Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Community
Skills Abilities
Coursework
References
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Brandon Bucaoto

Grapevine,TX

Summary

Dedicated and knowledgeable student of Chiropractic desiring to continue developing skills to become a Doctor of Chiropractic. Passionate about learning proven and cutting-edge techniques to build my customer service skills and to give back to my community with effective and personalized treatment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Inpatient Rehab Aide

Baylor Medical Center
Grapevine, TX
10.2017 - 05.2022
  • Provided assistance to physical therapists in preparing patients for treatments and exercises.
  • Assisted with patient transfers, positioning, and ambulation using gait belts and wheelchairs.
  • Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed while providing patient care services.
  • Assisted patients with prosthetic or orthotic devices.

Outpatient Physical Therapy Technician

Greater Therapy Centers
Duncanville, TX
05.2016 - 10.2017
  • Demonstrated proper body mechanics techniques to help prevent injury while performing exercises.
  • Observed patients during treatment to report any changes or concerns to the therapist.
  • Assisted with therapeutic modalities including ultrasound therapy and electrical stimulation units.
  • Provided patient education on therapeutic exercise and activities of daily living.
  • Maintained therapy spaces and equipment in top condition by cleaning, sanitizing and inspecting for damages.

Outpatient Physical Therapy Technician

All-Star Orthopaedics
Southlake/Irving, TX
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Assisted physical therapists with patient treatments by setting up equipment, preparing patients for treatment and providing support throughout the session.
  • Conducted exercises with patients as prescribed by the physical therapist in order to improve strength and flexibility.
  • Monitored patients during exercise sessions to ensure proper technique is being used and to provide additional instruction when necessary.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, answering phones and maintaining patient files.
  • Maintained office and therapy equipment by cleaning and making minor repairs.

Education

Doctor of Chiropractic - Chiropractic

Parker University
Dallas, TX
08-2024

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
05.2016

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Ambulatory Functional Activities
  • Patient-Focused Therapy
  • Clinical Team Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Individual Therapy
  • Problem-Solving Aptitude

Community

  • Society of Kinesiology Scholars – University of Texas at Arlington, Volunteered with SOKS at the Boys and Girls Club in Arlington, TX. Taught children in the club team building and helped promote active lifestyles.
  • Filipino American Association of North Texas (FAANTX), Frequently volunteered with FAANTX during holiday events, and charity events. Volunteering programs included working holiday booths for face painting, and charity events included ushering guests at benefit concerts.
  • All-Star Orthopaedics, Yearly volunteer for a community celebration of Independence Day in Southlake, TX.

Skills Abilities

  • Customer Service & Relations, Monitored and guided patients with their prescribed therapeutic exercises, Maintained a positive and productive exercise environment for patients., Collected payments from patients for physical therapy appointments insurance copays.
  • Office Work & Equipment Operation, Researched and confirmed insurance payments for new and current patients., Scheduled appointments for new and returning patients based on therapists’ schedule., Filed, archived, and maintained up-to-date confidential patient files.
  • Communication & Training Skills, Contacted patients for outpatient referrals received from the physician., I have provided information to supervisors and co-workers via telephone, email, written form, or in person., Conducted individual training for new staff on physiological explanations and proper demonstrations of prescribed exercises

Coursework

  • Applied Exercise Physiology
  • Explored body composition, cardio-respiratory function, and energy system recruitment and details. The coursework covered bodily reactions to hot and cold environments and other exercise settings.
  • Strength and Conditioning
  • Knowledge of physiology and biomechanics of strength training and conditioning by testing and evaluating athletes, use of resistance training techniques, training programs, and organization and administration of a strength training facility.
  • Exercise Prescription for Special Populations
  • The coursework covered restrictions and contraindications of specific populations with exercise, including, high blood pressure, diabetes, and lower back issues.

References

  • Craig Vanderlaan, (817) 481-1588, Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit Manager, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Grapevine, 1650 W College St, Grapevine, TX, 76051
  • Janet McMillan, (972) 331-9022, Clinic Supervisor, All-Star Orthopaedics Physical Therapy, 7501 Las Colinas Blvd #125, Irving, TX, 75063
  • Gene Hernandez, (214) 820-4362, Manager, T.J. Maxx, 2940 E Southlake Blvd, Southlake, TX, 76092

Timeline

Inpatient Rehab Aide

Baylor Medical Center
10.2017 - 05.2022

Outpatient Physical Therapy Technician

Greater Therapy Centers
05.2016 - 10.2017

Outpatient Physical Therapy Technician

All-Star Orthopaedics
01.2014 - 01.2017

Doctor of Chiropractic - Chiropractic

Parker University

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

University of Texas At Arlington
Brandon Bucaoto