Aaron Osborne, PT

**** **** ****, ******** ****, TX 77489

Phone: 281-***-**** E-Mail: ac7a9t@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Licensed physical therapist seeking a position in the inpatient setting to gain experience and continue to develop as a clinician

Education

Hampton University

Hampton, VA

August 2015-May 2018

Doctorate of Physical Therapy

Texas Southern University

Houston, TX

August 2009-May 2014

Bachelors of Science in Biology

Minor in Chemistry

Clinical Affiliations

C.O.R.E. Physical Therapy – Outpatient

Longview, TX

March 2018 – April 2018

Performed initial evaluations and re-evaluations for insurance authorization

Performed joint mobilization, nerve glides, Graston technique, and manual cervical traction when indicated

Performed Functional Capacity Evaluations for return to work and new-hire candidates

Created treatment plans and initiated therapeutic activities/exercises

Educated patients on the performance of HEP

Carried 100% of the physical therapist caseload and documentation

Longview Regional Medical Center – Acute Inpatient

Longview, TX

January 2018 – February 2018

Performed initial evaluations on medically complex patients with cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, and neurological diagnoses/conditions

Educated patients and caregivers on the benefits of physical therapy and early mobilization

Educated patients on the safe performance of transfers and gait with assistive devices

Formulated patient discharge planning based upon consideration of the patient’s condition, patient’s comorbidities, diagnosis, prognosis, evaluation, physician recommendation, patient preference, and insurance coverage

Initiated mobilization of complex patients with safe management of multiple lines including but not limited to IVs, supplemental oxygen, chest tubes, catheters, and colostomy bags

Monitored patient vital signs and adjusted treatment as indicated

Performed co-treatments with occupational therapy

Observed performance of a Coronary Artery Bypass Graft x5

Old Dominion University Physical Therapy – Outpatient

Norfolk, VA

October 2017 – December 2017

Performed the initial evaluation and revaluation for patients with various musculoskeletal and neurological diagnoses

Initiated the treatment plans for patients with varying diagnoses ranging from low back pain to spinal cord injuries

Utilized Graston technique, ultrasound, IFC, mechanical traction, and FES as indicated

Presented an in-service on the use of the Baclofen pump for the treatment of muscle spasticity

Observed several arthroscopic surgeries including: knee scopes, ACL repair, rotator cuff repair

Virginia Beach Health and Rehab Center – Skilled Nursing Facility

Virginia Beach, VA

March 2017 – April 2017

Performed initial evaluations and re-evaluations for patients with various comorbidities in the SNF setting

Performed gait training, stair negotiation, and bed mobility activities with patients

Monitored vital signs of patients and adjusted the intensity of treatment sessions as indicated

Educated patients and family members on the safe performance of bed mobility, transfers, and gait

Riverside Physical Therapy – Outpatient

Newport News, VA

October 2016 – December 2016

Completed the patient history and examination of patients with varying musculoskeletal conditions

Educated patients on the safe performance of therapeutic exercises to activate appropriate muscle action and eliminate unwanted muscle compensation

Performed graded joint mobilizations and stretching as indicated

Observed the treatment of student athletes on the campus of Christopher Newport University

Professional Training and Development

Virginia Physical Therapy Association (VPTA) Member

VPTA, Tidewater District

2015-2017

Attended district meetings about pain, sexual function in patients with neurological conditions, and foot/ankle orthopedics

Research Poster Presentation on Vestibular Rehabilitation as an Effective Treatment for Post-Concussion Symptoms: A Systematic Review

2016

Discussed the finding of multiple research studies that analyzed the effects of various components of vestibular rehabilitation intervention for reducing post-concussive symptoms in athletes

In-service PowerPoint Presentation on the Effects of Baclofen Therapy on Muscle Spasticity

2017

Discussed the function, mechanism of action, side effects, and physical therapy indications of the Baclofen Pump Therapy in the treatment/management of muscle spasticity as a result of neurological disease/trauma

CPR/BLS Certified

August 2018 – Present

Volunteer Experience

Apple Core Leader

Houston Food Bank January 2014-January 2015

Welcome and guide volunteers through the facility

Oversee the sorting and packaging of food and household products that will be distributed throughout the community to those in need

Volunteer

TIRR Houston, TX

Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation & Research August 2013-December 2013

Observe physicians and staff as they issue rehabilitative care to patients

20+ hours completed

Volunteer

Physical Therapy Unit Houston, TX

Memorial Hermann Hospital May 2013-August 2013

Shadow and assist the physicians and aides as they deliver post-operative and rehabilitative care

90 hours completed

References

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