Ayla Barry PT, DPT
Bristol,USA
Summary
An attentive and driven physical therapist bringing hands-on experience in helping patients regain movement and manage symptoms after physical injury, post operation, or chronic diagnosis. Well-versed in planning/executing treatments for restoring function, managing symptoms, return to sport and positively contributing to overall functionality. Encouraging, collaborative, and motivated professional, passionate about improving patient outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Full Time Physical Therapist
University Orthopedics
Middletown, RI
05.2025 - Current
- Evaluate patient conditions and develop personalized treatment plans
- Collaborate with medical staff including; administrative assistants, surgeons, nurses, physicians assistants, etc.
- Educate patients on basic anatomy, injury prevention and proper body mechanics
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment protocols
- Document patient interactions and maintain accurate health records
- Perform hands on manual therapy skills
Full Time Clinical Experience
University Orthopedics
Middletown, RI
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Led patient sessions independently under direct supervision
- Daily sessions included; manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, progressing/regressing interventions
- Performed initial evaluations under direct supervision
- Independently documented daily notes, progress notes, and initial evaluations
- Independently wrote the plan of care after evaluations
Full Time Clinical Experience
Tufts Medical Center
Boston, MA
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Led patient sessions independently under direct supervision
- Responsible for line management
- Aided patients in performing therapeutic exercise, bed mobility, transfers, stair navigation, and ambulating while maintaining patient safety and adhering to all precautions
- Independently performed initial evaluations under direct supervision
- Created the plan of care and discharge plan
- Documented initial consults, daily notes, progress notes
Full Time Clinical Experience
Elite Physical Therapy
Providence, RI
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Led patient sessions independently under direct supervision
- Daily sessions included; manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, progressing/regressing interventions
- Performed initial evaluations under direct supervision
- Independently documented daily notes, progress notes, and initial evaluations
- Independently wrote the plan of care after evaluation
Integrated Clinical Experience
Spaulding Outpatient Rehabilitation Center
Hanover, MA
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Observed in an outpatient orthopedic setting
Integrated Clinical Experience
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, MA
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Observed in an inpatient acute care setting
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
CVS Pharmacy
Bristol, RI
04.2018 - 08.2022
- Receive written prescription or refill requests, verify the information is accurate, and process the prescription.
- Maintain patient profiles, including lists of medications taken by individual patients.
- Price and file prescriptions that have been filled
- Assist customers by answering their questions, locating items, or referring them to the pharmacist for medication information.
Observation
OPT Physical Therapy
Bristol, RI
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Observation only
Volunteer
McVay Physical Therapy
Barrington, RI
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Record treatment given and equipment used
- Teach patients stretches, strengthening exercises
Volunteer
Newport Hospital
Newport, RI
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Aided post-operative patients with ambulation
Volunteer
The Dawn Hill Home for Rehab and Healthcare
Bristol, RI
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Transported patients around facility bringing them to their appointments or to events within the facility by way of wheelchair or gait belt
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
MGH Institute of Health Professions
01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Health Studies, Specialized in Health Services
University of Rhode Island
05.2022
Skills
- Time management
- Organized
- Leadership
- Ability to work under pressure
- Able to work independently and take initiative
- Eagerness to learn
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient safety adherence
- Problem solving
- Detail oriented
Certification
- Licensed Physical Therapist
- NARCAN Certified
- American Red Cross CPR certified
References
- Joy DuBoff, PT, DPT, Joy.DuBoff@tuftsmedicine.org, 978-764-4344, Full Time Clinical II Experience
- Kayla Contardi, PT, DPT, Kayla.Contardi@ivyrehab.com, 979-665-7844, Full Time Clinical I Experience
- Jane S. Baldwin, PT, DPT, jbaldwin@mghihp.edu, 617-724-2230, Academic Reference, Director of Student Support and Activities, Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurological Physical Therapy, Distinguished Practitioner Fellow of the National Academies of Practice, Coordinator of the Marjorie K. Ionta PT Center for Clinical Education and Health Promotions
Timeline
Full Time Physical Therapist
University Orthopedics
05.2025 - Current
Full Time Clinical Experience
University Orthopedics
09.2024 - 12.2024
Full Time Clinical Experience
Tufts Medical Center
02.2024 - 04.2024
Full Time Clinical Experience
Elite Physical Therapy
06.2023 - 08.2023
Integrated Clinical Experience
Spaulding Outpatient Rehabilitation Center
02.2023 - 04.2023
Integrated Clinical Experience
Brigham and Women's Hospital
09.2022 - 11.2022
Observation
OPT Physical Therapy
06.2020 - 12.2021
Volunteer
McVay Physical Therapy
10.2019 - 03.2020
Volunteer
Newport Hospital
05.2018 - 08.2018
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
CVS Pharmacy
04.2018 - 08.2022
Volunteer
The Dawn Hill Home for Rehab and Healthcare
06.2017 - 09.2017
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
MGH Institute of Health Professions
Bachelor of Science - Health Studies, Specialized in Health Services
University of Rhode Island