Francis ‘Sonny’ DeLeo, PTA **** Bell Rd. Apt ****
e-mail: *********@*****.*** Hermitage, TN 37076
(h) - 615-***-**** (c) - 631-***-****
Resume’ objective:
To obtain, not just a job, but a position with a career orientated company that looks for quality in the therapist they employ. I have a diverse background, experience and a positive, reliable work ethic less common in today’s applicants. As a seasoned, proven professional I will always look for ways to grow and improve my skills to better serve the patient and the organization that employs me.
Relevant Focus Points:
TN State Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant #7268
NY State Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant #007938-1
Graduated college with honors. Inducted into the Phi Theta Kappa honor society.
Recipient of multiple ‘Employee of The Month’ awards between 2012 and 2018
Fla. Licensed Massage therapist 1992-1996
ACSM/IDEA/YMCA certified fitness trainer 1991 – 1996
Current Red Cross BLS certification
Instructor Fla. Institute of Massage Therapy, 1992-1994
PT Technician, 1992-1996
Assistant Clinical coordinator for an orthopedic out-patient clinic, 1993-1995
Owner/operator of a Massage Therapy/Fitness Consultant Co., 1992-1995
Orthopedic technician at Margate Regional Hospital, Fl, 1991-1992 Employment History:
Mills Pond Nursing and Rehabilitation Center March 2012 – Oct. 2019
• Full time Physical Therapist Assistant St. James, NY St. John Land Sub-Acute & Head Trauma Unit July 2011 – March 2012
• Full time Physical Therapist Assistant Kings Park, NY Communications Technician Feb. 1996 – Oct. 2009
C.I.C. / Mason Technologies Long Island/Manhattan
• Installed telecommunication cables for commercial bldgs., hospitals and new construction projects.
• OSHA certified
North Shore University Hospital Manhasset, NY
• Maintained hospital’s telecommunication systems and equipment. Owner /Operator March 1992 – May 1995
‘Sonny’s Massage Therapy and Fitness Consulting’ Ft. Lauderdale, FL
• FL. Licensed Massage Therapist/Certified ACSM/IDEA/YMCA Fitness Trainer
• Owner and operator of a Physical Fitness and Massage Therapy service.
• Provided personal training and physical therapy services for clients at their homes and businesses. As a Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Fitness Trainer and Physical Therapist Technician I contracted my services to various physical therapy rehabilitation clinics, health clubs and health insurance companies which included: orthopedic out-pt facilities, chiropractor offices, senior centers, nursing homes, hospitals, local gyms and private companies. 2
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Assistant Clinical Coordinator 1992 – 1995
Royal Palm PT and Sports Rehab Center Coral Springs Fl.
• Assisted in the day to day operation of this facility. Responsible for the hiring and training of therapy aides and support staff, scheduling of patients and various administrative duties. Performed therapy interventions under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist as allowed by Florida state laws. Instructor June 1993 – Sept 1994
Florida Institute of Massage Therapy Ft. Lauderdale, Fl.
• Lead instructor of their graduate medical massage course.
• Co-wrote and instructed this curriculum which was an advanced graduate program for massage therapist pursuing a career in medical/hospital facilities. The program was an evening, 3 month, 108 hr state certified program. NW Regional Hospital Jan. 1991- March 1992
Physical Therapy Technician Margate, Fl.
• Performed duties as a PT aide, promoted to PT Technician.
• Trained as an orthopedic tech assisting in the O.R. during orthopedic surgeries. Assisted in applying casts on patients as well traction and surgical wound care.
• Initiated, planned and procured an onsite a $25,000 fitness training center for discharged PT patients wishing to continue their exercise program.
• Started a massage therapy program for hospital employees. Sales Representative March 1986 – Dec. 1990
Brookhaven Cable TV Port Jefferson Station, NY
United States Navy Sept. 1977 – March 1986
Education:
Suffolk County Community College Fall 2009 – Spring 2011 Selden, NY
• Graduate of S.C.C.C.’s PTA program earning an A.A.S. degree with a 3.7 overall GPA. Graduated as an inductee into the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. Suffolk Community College Fall 1986 – Spring 1988
Selden, NY
• Course of study: Business Administration & Management Florida Institute of Massage Therapy 1992
• Received my license to practice Massage Therapy in Florida Trade Schools/Continuing education courses: Ongoing
• Many/various
• American Red Cross BLS certified
Sachem High School Ronkonkoma, NY
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Francis ‘Sonny’ DeLeo, PTA
2010-2011 PTA clinical affiliations:
• St. Charles, Ronkonkoma out-pt facility
• Stony Brook University Hospital (acute care)
• Stony Brook VA hospital
• St John Land, Kings Park Head Trauma Unit/Sub Acute Unit Military Experience:
United States Navy Sept. 1977 – March 1986
Submariner Auxiliary Engineer /1
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Class Deep Sea Salvage and Rescue Diver
Awarded: 2 Good conduct medals, Navy Expeditionary medal, small arms sharpshooter ribbon, sea service ribbon with 3 stars, Dolphin insignia
(Submarine Qualified), Submarine Patrol pin with 2 bronze stars, 1st Class Deep Sea Diver insignia.
• Served as an Auxiliary Engineer onboard the nuclear submarine USS Benjamin Franklin (SSBN 640), 1977-1981.
• Re-enlisted and re-trained into the Navy’s Deep-Sea Diver Program stationed aboard the Salvage Ship USS Edenton (ATS1). Completed multiple operations along the U.S. East Coast and in the Mediterranean Ocean, 1981-1984.
• Promoted to Diving Team Supervisor at the Naval Underwater Systems Center
(N.U.S.C.) in Newport Rhode Island, 1984-1986.
• Honorably discharged in March of 1986 after serving nearly 9 yrs. with distinction and attaining the rank of Petty Officer First Class (E-6). I stand ready to meet and discuss my qualifications, experiences, and our mutual expectations to ascertain if I would be the right candidate for a position within your facility.
Current references proudly provided upon request.