Dawn Higgins BS, RKT, DPT

**** ********* ***, *********, ** 92028

Tel—760-***-**** Email—aduzsz@r.postjobfree.com

EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVE—A career track position offering rehabilitative and or a clinical treatment position in a clinical setting requiring strong interpersonal skills and providing hands-on patient care.

EDUCATION— Doctor of Physical Therapy, Loma Linda University School of Allied Health Sciences, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA -June 2008

Orthopedic Clinical Specialty in Progress with Board Certification expected in 2015

Bachelor of Science in Exercise, Fitness and Nutrition with an emphasis in Pre-Physical Therapy (Kinesiotherapy-Extended Care Therapy) San Diego State University, San Diego, CA - May 2003

Associate of Arts, Palomar Community College, San Marcos, CA - May1994

Academic Honors:

Palomar College Dean’s List, 1994

San Diego State Univ., Dean’s List, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003

WORK EXPERIENCE

--2021 22 November to Current All Star PT, Wildomar, CA

Outpatient Orthopedic clinic specializing in post-op rehabilitation, orthopedic patients, chronic rehabilitation and sports therapy. (All Star Physical Therapy 27722 Clinton Keith Rd, Murietta, CA 92562 Contact: Priyanka Wadhwani PT, DPT 951-***-****)

---2021-08 - November 2021, Lead Physical Therapist at Intrepid Spirit Center of Excellence, Camp Pendleton Orthopedics department. Responsibilities include: supervision of Physical Therapist Assistants, patient assessment, evaluation, re-evaluation, treatment, discharge and education. Overseeing operations regarding ordering of materials/equipment, preparation for quarterly inspection under the supervision of Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton. Conferring with other health professionals through Navy Medicine and Command: such as Occupational therapists, medical doctors to include: Neurologists, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation DO physicians, Neuropsychomotrists, Nurse Practitioners, Neuropsychologists, Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Pain Medicine Physicians, Orthopedic Surgeons, Registered Nurses, Medical Assistants and front desk scheduling staff. Hands on therapy to include: acute, sub-acute conditions, orthopedic conditions, neurological and vestibular/balance conditions, hand therapy and TMJ and restorative therapy. Supervising, mentoring and teaching Physical Therapist Assistants. (Address: 2016 San Jacinto Road, Camp Pendleton, CA. Contact: CAPTAIN Paul Sargent: 619-***-****)

--- 2010 to 2015, Director Rancho Physical Therapy Escondido, CA. Job Responsibilities include: staff supervision, scheduling, payroll, patient assessment, evaluation, re-evaluation, treatment, discharge and education. Conferring with other health professionals such as Occupational therapists, Medical doctors to include Family physicians, Neurologists, Orthopedists and Chronic pain doctors as well as Physical Therapist colleagues. Hands on therapy to include acute, sub-acute conditions, orthopedic conditions, neurological and vestibular/balance conditions, hand therapy and TMJ and restorative therapy. Supervising, mentoring and teaching student Physical Therapists and Student Physical Therapist Assistants. (Rancho Physical Therapy 255 N. Elm Street, Escondido, CA 92025 Contact: Bill Atkins DPT, OCS 760-***-****)

— 2003-2004 Director, CORE Health and Fitness Restorative Exercise Facility, La Jolla, CA. Job Responsibilities include: staff supervision, scheduling, payroll, client assessment, evaluation and assignment, hands-on therapy to include aqua and land, treatment sub-acute and chronic disorders, strength training and conditioning with seniors, those with special conditions (MS, MD, Stroke, CP), insurance and workman’s compensation billing and marketing. (no longer in business)

1984—2001 Journeyman Grocery Clerk, Albertson’s Inc., San Diego, CA

Relevant Job Skills—Superior patient diagnostics, interpersonal communication and listening techniques and clinical practice skills. Conversational ability in Spanish; Computer skills include: Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Strong interpersonal communication capability, management and leadership skills.

Internships and Clinical Experience:

1991--Tri City Hospital, Emergency/Trauma Dept., Oceanside, CA

Pre-nursing program of Palomar Community College; short term activity in all aspects of ER

1996--Scripps Hospital, Emergency/Respiratory/Patient Care Depts.,

Encinitas, CA

Pre-nursing program of Palomar Community College; short term activity in all aspects of ER

2000--Dr. Gregg Voigt, Exercise Science Dept., San Diego State Univ.,

San Diego, CA

Teaching Assistant for professor in Athletic Training class to include assisting with student tasks related to athletic training

2001--Dr. Jeanne Nichols, Exercise Science Dept., San Diego State

Univ., San Diego, CA

Research Assistant for professor conducting senior fitness testing

2001-2002--San Diego State Univ. Clinic for Physically Disabled

Persons, San Diego, CA

Assisting individuals with disabilities requiring physical activity

2002--La Jolla Spine & Sport- Outpatient orthopedic physical therapy,

La Jolla, CA

Outpatient orthopedic clinic specializing in post-op rehabilitation of orthopedic patients to include children, adults and seniors

Part time load to include: evaluation, interventions, examination, supervised treatment and education of a large and diverse patient population.

2003—WellStrong Health and Fitness Post-Physical Therapy Clinic,

physical therapy research with seniors, La Jolla, CA

Supervised research pertaining to senior physical and cognitive fitness.

Testing and documenting senior self perception of physical fitness abilities

2005—Scripps Memorial Hospital, Physical Therapy Dept., Encinitas, CA

Inpatient/Outpatient, sub-acute, and chronic rehabilitation internship specializing in pre and post- op physical therapy

Supervised evaluations, interventions, documentation, patient education and communication with doctors, nurses and related health care team members

2006—Rancho Fallbrook Outpatient Physical Therapy, Fallbrook, CA

Outpatient orthopedic internship specializing in land, aquatic, and post- op orthopedic rehabilitation of children, adults and seniors

Supervised evaluations, documentation, interventions and patient education following post-op physical therapy care

2008—Physical Therapy Institute Outpatient Physical Therapy,

Poway, CA

Outpatient orthopedic internship specializing in land, post-op orthopedic rehabilitation, geriatric and acute/chronic conditions

Supervised evaluations, documentation, interventions and patient education following post-op or acute/chronic physical therapy care

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1996--Alpha Gamma Sigma, National Nursing Society

1991--EMT, Emergency Medical Technician

1999--Current, CPR Healthcare provider certification, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation

2002-2003 President and Founder, San Diego State Univ., Kinesiotherapy Student Organization

2003-Current, Board Certified Kinesiotherapist, American Board of Registered Kinesiotherapists

2003--Assistant Researcher- Publication in North American Spine Society- Measure of Perceived Functional Ability of Seniors

2003-2006--Arthritis Foundation certified pool instructor (shallow water re-habilitation)

2004-2008, Student member, APTA, American Physical Therapy

Association

Current, Member, APTA, American Physical Therapy Association

CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASSES and CLINICAL SPECIALTY:

CEU's start date/year: 2010, 2011, 2012 to current to include: Orthopedics, Neurological (balance and vestibular) and TMJ.

Currently working on Orthopedic Clinical Specialist certification

Graston Technique Certification 11/07-11/08 2020

Myofacial Cupping Practitioner Certification 2019

REFERENCES- Available upon request

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