Physical Therapy Entry Level
Resume:
CURRICULUM VITAE
Name: Kimberley K. Voelz
Address: **** ********* **. ***# **
Camarillo, CA. 93010
Telephone: 559-***-****
Education:
California State University Fresno/University of California San Francisco, Fresno, CA, USA/ San Francisco, CA, USA 2013 - 2014 Transitional Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
California State University Fresno, Fresno, CA, USA 1994 - 1997
Entry level Master of Physical Therapy (MPT)
California State University Fresno, Fresno, CA, USA 1989 - 1991
Bachelor of Science in Physical education/Allied Career option. (BS)
Licensure Information/Registration Number: Licensure PT 23016 Exp. 7/2025
Employment and Positions Held:
Jun 2023-Apr 2024
Two-Trees Physical Therapy- 177 N Reino Rd., Newbury Park, CA 91320
Provide pelvic floor physical therapy and variety of orthopedic assessments and treatment in an
out- patient physical therapy clinic. Providing care to clients with multiple diagnoses. Part of a
multidisciplinary ancillary team. Providing consultation services for discharge
planning, equipment needs and continuum of physical therapy services.
Jan 2023-May 2023
Ventura Orthopedics-1145 Lindero Canyon Rd. Ste D7, Westlake Village, CA 91362
Provide pelvic floor physical therapy and variety of orthopedic assessments and treatment in an
out- patient physical therapy clinic. Providing care to clients with multiple diagnoses. Part of a
multidisciplinary ancillary team. Providing consultation services for discharge
planning, equipment needs and continuum of physical therapy services.
June 2018- Dec 2022
Creative Therapeutics - 2763 E Shaw Ave #102, Fresno, CA 93710 Staff Physical Therapist
Provide pelvic floor physical therapy assessment and treatment in an out- patient
physical therapy office. Providing care to clients with multiple diagnoses. Part of a
multidisciplinary ancillary team. Providing consultation services for discharge
planning, equipment needs and continuum of physical therapy services.
Feb 17- May 2018
UrgencyMED- 6042 N.Fresno Str. Suite 203, Fresno, CA 93710 Staff Physical Therapist
Provide physical therapy assessment and treatment in an outpatient physical therapy office.
Providing care to clients with multiple diagnoses and Workers Compensation. Part of a
multidisciplinary ancillary team. Providing consultation services for discharge planning,
equipment needs and continuum of physical therapy services.
Jan 16 – May 2017
California State University Fresno - Physical Therapy Department California State University, Fresno 2345 E. San Ramon M/S MH 29 Fresno Clinical Instructor for the Community based Gait and Balance lab
Directly supervised doctorate level physical therapy students with patients plan of care. Instructed students on clinical techniques, treatment planning, and documentation.
Aug 15 – Dec 15
California State University Fresno - Physical Therapy Department California State University, Fresno 2345 E. San Ramon M/S MH 29 Fresno Clinical Instructor for the Community based Gait and Balance lab
Directly supervised doctorate level physical therapy students with patients plan of care. Instructed students on clinical techniques, treatment planning, and documentation.
Aug15 - Dec 15
California State University Fresno - Physical Therapy Department California State University Fresno 2345 E. San Ramon M/S MH 29 Fresno Teaching Assistant PhTh 528 MANAGEMENT OF NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY
Duties for PhTh 528 (Lab/ Neurology) included: Lab demonstration on principle neurological outcome measures, assessment/ treatment of neurological patients. Participated in practical examinations. Instructed labs on assessment and treatment of neurological patients with primary instructor. Recruited patients for participate in Lab assessment and treatment training with primary instructor. Collaborated and presented with community rehab specialists, specifically orthotic assessment and wheelchair evaluation.
Apr 15- Aug 17
Ardor Healthcare Solutions 5830Coral Ridge Dr., Suite 300 Coral Springs, FL 33076 Travelling Contract Physical Therapist
Provide Physical Therapy services various setting on a 8-13 week contract bases.
May 15-Aug15
Self-Employment
Private Contract: Center for Neuro-skills, Bakersfield
Treated clients with Traumatic Brain Injury in a multidisciplinary setting. Mentored and trained collegues
in advanced techniques and comprehensive care of TBI and neurological diagnoses.
April 13- June 14
Rehab Without Walls - 1485 Response Road Suite 220 Sacramento, CA 95815 Per Diem Physical
Therapist (In home Rehabilitation unit)
Provided assessment and treatment of neurological clients in a home-based rehabilitation unit.
