Acute care, geriatrics, hand and upper extremity, home health, and oncology
APTA student member since 2021
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Babysitter
Ross Family
09.2019 - Current
Served as a positive role model for young children by modeling appropriate language usage, manners, and conflict resolution methods.
Collaborated effectively with parents on discipline strategies to maintain consistency across home environments.
Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
Physical Therapy Technician
Mercy Hospital South
10.2019 - 04.2022
Contributed to a positive clinic atmosphere by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, ensuring efficient workflows for staff members.
Checked physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.
Assisted the physical therapist by utilizing gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
Mobility Aide
Mercy Hospital South
05.2021 - 08.2021
Walked with independent patients preparing for discharge.
Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information through EPIC.
Communicated with nursing staff to assure patient was appropriate to work with.
Assisted patients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Established trusting relationships with patients through consistent reliability and genuine empathy towards their unique situations.
Volunteer
St. Luke’s Hospital Chesterfield
09.2018 - 05.2019
Guided troubled individuals to tools and resources necessary for navigating the hospital system
Volunteer through Work Study
Working as a Currier/Infusion Center
Physical Therapy Technician
Elite Physical Therapy Clinic
10.2018 - 02.2019
Streamlined daily operations through effective scheduling, appointment management, and coordination with other healthcare professionals.
Checked physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.
Working alongside clinician as needed
Prepping and cleaning work stations
Showing exercises and how to use equipment
Intern
Morris Diagnostic and Rehabilitation Center
01.2018 - 05.2018
Gained valuable experience working within outpatient and inpatient PT facilites, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Recorded appointments for insurance charges
Prepared rooms and accessories for appointments
Laborer
Fri-son Dairy
04.2017 - 05.2018
Oversaw half of the cow herd for milking
Took detailed notes on medications and the cows’ health as needed
Education
Doctor of physical therapy -
Maryville University
12.2024
Bachelor of Science in Health Science -
Maryville University
St Louis, MO
04.2022
GED -
Newark Community High School
05.2018
Skills
Microsoft office proficient (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
Prezi proficient
First Aid and CPR certified
Infant care experience
Strong Work Ethic
Clinical Experience
Four clinical experiences for 10 weeks each:
Clinical experience 1 (2023)
10 weeks home health in Bloomington, IL
Met patients' physical therapy needs while personalizing their care based on their home environment
Presented an in-service on the topic of "Students in Home Health Physical Therapy"
Clinical experience 2 (2024)
10 weeks D1 SSM in Manchester, MO
Something special (TBD)
Clinical experience 3 (2024)
Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO
Something special (TBD)
Clinical Experience 4 (2024)
St. Francis Hospital in Peoria, IL
Something special (TBD)
Scholarly Activities
Oral Platform
Maryville University, 04/2024 Title: FUNCTIONAL STATUS AND MOBILITY OF PATIENTS WITH AN IMPELLA DEVICE IN THE ACUTE CARE SETTING: A RETROSPECTIVE CHART REVIEW STUDY, Katelyn Golemon SPT, Caeley Larson SPT, Jourdyn Tamaray SPT, Alicia Sutton SPT, Reese Snyder SPT, Heidi Tymkew, PT, DPT, MHS, CCS, Ann Fick, PT, DPT, MS, CCS, Elisabeth Martin PT, DPT, CCS, Melanie Johnson, PT, DPT, Yuanjin Liu, PhD, ASA
Poster Presentation
APTA MO Spring Conference, Saint Louis University, 04/2024 Title: FUNCTIONAL STATUS AND MOBILITY OF PATIENTS WITH AN IMPELLA DEVICE IN THE ACUTE CARE SETTING: A RETROSPECTIVE CHART REVIEW STUDY, Katelyn Golemon SPT, Caeley Larson SPT, Jourdyn Tamaray SPT, Alicia Sutton SPT, Reese Snyder SPT, Heidi Tymkew, PT, DPT, MHS, CCS, Ann Fick, PT, DPT, MS, CCS, Elisabeth Martin PT, DPT, CCS, Melanie Johnson, PT, DPT, Yuanjin Liu, PhD, ASA