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Professional SummaryDriven and compassionate physical therapist with over 15 years hands on experience in fast paced teaching hospital, residential and outpatient rehabilitation clinical environments. Experienced university professor proficient in developing course materials, including syllabi, lesson plans and exams. Offering a 10-year background in delivering professional lectures to medical professionals as well as undergraduate and graduate students. Accountable and responsible with strong focus on student fulfillment in both classroom and clinical settings.Skills Testing and evaluation Curriculum development Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Publisher, AHLTA, ClinicalCOMP, MAC proficient Individualized support Lesson planning Lesson plan development Classroom management Conflict resolution Lecturing Online learning tools Academic research Student research guidance Leadership and mentoringWork HistoryPHYSICAL THERAPIST EXPERIENCEStaff Physical Therapist, GS12, step 5, 40 hours/week Acute/ Outpatient Physical TherapyDepartment of Defense/Womack Army Medical Center July 2014 to presentFort Bragg, North Carolina Evaluate, treat, create plan of care for patients in acute setting with variety of diagnosis including but not limited to post-surgery, chronic orthopedic, and neurological issues Providing therapeutic interventions to patients with various injuries, such as musculoskeletal extremity injuries, spine complications, and neurological impairments Providing patient/family education on the injury, treatment plans, and prognosis Supervise and counsel physical therapist assistants. Participate in daily multi-disciplinary meetings to ensure proper care for patients upon discharge Developed exercise and educational handouts for post-mastectomy patients in regards to post-operative care and lymphedema Supervise and provide support for physical therapist assistants in both hospital and outpatient environments Full Time Clinical Instructor for Doctorate of Physical Therapy in Acute and Outpatient settings Instructed medical doctors, physician's assistants, nurse practitioners and rehabilitation staff in areas of wound, lymphedema, and chronic edema management as well as management of acute rehabilitation patients Evaluation and treatment of patients from ages 5-geratics with orthopedic, neurological conditions in hospital and outpatient setting Established and supervised an Acute Care Post-Operative Clinic in conjunction with all Orthopedic Surgeries Supervised the outpatient Aquatic Physical Therapy Program including scheduling of patients, therapists and updating all class and home exercise programs. Developed post-operative protocols and standard operating procedures for Post-Operative clinic programs Assisted in Performance Improvement Project in Physical Therapy both in Outpatient and Acute Care settings Supervised and Established Performance Improvement programs for outpatient Aquatic Programs and Acute Care Postoperative Clinic. Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving range of motion, strengthen and neuromuscular reeducation. Diligently observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures at all times. Taught patients use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices. Supervised clinical students and support staff, including certified and licensed assistants, technicians and volunteers. Demonstrated clear written and oral communications skills when working with health care professionals, patients and caregivers. Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages. Serve as Subject Matter Expert on Quality Improvement committee for Physical Therapy and wound care. Peer reviews monthly, assistance with the process of improving Chart Audits for hospitals as well as outpatient Physical Therapy ClinicsStaff Physical Therapist, Contractor, 40 hours/week Acute/Inpatient Physical TherapyWomack Army Medical Center/ CasePro Inc
Fort Bragg, North Carolina Evaluate, treat, create plan of care for patients in acute setting with variety of diagnosis including but not limited to post-surgery, chronic orthopedic, and neurological issues Participate in daily multi-disciplinary meetings to ensure proper care for patients upon discharge Updated exercise and educational handouts for acute post-operative patients Full time Clinical Instructor for DPT students in Acute care settings Supervise and provide support for both PT and PTA students Supervise and provide support for physical therapist assistants Present educational in-services for hospital and outpatient personnel Consult with peers regarding wounds and lymphatic diagnoses -Inpatient/outpatient treatment of wounds and lymphedemaStaff Physical Therapist, 40 hours/week Wound /Lymphedema SpecialistSampson Regional Medical Center December 2009 to August 2012