Performed comprehensive exams for all clients base on functional disability and impairment. Performed
case conferences with occupational, speech therapist, neuro-psychiatry and physicians in a
multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
Aug 14 – Nov 14
California State University Fresno - Physical Therapy Department California State University
Fresno 2345 E. San Ramon M/S MH 29 Fresno Teaching Assistant PhTh 528 MANAGEMENT OF
NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY
Duties for PhTh 528 (Lab/ Neurology) included: Lab demonstration of principle neurological outcome
measures, assessment/ treatment of neurological patients Participated in practical examinations.
Taught labs on assessment and treatment of neurological patients with primary instructor. Treatment
emphasis on basis/ advance treatment and theory based intervention for the neurological population.
Helped to contact patients to participate in Lab assessment and treatment training. Contacted outside
venders to present on orthotic assessment and wheelchair evaluation.
Sept 14 – Nov 14
California State University Fresno - Physical Therapy Department California State University,
Fresno 2345 E. San Ramon M/S MH 29 Fresno Teaching Assistant for the Community based Gait
and Balance lab
Directly supervised physical therapy students with patients. Provided clinical techniques to students
and aided in treatment planning, and documentation. Graded clinical performances, and background
research of patient diagnosis.
Jan 14 - May 14
California State University Fresno - Physical Therapy Department California State University,
Fresno 2345 E. San Ramon M/S MH 29 Fresno Teaching Assistant PhTh527 and PhTh 529
Duties for PhTh 527/529 (Lab/lecture Neurology) included: Lecture and lab demonstration of principle
neurological outcome measures, assessment/ treatment of neurological patients (Stroke, TBI, SCI,
MS, ALS, PD etc.). Participated in practical exams. Taught labs on assessment and treatment of
neurological patients with primary instructor. Treatment emphasis of PNF techniques for the
neurological population. Helped to contact patients to participate in Lab assessment and treatment
training. Contacted outside venders to present on orthotic assessment and wheelchair evaluation.
Sep 13 - Nov 13
California State University Fresno - Physical Therapy Department California State University,
Fresno 2345 E. San Ramon M/S MH 29 Fresno Graduate Assistant for the Community based
Gait and Balance lab
Directly supervised physical therapy students with patients. Provided clinical techniques to students
and aided in treatment planning, and documentation. Graded clinical performances, and background
research of patient diagnosis.
Dec 08 - Apr 11
California State University Fresno - Physical Therapy Department California State University,
Fresno 2345 E. San Ramon M/S MH 29 Fresno Adjunct Faculty Member for the Community Based
Gait and Balance Lab.
Directly supervised physical therapy students with patients. Provided clinical techniques to students and
aided in treatment planning, and documentation. Graded clinical performances, and background research
of patient diagnosis.
Dec 2009-Jan 2013
Neuroscience Out Patient Rehabilitation Center - 2335 E. Kashian Lane, Suite
301. Fresno, CA 93701 Physical Therapist II
Collaborated and developed new multidisciplinary neurologic care center and
provided care to specialized neurological pathologies including: stroke, multiple
sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, ALS, neuromuscular pathologies,
pediatric neurology disorders, migraines, rheumatoid disorders, spinal injury, and
traumatic brain injury. Developed and implemented policies and procedures. Assisted
in development of infrastructure of the clinic. Ordered specific therapeutic equipment.
Designed clinic floor plan for appropriate patient flow and safety. Collaborated and
assisted medical director with recruitment and hiring of multidisciplinary team.
Effectively supervised 7-8 staff members included OT, SLP, RT, nutrition, social
worker, PTA, PT aides and office staff. Developed procedural protocols for quarterly
ALS and MDA clinics. Which grew from 3-4 clients to15-20 patients per clinic.
Evaluated clients for customized/specialized wheelchairs, orthotics, and DME.
Collaborated and developed research projects involving neuromuscular pathologies.
Presented Collaborated with vendors from the community in orthotics and wheelchair
evaluation. Provided education to the community regarding treatment of
neuromuscular pathologies. Worked closely with physicians, respiratory, nutrition, and
social work therapists. Presented at several Neuromuscular symposiums and was
involved in clinical research.
Nov 1997-Dec 2009
Community Regional Medical Center- 2823 Fresno St, Fresno, CA 93721
Staff Physical Therapist
Provide physical therapy assessment and treatment in an acute care setting.
