Adam A. Paris
Indiana,PA
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist - Acute and Inpatient Rehab
Indiana Regional Medical Center
Indiana, PA
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Delivered targeted therapeutic interventions in inpatient and acute care settings, enhancing patient mobility scores within four weeks while adhering to evolving clinical guidelines.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations and developed tailored treatment plans for patients with complex neurological and cardiovascular diagnoses, leading to a 30% improvement in recovery times across multiple settings including skilled nursing facilities and home health environments.
- Conducted hands-on bedside instruction and demonstrations for clinical and non-clinical personnel, boosting staff proficiency in bed mobility and transfer techniques, leading to improved patient comfort and safety.
Clinic Director and Physical Therapist
Benchmark Physical Therapy
Lake Oswego, OR
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Ascertained patient retention rates from 66% to 72% over a six-month period by implementing targeted engagement strategies, resulting in an increase of approximately 120 returning patients annually.
- Developed and implemented onboarding program for new staff, focusing on medical documentation, administrative needs for patient care, functional training, and patient education.
- Compiled and analyzed financial reports, medical documentation, and safety regulatory requirements on a weekly and monthly basis to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
- Reviewed financial reports and compliance data weekly for safety regulations, resulting in a consistent reduction in errors in medical documentation.
Physical Therapist
Providence Bridgeport Sports and Rehabilitation
Portland, OR
08.2016 - 10.2022
- Designed and implemented individualized treatment programs for over 150 patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric populations, resulting in a 30% increase in overall patient satisfaction scores related to mobility and quality of life metrics within six months.
- Conducted comprehensive educational in-services for 25 members of the Regional Sports Steering Committee on evidence-based return-to-sport protocols, leading to a standardized assessment approach that improved treatment effectiveness by an estimated 35%.
- Delivered in-service presentations to 30 Regional Sports Steering Committee members, improving knowledge of evidence-based return-to-sport evaluation practices.
- Achieved completion of the Sports Physical Therapy Mentorship Program with Timbers and Thorns Football Clubs, enhancing professional expertise in preparation for Sports and Orthopedic Board Certification, contributing to a 40% improvement in patient care outcomes as measured by pre- and post-assessment evaluations.
- Strengthened relationships with external and internal physicians to improve access to physical rehabilitation services and specialist programs.
Physical Therapist
Oregon Health Sciences and University
Portland, OR
03.2013 - 08.2016
- Delivered a comprehensive presentation at the 2016 OHSU PT Sports Symposium that outlined effective return-to-sports criteria through innovative testing methods including the Functional Movement Screen and Y-Balance Test, influencing over 200 physical therapists and enhancing rehabilitation practices across multiple clinics.
- Educated and supervised physical therapy students during clinical affiliations, enhancing practical skills and increasing preparedness for professional practice by 40% based on post-affiliation evaluation scores.
- Led development of teaching strategies that boosted student engagement by 60%, contributing to higher satisfaction ratings in student evaluations during affiliation period.
- Implemented training program achieving 100% compliance with safety standards across clinical settings, leading to a notable reduction in incident reports.
- Spearheaded the development and coordination of a community outreach program in collaboration with Portland Public Schools, successfully educating over 1,000 students on sports injury prevention strategies and implementation within participating schools.
Physical Therapist
Legacy Health System Acute Care Resource Pool
Portland, OR
03.2010 - 03.2015
- Documented initial examinations, progress notes, and discharge summaries for neurologic, cardiac, orthopedic, and post-operative patients, ensuring accurate patient records.
- Managed caseload and treatment across five hospitals, including trauma level 1 ICU and Rehabilitation Institute of Oregon in-patient rehab center, to provide high-quality patient care.
- Evaluated and identified appropriate candidacy for discharge planning for an average of 50 patients per month across five hospitals, leading to a reduction in hospital stay duration by 20% through streamlined processes.
- Trained and supervised rehabilitation staff in advanced body mechanics techniques for patient transfers, leading to a 30% reduction in staff injury incidents over one year.
Education
Masters 2 - Health and Performance Sciences
Université Jean Monnet
Saint-Etienne, France06-2026
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
Chatham University
Pittsburgh, PA12-2009
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, French and Chemistry
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ06-2006
Skills
- Fluent in French
- Patient evaluation
- Treatment planning
- Partial fluency in Estonian
- Evidence-based practice
Affiliations
- American Physical Therapy Association, Member
- French National Lacrosse Team (Field, Sixes, Box), Physical Therapist for Ebox 2025; Euros Sixes 2026; Ebox 2026
Certification
- American Red Cross Basic Life Support, 2025
- American Red Cross Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), 2022 - 2025
- APTA Credentialed Advanced Clinical Instructor, 2014
- American Heart Association, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification, 2007-Present
Continued Education
- Thrust Manipulation 1 - Upper extremity and basic/intermediate spine - IAMT
- Vestibular Rehabilitation - IAMT
- Neurodynamic Examination and Treatment - IAMT
- Modality CPT Codes and Documentation
- Other Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Codes and Documentation
- Therapeutic Procedures Codes and Documentation
- Billing and Coding Group Therapy
- Evidence in Motion: Emergency Medical Responder
- Enhancing Patient-Centered Care in Diverse Communities
- Evidence-Based Examination and Treatment of the Pelvis
- Telehealth: An Introduction to Virtual Care
- Global Dynamic Functional Stability for the Hip and Pelvis
- Evidence-Based Treatment of the Hip
- Evidence-Based Examination and treatment of the Knee and Thigh
- Evidence-Based Treatment of the Foot and Ankle
- Dual Task Testing and Training for the Injured Athlete: Recovery and Management
- Surgical Updates for the Physical Therapist: Knee and Hip
- Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training
- Functional Strength: An updated approach to exercising our patients
- Pediatric Concussion Management
- Wilderness First Responder Certificate and Re-certification
- Rotator Cuff and Labral Pathology: Presentation and Post-Operative Rehab
- Evidence-Based Examination and Treatment of the Elbow, Wrist, and Hand
- Evidence-Based Examination of the Upper Quarter
- Imaging for the Lower Quarter Sports Injuries
- Lower Extremity Alignment: A Proximal Rehabilitation Approach Knee
- Realities: Managing Collateral ligament injuries part 1&2
- Evidence-Based Examination and Treatment of the Shoulder
- Orthopedic Clinical Examination, Diagnosis, and Treatment ACL and PCL Injuries, Surgeries, and Rehabilitation
- NFHS Fundamentals in Coaching
- Selective Functional Movement Assessment
- Comprehensive Treatment of the Shoulder Spinning
- Beyond Basics - An Advanced Vestibular Rehabilitation Course
- Kinesio Taping to Enhance Therapeutic Interventions
- Strength and Conditioning in Sports Rehab
- Maitland Australian MT-1: Basic Peripheral Seminar MAPS
- Vestibular and Balance Rehabilitation for Dizzy and Unbalanced Patient
- Treatment of Adults with Neuromotor Disorders: NDT/Bobath Approach
Timeline
Physical Therapist - Acute and Inpatient Rehab
Indiana Regional Medical Center
04.2025 - 08.2025
Clinic Director and Physical Therapist
Benchmark Physical Therapy
10.2022 - 10.2024
Physical Therapist
Providence Bridgeport Sports and Rehabilitation
08.2016 - 10.2022
Physical Therapist
Oregon Health Sciences and University
03.2013 - 08.2016
Physical Therapist
Legacy Health System Acute Care Resource Pool
03.2010 - 03.2015
Masters 2 - Health and Performance Sciences
Université Jean Monnet
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
Chatham University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, French and Chemistry
University of Arizona