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BRIAN PARKER

Summary

Professional and motivated physical therapist with diverse clinical experience in pediatric, orthopedic, and neurological settings. Skilled in patient evaluation, individualized treatment plans and evidenced based interventions to improve mobility, function and quality of life. Able to build strong therapeutic relationships with clients and dedicated to delivering patient-centered care. Commitment to professionalism, cultural sensitivity and continuing education.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Exercise Specialist

Therapeutic Associates Incorporated
01.2025 - Current
  • Worked with clients on therapist assigned exercises to ensure safety and proper form
  • Clean equipment and facilities after each use
  • Maintain client information while following HIPAA guidelines

Student Physical Therapist

Salem Health - Pediatrics
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Conducted gross motor assessments and developed individualized treatment plans for children with developmental, neurological conditions and orthopedic concerns.
  • Utilized play-based interventions to engage children and promote motor skill development
  • Participated in parent education and caregiver training to encourage at-home support and participation.

Student Physical Therapist

OHSU - Orthopedics
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Helped patients improve functional mobility by prescribing appropriate evidence based interventions.
  • Worked with patients recovering from THA, TKA, ACL tears and other surgeries.
  • Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.'
  • Assessed patient needs through physical exams and evaluations to develop personalized treatment plans.

Student Physical Therapist

Istituto Clinico Tiberino - Neurological
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • Assisted in the assessment and treatment of patients with neurological conditions such as stroke, TBI, Parkinson's and MS.
  • Gained experience with techniques such as PNF, task-specific training and positioning strategies.
  • Adapted communication strategies to support patients with cognitive, speech, or language impairments.

Physical Therapy Student

Therapeutic Associates Incorporated - Orthopedics
01.2024 - 02.2024
  • Evaluated patients with mild TBI and performed post-concussion testing, providing specialized treatment plans for patients
  • Developed, progressed and maintained clients home exercise programs
  • Utilized manual therapy, including mobilization, stretching, and manipulation of joints before therapeutic exercise
  • Maintained a 35% case load with clients of low to moderate complexity

Physical Therapy Student

Active Edge - Orthopedics
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Assessed patient needs and generated specialized treatment plans
  • Communicated clinical reasoning in patient friendly language for exercise prescription
  • Aided 10+ patients per day in performing therapeutic exercises, balance training and return to sport training ensuring the use of proper form

Operations Manager

United States Marine Corps
01.2014 - 01.2018
  • Developed and maintained the body composition program for over 500+ Marines
  • Facilitated the management of unit fitness and readiness in preparation deployment

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Pacific University
Hillsboro, OR
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Pacific University
Forest Grove, OR
01.2022

Skills

  • Manual Therapy Techniques
  • Patient Assessment, Communication and Education
  • Therapeutic exercise prescription
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Organization

Awards

  • Summa Cum Laude
  • Athlete Scholar

Interests

  • Golf
  • Coffee
  • Resistance Training and Running
  • Climbing
  • Pickleball
  • Fishing

Timeline

Student Physical Therapist

Salem Health - Pediatrics
03.2025 - 05.2025

Exercise Specialist

Therapeutic Associates Incorporated
01.2025 - Current

Student Physical Therapist

OHSU - Orthopedics
01.2025 - 03.2025

Student Physical Therapist

Istituto Clinico Tiberino - Neurological
07.2024 - 09.2024

Physical Therapy Student

Therapeutic Associates Incorporated - Orthopedics
01.2024 - 02.2024

Physical Therapy Student

Active Edge - Orthopedics
05.2023 - 06.2023

Operations Manager

United States Marine Corps
01.2014 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Pacific University

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Pacific University
BRIAN PARKER