Camelia Meindertsma
Summary
Motivated and compassionate Physical Therapist with exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to providing quality care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Physical Therapist
EmpowerMe Wellness
02.2025 - Current
- Conducted clinical assessments and evaluations of patients in independent living, assisted living, and memory care units
- Communicated with residential staff, applicable family members and power of attorneys to ensure appropriate follow through of treatment
- Organized weekly group exercise classes for individuals of all functional abilities
Physical Therapist
Sport Clinic Physical Therapy
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort
- Worked to establish a steady patient caseload of 8-10 patients per day through marketing strategies
- Educated physical therapists on vestibular screening
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
Travel Physical Therapist
PT Solutions
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Coordinated care plans and oversaw treatment with PTA
- Developed care plans for patients with ortho, neuro, and vestibular conditions
- Referred patients to appropriate specialists for additional evaluation
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of the clinic as the primary physical therapist
Graduate Assistant
Grand Valley State University
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Performed literature searches and summarized findings
- Revised, edited and added content to journal drafts
Rehabilitation Technician
Hope Network Neuro Rehabilitation
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Facilitated a high level of independence by supporting patients recovering from TBIs with ADLs
- Documented and billed for all appointments
Education
DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY -
Grand Valley State University
2023
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CLINICAL EXERCISE SCIENCE
Grand Valley State University
2020
Skills
- Geriatrics experience
- Empathetic and patient
- Adaptive to changing environments
- Patient-focused therapy
Clinical Experience
- Outpatient Neuro Vestibular
- Independent, Assisted and Memory care units
- Acute Care Rehab
- Outpatient Ortho
- School Pediatrics
- Inpatient Rehabilitation
Awards
- GVSU Presidential Scholarship
- GVSU Scholarship of Excellence
- Summa Cum Laude
Certification
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Certification (BLS) – American Heart Association.
- Dry Needling Certification – Masters Dry Needling.
Timeline
Travel Physical Therapist
EmpowerMe Wellness
02.2025 - Current
Physical Therapist
Sport Clinic Physical Therapy
09.2024 - 01.2025
Travel Physical Therapist
PT Solutions
09.2023 - 09.2024
Graduate Assistant
Grand Valley State University
01.2021 - 12.2021
Rehabilitation Technician
Hope Network Neuro Rehabilitation
01.2018 - 12.2020
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CLINICAL EXERCISE SCIENCE
Grand Valley State University
DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY -
Grand Valley State University