Physical Therapist
Resume:
SORCHA ALISABETH COX
CONTACT
***********@*****.***
KY 41075
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Passionate DPT with four years
of experience maximizing
functionality and promoting
well-being in variable patient
populations such as
orthopedics, sports medicine,
neurological, vestibular and
geriatrics following
comprehensive evaluations.
Treats compassionately
through evidence-based care
and is in the process of
completing Mechanical
Diagnosis Therapy (MDT) and a
Dry Needling Certification
through The American
Academy of Manipulative
Therapy.
I have a long history as a leader
operating in team
environments, such as college softball where I played on a very successful team for four years as second baseman. My adaptability
and clinical performance can be
verified through previous
employers/co-workers,
including nominations for
awards and positions of
leadership.
EXPERIENCE
PHYSICAL THERAPIST AND REHAB COORDINATOR Jun 2021 Current
Aegis Therapies, Fairfield, OH:
Plan and implement individually designed therapeutic rehabilitative programs to improve physical function/prevent dysfunction following thorough examinations
Consult with insurance verification professionals per payor to achieve optimal patient outcomes in a cost-effective manner Provide Part B outpatient services in multiple locations while building a caseload of > 35 patients at each (3 locations) after marketing for Aegis and advocating for patients.
Performed > 6 in-services within the facilities to educate residents on wellness, safety, fall risk reduction, balance, etc. Facilitated the hiring of 2 PTAs by the DOR due to high census
PHYSICAL THERAPIST, PRN Jul 2020 Current
CommuniCare Health Services, Cincinnati, OH
Evaluate medically complex short & long-term residents in skilled nursing facilities following a decline in function, recent surgery, COPD exacerbation, COVID-19, etc.
Facilities (I assist at 2) have over 110 beds on average; I develop therapy care plans, treat patients in order to achieve their goals, complete progress notes, and advise on patient discharge plans. Ensure continuity of care by creating and implementing evidence-based patient management
PHYSICAL THERAPIST Aug 2019 Jun 2021
Henry Community Health, New Castle, IN
Delivered home care physical therapy services for individuals who acquired illness/injury, functional decline, or surgery All disciplines worked collaboratively to complete plans of care and provide optimal healthcare services for the hospital in a patient- centered care model
Radius of travel included 11+ counties, maintaining an average PT caseload of nearly 40 patients, seeing 6-7 a day with up to 60+ minute drive times
Documented vitals, mobility, G-codes, completed OASIS documentation, and coordinated with case managers and other health care providers daily
PHYSICAL THERAPIST Jul 2018 Aug 2019
Cutting Edge Physical Therapy, Richmond, IN
Constructed unique care plans in the physical therapy setting to improve functionality and return-to-work status following physical ailment, disease, disability, etc.
Treated a variable caseload: ACL repairs, total knee/hip/shoulder replacements, neurological degenerative diseases, dementia, etc., in patients of ages 8-90+ years old
Average visits: 12+ daily with multiple double-booked appointments completed
SKILLS
• EMR utilized: Casamba, Rehab
Optima/NetHealth, PointCare,
Raintree, Roadnotes/API,
Redoc, TheraOffice,
Cerner/Matrix
• CPR/BLS
certified
• Multiple Active State PT
Licensure: Indiana, Kentucky,
Ohio
• Multiple
certifications/specializations in
progress
• Former college athlete with
personal training experience
•Intrinsically motivated
• Medical billing experience > 5
years
• Thrives in fast-paced
environments
• Mentored several PT/PTA
students/new hires as well
•Anatomy & Physiology tutor at
Anderson University
EDUCATION
DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY - PHYSICAL THERAPY Jun 2018 Trine University, Fort Wayne, IN
CAPTE-accredited program -- Summa Cum Lade Graduate
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - EXERCISE SCIENCE WITH PRE-PT CONCENTRATION May 2015
Anderson University, Anderson, IN
Dean's List, all semesters
Anderson University Dean's List, All-Sports Academic All-Conference, Academic All-Conference (2012-2015)
All-Tournament Team Second Baseman (2014)
Member of 2012-2015 championship softball teams
Member of 2013 Regional Championship HCAC tournament softball team and World Series competitor
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