Clinton, North Carolina Evaluate, treat, create plan of care for patients with acute and chronic integumentary issues in outpatient setting. Evaluate, treat, create plan of care for patients with acute and chronic edema including lymphedema, venous insufficiency, and lipidema. Evaluate, treat, create plan of care for patients in short term acute care setting, including but not limited to musculoskeletal, post-surgical and integumentary issues. Evaluate, treat, create plan of care for patients in outpatient setting with variety of diagnosis including but not limited to post-surgery, chronic orthopedic, and neurological issues Evaluate, treat create plan of care for ages birth thru elderly Supervise, instruct, and provide support for both PT and PTA students Supervise, instruct, and provide support for physical therapist assistants Present educational in-services for hospital and outpatient personnel Manage and organize monthly reports including time cards, patient status updates and supply costs. Organized pricing contracts with wound management suppliers for new wound supplies and wound treatments. Established logistics policy including mode, carrier and supplier agreements that benefited overall business.Clinic Director, Physical Therapist, 40 hours/week Wound Management
United Rehab Specialists February 2008 to December 2009
Winston-Salem, North Carolina Evaluate, treat, create plan of care for patients with acute and chronic integumentary issues. Evaluate, treat, create plan of care for patients in short term acute care setting, including but not limited to musculoskeletal, acute burn, post-surgical and integumentary issues. Evaluate, treat, create plan of care for patients in outpatient setting post amputation of lower extremities, including but not limited to prosthetic training and care and organizing support groups. Supervise and provide support for both PT and PTA students in wound care and acute care settings Present educational in-services for hospital personnel
Manage and organized monthly budget reports Management of daily activities of clinic personnel. Devised and introduced initiatives and projects to maintain or improve existing facilities, allowing for maximization of capital component of Medicare and Medicaid's reimbursement rates.Staff Physical Therapist/Team Leader, 40 hours/week Wound Management/Acute Care
Wake Forest Baptist University Medical Center August 2007 to February 2008
Winston-Salem, North Carolina Evaluate, treat, create plan of care for patients with acute and chronic integumentary issues. Evaluate, treat, create plan of care for patients in short term acute care setting, including but not limited to musculoskeletal, acute burn, post-surgical and integumentary issues. Participate in "Save 5 Million Lives Campaign" research group to educate staff and family on how to prevent pressure ulcers. Taught patients use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices. Supervised clinical students and support staff, including certified and licensed assistants, technicians and volunteers. Diligently observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures at all times.Staff Physical Therapist, 40 hours/week Wound Management/Acute Care
Cape Fear Valley Health System March 2006 to July 2007
Fayetteville, North Carolina Evaluate, treat, create plan of care for patients with acute and chronic integumentary issues. Evaluate, treat, create plan of care for patients in short term acute care setting, including but not limited to musculoskeletal, neurological, post-surgical and integumentary issues. Supervise weekly and weekend support staff. Presented educational in-services for hospital personnel. Supervise and provide support for both PT and PTA students in wound care and acute care settings - Educated Physical Therapist Assistant class in "Basic Wound Care Skills" at local college program. Conceptualized and assisted with organization of Wound Care Symposium
Evaluate and treat patients for lymphedema under supervision of certified therapists - Organize and oversee patients referred for Apligraf clinic. TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Adjunct Professor Doctorate Program, 10 hours/week
Methodist University 08/23/2016 to 12/10/2018Fayetteville, North Carolina Developed and instructed a 16-week course for doctorate students in wound management and lymphedema Created lesson plans for courses, modifying throughout module to meet time constraints and specific interests of class. Students in clinical setting regarding appropriate evaluation techniques both subjectively and objectively. Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress. Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
Adjunct Instructor Fayetteville Technical Community College, 3 hours/quarter 10/10/2006-10/10/2009
Fayetteville, North Carolina Organized, prepared and revised Physical Therapy Assistant course material and applied technological options for course-related lectures for wound care.
EducationDoctorate of Physical Therapy December, 2005
Elon University - Elon, North CarolinaBachelor's of Science, Exercise Science/Athletic Training April, 2002
Averett University - Danville, VirginiaAffiliations/Certifications Licensed Physical Therapist, #P10515 North Carolina Board of Physical Therapist Examiners, March 2006 to present Certified Wound Specialist
American Academy of Wound Management April 2009 to April 2019 Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy August 2009 to present Certified Telehealth Provider, Allied Health
Evergreen Certifications, May 2021 to present Credentialed Clinical Instructor
American Physical Therapy Association May 2007 to present Certified BLS for Healthcare Providers Program
American Heart Association, May 2020 to present Speaker
North Carolina Physical Therapy Association, Fall Meeting, October 2009Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative Program certifications OUSD P&R Human Research - Institutional Review Board GCP for Clinical Trials with Investigational Drugs and Medical Devices (U.S. FDA Focus) Responsible Conduct of Research
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