinesiology And Exercise Science

Activities and Societies: Pre-Physical Therapy Club member Second major: Spanish