- Gym Workouts
- Swimming
- Mindfulness Practices
- Yoga
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
Melissa Fuentes
Kent,Wa
Summary
To extend a compassionate hand to the disadvantaged, with the aspiration of enhancing their quality of life. Well-versed in human anatomy and physiology, coupled with hands-on skills in therapeutic exercise and patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Internship Student
PNW Sports Rehab Outpatient Clinic
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Performed comprehensive evaluations on post-operative knee, hip, ankle, and shoulder replacement patients
- Used measurements such as range of motion assessments, muscle strength testing, and gait analysis, to develop individualized treatment plans
- Utilized manual therapy techniques such as soft tissue mobilization and joint mobilizations for assessments and address pain and improve joint mobility
- Educated patients on home exercise programs, providing clear instructions and addressing any concerns to promote self-management and optimal recovery
Therapy Aide
Baylor Scott & White Rehab Inst.
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Company Overview: outpatient
- Aide in speech, occupational, and physical therapist in treatment programs
- Cleaning and facilitating through session of wound care and lymphedema
- Facilitating and guarding for gait training with patients first time using prosthetics
- Guiding patients through exercises as directed by the physical therapist, including strengthening exercises, balance training, and gait training
- Operating modalities like electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and heat/ice packs, under supervision
- Maintaining patient records, scheduling appointments, and ensuring the clinic is clean and organized
Barista
Window Seat Cafe
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Prepares and serves hand-crafted lattes, cappuccinos etc
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
Education
Doctorates - physical therapy
Hawaii pacific university
12.2025
associates - science
Dallas County Community college
01.2022
Bachelors - Science, psychology
University of NOrth Texas
12.2020
Skills
- Outstanding communication skills
- Clinical reasoning
- Exercise planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Therapeutic exercises
- Focused on consistent, quality care
- Joint mobilization
- Physical examination
Interests
Timeline
Internship Student
PNW Sports Rehab Outpatient Clinic
08.2023 - 10.2023
Therapy Aide
Baylor Scott & White Rehab Inst.
01.2021 - 01.2022
Barista
Window Seat Cafe
01.2020 - 01.2021
associates - science
Dallas County Community college
Bachelors - Science, psychology
University of NOrth Texas
Doctorates - physical therapy
Hawaii pacific university
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