Mikayla Cruz-Nicklas
Miami,FL
Summary
Driven physical therapist with experience treating adolescent, adult and geriatric patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Well-versed in treating a broad range of injuries in order to restore mobility and function. Excellent communicator with outstanding patient rapport-building skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
Miami, FL
01.2023 - Current
- Examined patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings to assess functional limitations and developed an individualized treatment plan.
- Managed scheduling, documentation, and billing tasks in compliance with healthcare regulations and insurance requirements.
- Member of the Employee Advisory Group and advocated for the needs of the rehabilitation department staff in order to ensure satisfaction in the work place.
Student Physical Therapist
Nicklaus Children's Sports Health Center
Miami, FL
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Shadowed physical therapists to learn best approaches and appropriate methods for evaluation and treatment of pediatric sports injuries
Student Physical Therapist
Baptist Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Miami, FL
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Observed evaluations and treatments in an outpatient orthopedic setting
Student Physical Therapist
Jackson Memorial Hospital - Ryder Trauma Center
Miami, FL
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Observed and participated in acute care physical therapy evaluations and treatments at a Level 1 trauma center, including the ICU, and burn units
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Miami
Miami, FL05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Human Physiology
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR03-2017
Skills
- Experienced in outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation as well as inpatient rehabilitation
- Adaptive to changing environments
- Providing empathetic and patient centered care
- Experience and training in pediatric behavioral health
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physical Therapist
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Student Physical Therapist
Nicklaus Children's Sports Health Center
03.2022 - 04.2022
Student Physical Therapist
Baptist Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
01.2022 - 03.2022
Student Physical Therapist
Jackson Memorial Hospital - Ryder Trauma Center
10.2021 - 12.2021
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Miami
Bachelor of Science - Human Physiology
University of Oregon
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