Chiropractor - Sports Rehab & Movement Science expert

Don Castellon

West Palm Beach, Florida 561-***-**** ****************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Doctor of Chiropractic at Palmer College of Chiropractic (Florida) graduated February 2026 with over 1,100 clinical hours and a strong background in athletic training and rehabilitation. NBCE Parts I–IV and Physiotherapy board certified, with additional certification in Athletic Dry Needling (Level 1 & 2). Passionate about sports rehabilitation, performance care, and evidence-based chiropractic treatment. Seeking an associate chiropractor position in a sports rehab or cash-based wellness clinic in the West Palm Beach area.

Education

Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) – Palmer College of Chiropractic, Florida

Start: November 2022 Graduated: February 2026

Clinical Experience: 1,100+ hours

Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training – Palm Beach Atlantic University

Science GPA: 3.8 1,700+ clinical hours completed

Licensure & Certifications

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners: Parts I–IV — PASSED

NBCE Physiotherapy Board — PASSED

Athletic Dry Needling Certified — Level 1 & Level 2

CPR & Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified

Florida Chiropractic License — February 2026

Clinical Experience

Chiropractic Intern — Palmer College of Chiropractic Clinic, Florida (2024–Present)

- Perform comprehensive patient histories and orthopedic/neurological exams

- Deliver spinal and extremity adjustments under supervision

- Provide soft tissue therapy, athletic dry needling, and rehab exercise programs

- Develop patient-centered treatment plans focused on functional outcomes

- Educate patients on injury prevention, posture, and performance

- Maintain detailed SOAP notes and EHR documentation

Chiropractic Intern — Advance Wellness Sport & Chiropractic, West Palm Beach, FL

400-Hour Internship

- Assisted in sports rehabilitation and cash-based chiropractic setting

- Supported patient care including spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and rehab exercise

- Worked with active and athletic patient population focusing on performance and recovery

- Gained experience in patient flow, retention, and wellness-based care planning

Physical Therapy Technician / Athletic Training Assistant — Action Physical Therapy (Aug 2020 – Sept 2021)

- Assisted with rehabilitation programs for orthopedic and sports injuries

- Guided patients through corrective exercise and return-to-sport protocols

- Applied modalities including electrical stimulation and ultrasound

Clinical Skills

- Full spine & extremity adjusting

- Athletic dry needling

- Sports injury evaluation & rehab

- Corrective exercise programming

- Functional movement assessment

- Soft tissue & mobility therapy

- Patient education & retention

- SOAP notes & EHR documentation

Leadership & Professional Experience

Lead Lifeguard & Instructor — Rapids Waterpark (2014–2021)

- Promoted to leadership role overseeing safety staff

- Trained and certified 400+ lifeguards

- Led emergency response and safety training

Floor Manager — Florida Freedivers (2021–2022)

- Managed staff and daily operations

- Maintained high-level customer service and safety standards

Leadership & Volunteer

- Assistant Coach, Men’s Volleyball

- Volunteer Team Manager, Women’s Volleyball

- LEAPS Leadership Program

- SEATA Conference Participant

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