Providing care to clients with multiple diagnoses. Part of a multidisciplinary ancillary
team. Providing consultation services for discharge planning, equipment needs and
continuum of physical services.
Abstracts:
Kimberley Voelz, BS, PT, DPT, Peggy R. Trueblood, PhD, PT, Jeffrey Rosenfeld, PhD, MD, FAAN Novel treatment Paradigms for Patients with Upper Motor Neuron Dysfunction [abstract]. March 28, 2014
Kimberley Voelz, BS, PT, DPT, Jeffrey Rosenfeld, PhD, MD, FAAN A Combination of Static Standing Frame Therapy with Partial Weight Bearing Treadmill training in a Non-ambulatory Adult with Cerebral Palsy. [Abstract] September 10, 2013
Kimberley Voelz, BS, PT, DPT, Jeffrey Rosenfeld, PhD, MD, FAAN Restoring Ambulation in Upper Motor Neuron Predominant Disease [abstract] May 6, 2012
Kimberley Voelz, BS, PT, DPT, Jeffrey Rosenfeld, PhD, MD, FAAN Partial body weight bearing treadmill training as an effective therapy in MND patients [abstract] May 3, 2010
Non-Peer Reviewed Publications:
Kimberley Voelz, BS, PT, and DPT Combination of Static Standing Frame Therapy with Partial Body-Weight Supported Treadmill Training in a Non-ambulatory Adult with Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy: A Case Report March 18, 2014
Kimberley Voelz, BS, PT, DPT, Peggy R. Trueblood, PhD, PT, Jeffrey Rosenfeld, PhD, MD, FAAN Novel treatment Paradigms for Patients with Upper Motor Neuron Dysfunction March 28, 2014
Kimberley Voelz, BS, PT, DPT The Effect of Visual Cueing on Gait impairments in individuals with Parkinson’s disease: a Systematic Review. May 13,2014
Non-Peer Reviewed Presentations:
Kimberley Voelz, BS, MPT, DPT Novel treatment Paradigms for Patients with Upper Motor Neuron Dysfunction Graduate Symposium, California State University Fresno. May 2014
Kimberley Voelz, BS, MPT, DPT Learning to Walk at 32! Graduate Symposium, California State University Fresno, Poster Presentation May 2014
Kimberley Voelz, BS, MPT Combination of Static Standing Frame Therapy with Partial Body-Weight Supported Treadmill Training in a Non-ambulatory Adult with Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy, National Muscular Dystrophy Symposium, Florida March 2011
Erin K. Singleton, CCC-SLP, Kimberley Voelz, BS, MPT Life after TBI: A Rehabilitation Perspective Neuroscience Symposium UCSF/ Community Regional Medical Center-Fresno December 2011
Kimberley Voelz BS, MPT Novel treatment Paradigms for Patients with Upper Motor Neuron Dysfunction International Motor Neuron Disease Symposium Poster Presentations Florida, November 2010
Funded/In Review Grant Activity: include:
Kimberley Voelz, BS, PT, DPT, Jeffrey Rosenfeld, PhD, MD, FAAN
$25,000
Clinical Trial: Novel Treatment Paradigms for Patients with Upper Motor Neuron Dysfunction
October 2013 thru October 2014/ CCFMG/UCSF Foundation Grant
Current/Active Research Activity:
Kimberley Voelz, BS, MPT, DPT, Peggy R. Trueblood, PhD, PT, Jeffrey Rosenfeld, PhD, MD, FAAN
Clinical Trial: Novel Treatment Paradigms for Patients with Upper Motor Neuron Dysfunction
Grant (ended 2016)
Membership in Scientific/Professional Organizations: include positions held
APTA Member: 1994-Current
Neurology Section
Research Section
Education Section
Vestibular SIG- 2008- Current
Neuromuscular SIG- 2012-Current
North American Brain Injury Association: 2008-Current
American Heart Association: 2008-Current
American Stroke Association: 2008-Current
Consultative and Advisory Positions Held:
Committee member: Evidence Based Papers Spring 2014- 2017 (California State University-Fresno)
Community Service: MDA/ALS walk, TBI walk. Parkinson’s group volunteer, SAFE fall proof community wellness screen
Services to the University/College/School on
Committees/Councils/Commissions:
Honors and Awards:
Learning to Walk at 32! Graduate Symposium, California State University Fresno, Poster Presentation May 2014
Continuing Education Attended:
APTA-CSM- 2023- San Diego full conference (30 contact hours)
On-Line: Pelvic Floor education PTrising- currently working on platform
March 1-3 2019
Pelvic Floor Level 1, Herman and Wallace (22.5 contact hours)
July 20-24 2017
