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STUDENT PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Professional Summary
Motivated entry-level physical therapist with good relationship-building, communication and multitasking abilities. Knowledgeable about applying evidence-based practices to rehabilitate patients. Detail-oriented and reliable with a hardworking nature.
Education
05/2020
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Thomas Jefferson University - City, State
Thomas Jefferson University - City, State
- 3.64 GPA
05/2017
Bachelor of Science: Biology
Fairleigh Dickinson University - City
Fairleigh Dickinson University - City
- 3.71 GPA
- Phi Omega Epsilon Senior Honor Society 2016-2017
- Tri-Beta Biological Honor Society 2016-2017
- Dean's List (3.2 GPA or higher) 2016
- Honor's List (3.5 GPA or higher) 2014-2015
- Colonel F. Dickinson Scholarship 2014-2017
Licenses and Certifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist, NJ #40QA01947300
- American Heart Association BLS, Expiration: 07/31/2021
- American Red Cross BLS, Expiration: 06/08/2021
Clinical Experience
01/2020 to 03/2020
Student Physical TherapistInspira Medical Center – City , STATE
- Evaluated and treated wide range of conditions in an inpatient setting, including post-op, acute respiratory failure, congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction, stroke, sepsis, pneumonia, acute/chronic kidney injury, and hepatic cirrhosis.
- Established thorough plan of care and provided appropriate interventions in acute care.
- Administered variety of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active range of motion, strength training, and functional mobility.
- Guided patients with completing functional activities, including bed mobility, transfers, ambulation, and stair training.
- Monitored patients' vital signs during therapy session and adjusted session accordingly.
- Educated patients and families on safety, treatments, and home exercise program.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, response to therapy, and progress notes in patient charts.
- Completed rounds with healthcare staff and established appropriate discharge plan based on patient condition, functional status, and home setup.
- Maintained 100% of a full-time physical therapist's caseload in a cost effective manner, treating 10-12 patients in an 8 hour day.
- Exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
09/2019 to 12/2019
Student Physical Therapist Virtua Physical Therapy And Rehabilitation – City , STATE
- Evaluated and treated wide range of conditions in an outpatient setting, including chronic and acute pain, post-op, disc prolapse, joint replacements, arthritis, tendon/ligamentous injuries, Parkinson's, and neuropathies.
- Administered variety of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive range of motion, muscle re-education, therapeutic activities, and manual therapy.
- Formulated thorough plans of care that were patient-specific, which included short and long-term goals, frequency and duration.
- Maintained 75% of a full-time physical therapist's caseload, treating 14-15 patients in an 8 hour day.
- Successfully treated 2-3 patients at same time while maintaining highest quality of care.
- Aided patients in adjusting to use of assistive devices, such as rolling walker and single point cane by performing demonstrations, providing motivation, administering functional exercises.
- Used Epic documentation system to chart patients' progress and bill therapy services appropriately.
- Completed thorough patient progress notes, which included responses to therapy, to send to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Educated patients and family regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
- Exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
04/2019 to 06/2019
Student Physical TherapistIvy Rehab Physical Therapy – City , STATE
- Completed simple patient evaluations and examinations in order to establish plan of care and provide interventions in outpatient setting.
- Evaluated and treated conditions, including chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, arthritis, and joint replacements.
- Planned and administered variety of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive range of motion and muscle re-education.
- Maintained 50% of a full-time physical therapist's caseload, treating 6-8 patients in an 8 hour day.
- Used TherapySource EMR to chart patients' evaluation information and progress during subsequent therapy sessions.
Professional Organizations
- American Physical Therapy Association, 2017-present
Additional Experience
Physical Therapy Society 2017-2020
- Active member involved in extra-curricular activities both at Jefferson and in the community
- Participated in community service events centered on health-related issues
- Educated others on physical therapy profession
Biology Teacher's Assistant 2016
- Supervised students during laboratory activities
- Provided one-on-one guidance to students when needed
- Maintained safe and educational work environment in the laboratory at all times
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School Attended
- Thomas Jefferson University
- Fairleigh Dickinson University
Job Titles Held:
- Student Physical Therapist
Degrees
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
Bachelor of Science : Biology
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