Aya Melhem, DPT
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Motivated student with a strong work ethic committed to learning, further developing professional skills, and making a meaningful contribution to the work environment. Has clinical experience at the following settings: outpatient orthopedic, inpatient SNF, and inpatient neurological rehab. Good problem solver, critical thinker, communicator, and team member. Eager to provide the best patient care while also improving expertise as a physical therapist.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Rotation
TrustPoint Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Inpatient neurological rehab center. Common diagnoses include: SCI, TBI, stroke, amputations, and cardiac conditions.
- Completed initial evaluations in a safe and efficient manner.
- Utilized interventions that promote neurological re-education, sensory stimulation, and functional mobility.
- Collaborated with the healthcare team during meetings to discuss patient progress and discharge date.
- Completed documentation in a timely and professional manner.
Clinical Rotation
STAR Physical Therapy
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Completed initial evaluations independently using critical thinking and differential diagnoses skills.
- Performed manual therapy techniques taught by a COMT certified CI.
- Formatted and progressed patient exercises.
- Built rapport with patients to facilitate trusting relationship and provide setting conducive to growth.
- Delivered an inservice presentation to staff members.
- Completed documentation in a timely and professional manner.
Clinical Rotation
NHC Nursing Home
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Treated patients with cardiopulmonary and neurological deficits including: stroke, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, CHF, end stage renal disease, and bronchitis.
- Performed initial evaluations independently.
- Provided interventions including exercise progression, transfers, and patient education.
- Monitored vitals and red flags.
- Completed documentation in a timely and professional manner.
Education
Tennessee State University -
Doctor Of Physical Therapy
Nashville, TN05.2023
The University of Virginia's College At Wise
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Wise, VA05.2020
Skills
- Adaptability and dependability
- Critical thinking
- Clear communication
- Building patient rapport
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Other Experiences
Shadowing Student at TOA (45 hrs)
- 12/2022 - 1/2023
- Murfreesboro, TN
- Shadowed complex initial evaluations and treatment sessions with multiple PTs.
- Brainstormed with PTs about steps of examination, interpretation of special test, and most likely diagnoses based on observed results.
Volunteer SPT at Tennessee State University Tiger Clinic (50 hrs)
- 3/2022 - 5/2022.
- Nashville, TN.
- Conducted evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge plans for the underserved community while working under the supervision of a clinical instructor.
APTA Member and Advocate
- 5/2016- ongoing.
- Attended educational state and national APTA meetings.
- Politically active with voicing my opinion to legislators.
UVA- Wise Women's Tennis Team Captain
- 7/2017- 5/2020.
- Wise, VA.
- Resolved conflicts between teammates, coaches,and staff.
- Kept the team motivated and gave prep speeches before matches.
- Coordinated team bonding activities.
Member of Student Government Association at UVA-Wise
- 5/2016- 5/2020.
- Coordinated volunteer opportunities in the community such as marathon fundraisers, food banks, and nursing home visits.
- Coordinated social events on campus that promote cultural and ethnic diversity.
- Assisted in the planning, organization, and setup of collegiate events such as homecoming, guest speaker visits, and graduation.
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Rotation
TrustPoint Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
Clinical Rotation
STAR Physical Therapy
09.2022 - 12.2022
Clinical Rotation
NHC Nursing Home
06.2022 - 08.2022
Tennessee State University -
Doctor Of Physical Therapy
The University of Virginia's College At Wise
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
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