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Alex McMeekin PT, DPT

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OBJECTIVE

To obtain a full time Physical Therapist position in an outpatient clinic with an emphasis on improving patient mobility, independence and quality of life. EDUCATION

Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC May 2020 Doctor of Physical Therapy

Clemson University, Clemson, SC May 2016

Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences, minor in Athletic Leadership CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Roper Saint Francis Physical Therapy: Powered by ATI, Summerville, SC Aug-Oct 2018 8-week Outpatient Orthopedic Rotation

• Examined, evaluated and treated a diverse patient population with a variety of diagnoses.

• Responsible for the treatment planning and care of 4-6 patients per day.

• Experienced with treating OA, TKA, hip replacement, rotator cuff repair, LBP, tendonitis, post fracture, sport specific injuries and numerous other orthopedic diagnoses. Summerville Medical Center, Summerville, SC Aug-Nov 2019 10-week Inpatient Acute Care Rotation

• Examined, evaluated and treated acute patients with musculoskeletal, neurologic, integumentary, cardiopulmonary, vestibular, and visceral diagnoses.

• Able to maintain a full case load of 9-11 patients per day by the end of the rotation.

• Competent in working with an interdisciplinary team of PTs, PTAs, OTs, SLPs, Nurses, and MDs to provide the best possible patient care. Atlas Physical Therapy, North Charleston, SC Nov-Jan 2020 11-week Outpatient Orthopedic Rotation

• Examined, evaluated and treated a diverse patient population including: post-op, sports, worker’s comp, and direct access.

• Able to maintain full patient caseload of 8-10 patients per day

• Worked closely with team of PTs and PTAs to treat all patients in a setting where teamwork and communication was critical.

• Clinic emphasis on manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and modalities Made 2 Move, Daniel Island, SC Feb-Apr 2020

12-week Outpatient Sports and Human Performance Rotation Alex McMeekin

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• Examined, evaluated and treated a more active and independent patient population with a focus on improving human performance and strengthening to recover/prevent injuries.

• Participated in workshops and wellness education opportunities in the community WORK EXPERIENCE

MUSC Wellness Center, Charleston, SC July 2017-Present Work Study

Northwood Academy, Summerville, SC Jan 2017-Present Assistant Coach, Strength and Conditioning Coach

Gold’s Gym, North Charleston, SC June 2016-July 2017 ACE Certified Personal Trainer

Clemson Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Seneca, SC Jan 2014-May 2016 Physical Therapy Aide

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

DPT Class of 2020 May 2017-Present

Class Officer, Sports Chairperson

• Coordinated and led intramural sports teams for the class of 2020

• Helped plan and execute activities for class of 2020 and MUSC including Turkey Bowl, Shots with a Spin, and field days.

• Helped plan and coordinate events throughout the school year. CARES Clinic June 2017-Present

Student Volunteer

• Volunteered as a Student Clinician to examine, evaluate and treat underserved patients in the CARES student run pro-bono clinic.

• Volunteered to serve additional hours apart from mandatory class requirements to serve recurring patients who needed additional treatment. REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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