Physical Therapist Therapy

Megan A Bryce

*** ****** ***** **. 630-***-**** (cell)

Willowbrook, IL 60527 630-***-**** (home)

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As a recent licensed graduate, I am seeking a challenging and rewarding position in the orthopedic field of

Physical Therapy where I can utilize my skills and continue my professional development.

Clinical Experience

HCR Manor Care, Hinsdale, IL January 2010 – April 2010

Student Physical Therapist – Subacute rehabilitation in skilled nursing facility; Chart review, evaluation,

assessment, and developed plan of care for geriatric population with a variety of conditions including

neurological, cardiopulmonary, post surgery, joint replacement, and Alzheimer’s; implemented gait training,

balance, stair training, strengthening and endurance; Participated in home assessments, patient care meetings,

communication with nurses, occupational and speech therapists; Completed associated paperwork and

implemented discharge planning

Easter Seals, Bourbonnais, IL September 2009 – October 2009

Student Physical Therapist – Pediatric and Early Intervention; Evaluation, assessment, and plan of care for

children age 0-5 with a variety of congenital, developmental, neurological, and musculoskeletal disorders;

Aquatic and land based therapy treatments; Assessed and fitted children for wheel chairs, positioning devices

and adaptive equipment; Educated and communicated with families and caregivers; Co-treatments and meetings

with patient’s rehab team

Accelerated Rehabilitation, Chicago, IL July 2009 – August 2009

Student Physical Therapist – Outpatient orthopedic; Examination, assessment, development and implementation

of plan of care for pediatric through geriatric populations with variety of musculoskeletal impairments, injuries,

and post surgery; Utilized strength training, balance, manual therapy, Active Release Technique, Graston;

Completed initial, daily, progress, and discharge reports; utilized functional outcome measures; Completed in-

service presentation

Advanced Rehab Clinics, Chicago, IL July 2008 – August 2008

Student Physical Therapist – Outpatient orthopedic; Application of modalities, range of motion and muscle

testing, stretching, components of initial examination, assist in development of treatment plan, manual therapy,

guiding exercises program, strain-counter strain method, daily notes, and discharge notes

Work Experience

AthletiCo, Willowbrook, IL September 2006 – June 2007

Physical Therapy Aide – Responsible for supplies and equipment, application of heat, ice, ultrasound, electrical

stimulation, and other modalities, monitor patients during exercises, scheduling appointments, assisting in the

front office

Volunteer Experience

Saving Tiny Hearts, Chicago, IL 2008 – 2010

Fundraising and event planning to raise money for research for children born with congenital heart disease

Butler County MRDD, Hamilton, OH February 2006 – May 2006

Assistance with daily activities and therapy of developmentally and mentally challenged children and adults

Oxford Physical Therapy, Oxford, OH May 2005 – July 2005

Observe and assist therapists and staff in daily activities

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy Governors State University

2007 – 2010 University Park, IL

Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science Miami University

2002-2006 Oxford, OH

Licenses and Certification

State of Pennsylvania Physical Therapy License – pending

State of Illinois Physical Therapy License

BLS/AED/First Aid

Additional Skill/Activities

Computer Skills in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel

American Physical Therapy Association

Physical Therapy Student Association

College Sorority: Phi Mu – Assistant Membership Director, Membership Chair

References available upon request

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