Experience

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  Ithaca college

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2012

  Student
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  Physical therapy & sports rehab

  May 2008 - Aug 2008

  Physical therapy aide

  Prepared equipment trays and tables for incoming patientsAdministered towels, hot and cold packs to physical therapistsAssisted in supervision of exercise programs performed by patients

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  Ithaca college office of recreational sports

  Aug 2008 - Jul 2011

  At this job I:-Greeted guests at the front desk-Handled all payment transactions-Cleaned exercise equipment in facility-Administered athletic equipment to patrons-Maintained patrons’ safety-Performed laundry duties At this job I:-Performed all duties of a Facility Monitor-Trained all Facility Monitors-Oversaw the work of 35 Facility Monitors-Completed administration duties using Microsoft Office-Implemented a new cleaning schedule/model for the group to use-Oversaw activities and events held at the Fitness Center during, before, and after hours.-Assisted in the new hire process-Worked with other Building Assistants in the facility

  • Facility Monitor

    Aug 2007 - Jul 2011

  • Building Assistant

    Aug 2008 - Jul 2010
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  Foundry orthopedics & sports medicine

  Jan 2011 - Feb 2011

  Physical therapy student

  Clinical Affiliation I:Outpatient Orthopedic and Sports Rehab Clinical Affiliation.Orthopedic and Sports injuries age range 15 years - 75 yearsThe majority of the patient cases I saw included s/p: ACL reconstruction with or without meniscus repair; rotator cuff repairs, chronic and acute shoulder impingement syndromes, surgical meniscectomy, and other orthopedic injuries with or without surgical intervention.At this site I:Managed 25-50% caseload of chronic and acute orthopedic injuries.Worked with Certified Athletic Trainers, Occupational Therapists/Certified Hand Specialist, physical therapy aides, student workers, and orthopedic surgeons. Show less

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  Pardee hospital

  Jun 2011 - Jul 2011

  Physical therapy student

  Clinical Affiliation II:Inpatient Acute FacilityThe majority of the patient cases I worked with here were complex medical cases in the general medical, intensive care and orthopedic surgical units. I worked with patients aged 30-100 years old, with the majority of the cases aging 75-100 years old.At this site I:Managed 50-75% caseload in this hospital.Evaluated patients with primary and revision total hip and total knee replacements, and led group therapy sessions for these patients.Examined and evaluated patients with complex medical conditions requiring physical therapy for home safety assessment, decrease the risk of further complications and general conditioning training.Utilized my education in Spanish by performing evaluations and treatments in Spanish; I also used my knowledge of conversational American Sign Language with employees in the hospital.Worked with the following staff members: MD, DO, RN, CNA, OT, OTA student, SLP, PT, PTA, PT tech, discharge planners, student volunteers and nursing students to provide complete care. Show less

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  Special olympics new york

  Feb 2012 - Feb 2012

  Volunteer

  At this event I evaluated athletes' cardiovascular endurance, muscle flexibility, and strength. After examination and evaluation I created individualized home exercise programs for athletes to complete in order to improve their athletic and competition ability.

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  St. camillus health and rehabilitation center

  Mar 2012 - Apr 2012

  Physical therapy student

  Clinical Affiliation III:Sub-acute rehabilitationTreated diagnoses including total hip replacement, total knee replacement, fractures, history of falls, and stroke. Patients' ages ranged from 50 years old to 100 years old.At this site I:Independently managed 75-100% caseload at this site. Examined and evaluated patients s/p surgery or hospital admission prior to their safe return home.Developed a plan of care individual to the patient's and family members needs including strength training, gait training, bed mobility, patient/family education, stretching, stair training and instruction in safe transfers in the home and community.Determined an appropriate prognosis and determined other health services needed to provide the best care to patients. Attended weekly rounds meetings with other health professionals to provide interdisciplinary care. Show less

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  Evolve physical therapy + advanced wellness

  Jun 2012 - Aug 2012

  Physical therapy student

  Clinical Affiliation IV:Outpatient OrthopedicsI completed my final clinical affiliation as a physical therapy student at this outpatient orthopedic clinic in San Diego, CA. There was significant emphasis on manual therapy techniques and postural assessment to treat and prevent musculoskeletal impairments.At this site I:Managed a full caseload of patients with simple and complex injuries. Patient ages ranged 9 - 90 years old.Treated patients with meniscectomy, rotator cuff injuries (conservative and post-surgical cases), muscle injuries, ligament sprains, fractures, and cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine injuries.Utilized manual therapy techniques as a significant part of patient care.Independently determined prognosis and discharge plans for patients/clients returning to sport and work.Worked with other physical therapists, Active Release Technique specialist, acupuncturist, and massage therapist to give patients and clients complete care. Show less

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  Spaulding rehabilitation hospital

  Dec 2012 - Jan 2014

  Physical therapist

  At this position I was a staff physical therapist in an outpatient clinic. I treated orthopedic injuries of the upper and lower extremities, and spine. I worked closely with doctors in the clinic's spine center to treat chronic and acute back and neck injuries using therapeutic exercise and manual therapy techniques.As part of the orthopedic team I went off-site to teach adults and occasionally kids warm-ups and cool-downs for safe exercise habits. As part of the company's Running Clinic where I tested strength in runners and taught exercises to strengthen their weaker muscles. I participated in Revs Clinic, a clinic geared to children aged 8-12 to teach stretches and exercises for a healthy lifestyle. I travelled to local elementary schools to teach kids games and ways to adapt games so that everyone on the playground can participate whether they have typical abilities or not. Show less

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  Rhode island hospital

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2016

  Physical therapist

  Staff Physical Therapist at an outpatient orthopedic clinic treating acute and chronic conditions, and participating in the Spine Center. Primarily treatments use a combination of therapeutic exercise and manual techniques with modalities as needed to improve patient symptoms and function. I am certified in Level 1 Functional Dry Needling.

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  Desert orthopaedic center

  Apr 2016 - Nov 2018

  Physical therapist

  Staff physical therapist treating orthopedic conditions. I see patients for conservative management of pain and dysfunctional movement patterns as well as post operative care. I treat patients with a multitude of conditions at the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand, neck, back, hip, knee, ankle and foot. I utilize dry needling to assist in management of pain and symptoms, integrating this treatment with strength and mobility training to improve movement patterns.

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  Ali marty, llc

  Sept 2018 - now

  Rehab running injury expert
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  Mobile physical therapy

  Sept 2018 - now

  Physical therapist and president

  Providing online visits for your joint replacement and arthritis needs.