ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
Doctorate of Physical Therapy University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, La Crosse, Wisconsin
Honors: UW -La Crosse Foundation Lillian Campbell Scholarship
Intended Graduation: May 19, 2013 Current Grade Point Average: 3.47
Bachelor of Science: Athletic Training Winona State University, Winona, Minnesota
Honors: Magna Cum Laude, Dean’s List (9 times), Presidential Honor Scholarship
Awarded on: May 8, 2009 Grade Point Average upon graduation: 3.72
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES
Licensed Athletic Trainer- State of Wisconsin, 2009-Present
National Athletic Training Association Certification, 2009-Present
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist- National Strength & Conditioning Association, 2009-Present
First Aid/CPR/AED Certified- American Heart Association, 2005-Present
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center- Outpatient Orthopedic & Sports Medicine- January-March 2013
Outpatient pediatric sports orthopedic 12-week internship, Liberty Township campus, Middletown, OH
Develop comprehensive, evidence based and creative treatment plans for pediatric orthopedic patients
Demonstrate strong communication skills with patients, parents/guardians and fellow healthcare providers
Participate in multiple additional educational experiences presented for Cincinnati Children’s orthopedic residents/staff
Aurora West Allis Medical Center- September-December 2012
Outpatient neurological rehabilitation/inpatient acute 12-week internship, West Allis, WI
Identified movement based impairments and functional limitations to develop appropriate treatment plans
Provided multi-disciplinary care with occupational and speech therapy for patients in outpatient neuro rehab program
Demonstrated efficiency in use of electronic documentation for patient evaluation and treatment
Collaborated daily with other health care professionals to determine appropriate and safe discharge in acute setting
Medford Sports Injury & Therapy Center- June-August 2012
Outpatient orthopedic 12-week internship, Medford, OR
Formulated comprehensive treatment plans for various non-surgical and post-operative outpatient orthopedic patients
Implemented use of manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education and the use of modalities
Empowered patients to take ownership of their conditions through the use of home exercise programs
Supervised PTAs and PT aides in providing quality patient care
Mayo Clinic Health Systems- Northland- August 2011
Rural, outpatient orthopedic four-week internship, Rice Lake, WI
Evaluated and treated a primarily orthopedic population
Winona Health Physical Therapy and Rehabilitative Services- January 2011
Outpatient orthopedic two-week internship, Winona, MN
Developed basic evaluation and examination skills in an outpatient orthopedic setting
OTHER EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES
Health and Wellness Practicum-Bone Health Education Project-Spring 2012
Educational presentations to middle school, high school & undergraduate classes on bone health
Analysis of the extent of current knowledge on prevention osteoporosis in these age groups
Provided osteoporosis risk assessments and educational information on bone health at Viterbo Health Fair
Research Practicum- September 2011-May 2012
“Effects of Step Length on Patellofemoral Joint Stress in Female Runners with Patellofemoral Pain ”
Recruited and coordinated scheduling of subjects, performed motion analysis of runners with patellofemoral pain
Analyzed data to develop and write poster presentation abstract
UW -L Annual Celebration of Research & Creativity Graduate Poster Presentation Award Winner - April 2012
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse- Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer- La Crosse, WI- January 2011-May 2012
Provided supervision and education as clinical instructor to athletic training students
Facilitated communication daily between athletes, athletic trainers and coaches to ensure quality athlete care
Coordinated care of collegiate athletes for injury prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation
Kanakuk Kamps- Athletic Trainer- Lampe, MO- Summer 2009
Provided injury assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to high school and college athletes
Coordinated with nurses & physicians daily to provide care to campers
Kanakuk Kamps- Sports Medicine Assistant- Lampe, MO- [2 weeks paid, 2 weeks volunteer]- July 2008
Assisted certified athletic trainer in providing injury assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to hig h school athletes
Developed treatment plans in a setting with limited resources for treatment of athletic injuries.
La Crosse Area Family YMCA-Wellness Center Attendant- La Crosse, WI- August 2010-January 2012
Taught new members safe and effective use of cardio and weight equipment
Assisted the elderly and disabled members with their exercise programs
INVOLVEMENT
Campus:
Campus Crusade for Christ- University of La Crosse- 2010-2012
Athletes in Action- University of La Crosse- 2010-2011
W inona State Track & Field Student Assistant Coach- Middle Distance- Fall 2009- Spring 2010
W inona State Indoor & Outdoor Track & Field- 2006-2009
W inona State Cross-Country- 2006
W inona State Fellowship of Christian Athletes- 2006-2010
W inona State Athletic Training Club member- 2006-2009
Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship – Leadership team member- 2008-2009
Volunteer Experience:
Career Fair- Nagle Middle School- Anderson, OH- March 2013
Soccer Outreach- 8-week injury prevention program for high school soccer players-Cleves, OH- Jan-Feb 2013
Educational talks to high school students promoting athletic training and physical therapy-Waukesha, WI - May 2012
La Crosse Fitness Festival Event Volunteer- La Crosse, WI- May 2012
Special Olympics FUNFitness Event- Oshkosh, WI- April 2011, April 2012
Meadow W ood Assisted Living –aided in educating resident in rehab exercises- La Crosse, WI- April 2011-Jan 2012
St. Claire’s Mission-Physical Therapy volunteer providing pro bono care- La Crosse, WI- Sept 2010, Jan 2011 & 2012
Volunteer Athletic Trainer WIAA State Track & Field Meet- La Crosse, WI- June 3-4, 2011
Salvation Army Mother’s Day Dinner Volunteer- La Crosse WI- May 2011, 2012
St. Anne Extended Health Care- Therapy Department Volunteer- W inona, MN- Summer 2009
Habitat for Humanity- W inona, MN- 2008-2009
The Edge Church Youth Group Leader- W inona, MN- 2009
W inona Health functional testing for high school football players- W inona, MN- Summer 2008
Professional Development:
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital ACCEPT Training- Patient self-management training- March 2013
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Blitz Day- February 2013
American Physical Therapy Association Member- 2010-Present
Sports Physical Therapy APTA Section Member- 2012-Present
National Athletic Training Association Member- 2007-Present
Great Lakes Area Athletic Training Association Member- 2007-Present
W isconsin Athletic Training Association Member- 2010-Present
Minnesota Athletic Training Association Member- 2007-2010
Attended National Athletic Training Association conference- June 2009
Attended Minnesota Area Athletic Training Association conference- May 2008