Scottie Schmalz-Hope, DPT, CWS, CLT

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Idaho Falls, Idaho 83406

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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Doctor of Physical Therapy

* ***** of experience as an adjunct professor of anatomy and physiology

Over 15 years of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist

Certified Wound Specialist (CWS) by the American Board of Wound Management (ABWM) for over 10 years

Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) for 9 years

Current Idaho Physical Therapy License

EDUCATION

Doctor of Physical Therapy, Idaho State University, 2005

Recognized and received award for Outstanding Student Clinician

Professional project, “Critical Thinking Skills of Practicing Physical Therapist”

Worked over 180 hours in ISU Physical Therapy Clinic

Member of American Physical Therapy Association, Idaho Physical Therapy Association, and Idaho State University Student Physical Therapy Association

Bachelors of Science in Zoology, Idaho State University, 2001

Awarded Outstanding Student Researcher, 2001

Research Assistant 1997-2001

Assisted in the creation and development of an online Nurse Practitioner course in order to serve students in rural areas of Idaho.

Co-authored published descriptions of four previously unidentified Myxozoan parasite species.

Participated as a research assistant in studies of Apicomplexan parasites in order to identify unambiguous parasites in fish.

Presented research findings at Western and National Parasitology Conferences to experts in the field of parasitology.

Received Presidents Student Award 1999

WORK EXPERIENCE

Adjunct Faculty at College of Eastern Idaho, in Idaho Falls, Idaho January 2019 to present

Responsible for the creation and presentation of all course and lab materials for Anatomy and Physiology course. Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology and Lab 103. The course covers the body structures and how they function to maintain homeostasis in the body. Class was focused for License Practical Nurse students transferring to the Registered Nurse program. Responsibilities included creating all aspects of instruction and examination.

Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center, in Idaho Falls, Idaho October 2017 to October 2020

As a member of clinic leadership, I assisted in the development and integration of a burn and trauma center into an established wound care clinic. Lead staff during organizational and procedural changes that resulted in a five-fold increase in patient visits. As a Physical Therapist and Certified Wound Specialist (CWS) I am recognized as an expert in my field. I created a lymphedema treatment program serving Eastern Idaho. I utilize advanced wound care skills and knowledge to provide outstanding patient care. I collaborate with professionals of other medical disciplines including physicians, physician’s assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and occupational therapists. I presented research based lectures at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center’s Annual Wound Care Symposium in 2018 on offloading foot ulcers and in 2019 on compression for lower extremity edema.

Carrington College in Boise, Idaho Spring Semester 2017

As an Anatomy and Physiology Course Instructor I educated students in the college’s Dental Hygienist Program. I instructed both the classroom and lab portions of the course. Created the course syllabus, planned and supervised lab experiments, and developed course testing materials. Educated students in both a cellular and systemic approach to the study of body functions, including physical and chemical processes and interactions among systems. Advised students regarding academic matters to improve successful course completion. Prepared, administered and graded assignments, quizzes and exams. Provided objective feedback regarding student performance. Maintained records of student attendance, grades, lab, and/or homework assignments. Conducted assigned courses in a manner that resulted in a high level of student satisfaction and course completion. Communicated pro-actively with campus administration regarding student issues. Ensured campus and college regulations and policies were known and followed.

St. Luke’s Wound Care, in Boise, Idaho February 2014 to December 2018

As a Physical Therapist, Certified Wound Specialist (CWS), and Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) I was recognized as an expert in my field. Served as a Credential Clinical instructor through the American Physical Therapy Association for four physical therapy students. Performed advanced offloading with total contact casting and compression systems. Researched and presented offloading education at bi-annual St. Luke’s Wound Care conferences. Developed and presented quarterly in-service training for physicians, mid-level practitioners, nursing staff, and aides. Worked in the home care setting as needed on weekends for wound care consults. Received Certificate of Service for Outstanding Clinical Instruction from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Initiated research project entitled, “Most Beneficial Temporary Offloading When a Total Contact Cast is Not an Option.” Created templates for electronic documentation.

Summerlin Hospital and Spring Valley Hospital, in Las Vegas, Nevada November 2012 to February 2014

As a licensed physical therapist working in both the acute care and rehabilitation units I provided wound care, lymphedema, and traditional physical therapy to patients primarily with neurologic conditions.

Intermountain Medical Center Murray, in Salt Lake City, Utah November 2009 to August 2012

Certified Lymphedema Therapist in a comprehensive cancer clinic. Treated lower extremity edema related to venous insufficiency, lymphedema, and other systemic causes of edema. Developed a hospital wide inpatient edema treatment program. Marketed the lymphedema program to area physicians. Created templates and implemented online charting for the lymphedema program.

Salt Lake Wound Care, Salt Lake City, Utah November 2006 to November 2009

As the Director of Wound Care I supervised the wound care staff. Treated a broad range of patients from adolescents to geriatrics. Utilized advanced wound care skills. Performed patient evaluations and set up plans of care. Trained physicians, mid-level practitioners, nursing staff, and aides in advanced wound care theory and treatment modalities.

Salt Lake Community College, Salt Lake City, Utah- 2008 to 2009

As an Anatomy and Physiology course instructor I instructed students in Biology and Science Programs. I was responsible for developing all course content, including syllabus, learning activities, and learning assessments.

Western Governors University Salt Lake City, Utah 2008

I functioned as an Anatomy and Physiology expert for a standard setting workshop responsible for the creation of competency exams for students in the health science programs.

Mountain Land Rehabilitation Salt Lake City, Utah- July 2006 to October 2006

As a licensed physical therapist in an outpatient orthopedic setting I treated a broad range of patients suffering from various orthopedic conditions.

Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center Idaho Falls, Idaho- May 2005 to October 2005

As a licensed physical therapist I provided physical therapy to pediatric patients in outpatient clinic, inpatient clinic, home health, and the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

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