Victoria Wrightson Email & Phone Number

Greater Philadelphia

As a school-based PT, I evaluate, establish plans of care for, and provide interventions to children ages 5-21 with a wide variety of diagnoses in a school setting. I administer and interpret a variety of screening instruments and standardized measurement tools. I coordinate PT interventions within the school program and adapt environments as needed to facilitate student access and participation. I work with students' teachers, occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists, and nurses to participate in the IEP process.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

I provide on-going physical therapy services to infants and toddlers to promote developmental growth in their natural environments. I educate caregivers on developmental milestones and coach families on how to incorporate modeled interventions into their child's daily routines. In addition, I administer, interpret, and share results from age-appropriate assessments and outcome measures to determine if a child is eligible for early intervention services. I enjoy collaborating with all disciplines (including OT, SLP, special instruction, social work, dietitians, and service coordination) to plan and evaluate team goals for each client.

Philadelphia, Pa

Philadelphia, Pa

During my final 12-week affiliation, I evaluated, established plans of care for, and provided interventions to children aged 5-21 with a wide variety of neurological diagnoses in a specialized school-based setting. I administered outcome measures specific to the population, including the GMFM and PEDI-CAT, and consulted with teachers, occupational therapists, speech therapists, nurses, and parents to ensure coordination and effectiveness of therapies provided. I had the opportunity to participate in IEP meetings, orthopedic rounds, and wheelchair clinics. I gained experience in writing letters of medical necessity for wheelchairs and orthopedic equipment as needed.

Philadelphia, Pa

During this 12-week affiliation, performed evaluations and developed individualized plans of care for a complex caseload of patients with orthopedic conditions in a hospital-based outpatient setting. I utilized manual therapy techniques to improve patients’ function, and directed and supervised physical therapy assistants and aides to provide seamless and efficient care. For my in-service project, I presented to the PT department a presentation focused on Pain Neuroscience Education.

West Chester, Pa

During this 12-week clinical affiliation, I effectively performed evaluations and developed plans of care in the subacute rehab setting for patients with a wide variety of orthopedic, neurological, and cardiothoracic diagnoses. I had the opportunity to work collaboratively with members of the medical team in an inpatient setting, including nurses, physicians, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and dietitians. Here, I was introduced to line and tube management, wound care, management of cardiothoracic patients, home evaluations, and letters of medical necessity. For my project, I taught a modified wheelchair yoga class to the long-term residents.

Scranton, Pa

This was my first clinical internship, which lasted 6 weeks. I learned how to evaluate and treat a wide variety of diagnoses, ranging from total knee and hip replacements to TMJ dysfunction. I was introduced to manual therapy, billing, and private practice management. I also had the opportunity to write a two-part column for the Scranton Times-Tribune titled “Concussions in Football.”

Works as a team member to meet daily goals. Effectively communicates with alumni and friends of the University to raise money for the Royal Fund. Establishes and maintains positive relationships with supporters of the University of Scranton.

Demonstrates leadership by enforcing established rules and regulations.

Interacts professionally with students and professors. Provides clarification of class material to students.

Doctor Of Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy/Therapist, 3.99

Activities and Societies: Temple University’s Core Ambassador for the APTA (2016-2018); DPT Student Association Student Involvement.

Bachelor'S Degree, Exercise Science, 3.96

Activities and Societies: Phi Epsilon Kappa, Women's Crew, Alpha Lambda Delta, Exercise Science ClubReceived the Presidential Scholarship.