FMLQ: Functional Mobilization of the Lower Quadrant (31 contact hours)
Institute of Physical Arts
June 6-9 2017
FM II: Functional Mobilization II (33 contact hours)
Institute of Physical Arts
November 12-15 2015
FM UQ: Functional Mobilization Upper Quadrant (33 contact hours)
Institute of Physical Arts
August 21-23 2015
Functional Manual Therapy I (30 contact hours)
Institute of Physical Arts
April 2014-present
Concussion: Vestibular Abnormalities in Ocular Motor Examination (On line 2 contact hours) MEDBRIDGE CONTINUING EDUCATION ON-LINE
Vestibular Rehabilitation: Identification and Management of BPPV (3.75 contact hours)
MEDBRIDGE CONTINUING EDUCATION ON-LINE
March 2014
ASIA Certification (on line 2 contact hours) American Spinal Injury Association
August 2014 – Oct 2014
NeuroRTI NCS Prep Course (online, 8 weeks) NeuroRecovery Training Institute
February 2014
APTA Combined Sections Meeting –Full Conference (30 contact hours) APTA
Courses Attended
Neuro-pediatric course (Sensor integration, Equipment in the pediatric population
Neurological Gait
Diaphragmatic function and pelvic floor strength
December 2012
MDA Symposium (20 contact hours) Muscular Dystrophy Association
Course Content
Genetics and progress in identification of DNA/mRNA related to Duchene’s Muscular Dystrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Research report of genetic treatment related to Duchene’s Muscular Dystrophy
New Medical advances in the treatment of Muscular Dystrophy
Poster Presentation/ Technology Forum
November 2012
ALS Evaluator Meeting (6 contact hours) Northeast ALS Consortium (NEALS)
Evaluator Certification
FVC
MVP
HHD
ALSFRS
September 2012
Contemporary Forums Brain Injury Symposium: “Concussions: Effectively Navigating Obstacles in TBI Cases” (20 contacts hours) Contemporary Forums
May 2012
Myasthenia Gravis Evaluator training for Phase II trial of Methotrexate in Myasthenia Gravis (4 contact hours) University of Kansas Medical Center.
January 2011
National Airway Clearance Seminar: Pediatric Neuro/Medically Fragile Children (8 contact hours) Hill-Rom Respiratory Care
February 2010
National MDA Symposium: Research and Advances in Treatment (20 contact hours)
Muscular Dystrophy Association
December 2010
National Neuromuscular Symposium (30 contact hours) Northeast ALS Consortium (NEALS)
March 2010
Permobil Annual Seating and Mobility Course (2 contact hours) PerMobil Wheelchair Corporation
April 2010
Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthosis: Gait Training (2 contact hours) Allard USA
September 2009
American Stroke Association Symposium/ NIH /Physician/Ancillary services (20 contact hours) American Stroke Association
March 2009
Physical Therapy Management Post-Botox Injection for patients with Multiple Sclerosis
Amgen Pharmaceuticals (2 contact hours)
November 2007
Functional Gait Components Assessment and Treatment (20 contact hours) The Institute of Physical Arts, Functional Manual Therapy
July 2007
PNF I: The Functional Approach to Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (28 contact hours) The Institute of Physical Art, Functional Manual Therapy
2002
APTA Combined Sections Meeting -Full Conference (30 contact hours) APTA
April 1999
Using NDT Principles to Improve Gait for Adults with Hemiplegia (32.25 contact hours) Recovering Function
October 1998
Introduction to NDT Principles in the Treatment of Adult Hemiplegia (32.25 contact hours) Recovering Function
Teaching Responsibilities in the Doctorate Level Physical Therapy Program:
Spring 2014: PhTh 528 (teaching assistant) Management of Neurological Disorders in Physical Therapy
Fall 2014: PhTh 555 (teaching assistant) Gait, Balance and Mobility Clinic
Spring 2015 PhTh 554 (teaching assistant) Gait, Balance and Mobility Clinic
Fall 2015: PhTh 555 (teaching assistant) Gait, Balance and Mobility Clinic
Spring 2016: PhTh 554 (teaching assistant) Gait, Balance and Mobility Clinic
Fall 2016: PhTh 555 (teaching assistant) Gait, Balance and Mobility Clinic
Spring 2016: PhTh 554 (teaching assistant) Gait, Balance and Mobility Clinic
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