Chethan Matharu
Rancho Palos Verdes,CA
Summary
Dedicated Doctor of Physical Therapy with clinical expertise in outpatient orthopedics and pediatrics. Skilled in evaluating diverse patients and delivering tailored therapeutic exercises and education. Committed to empowering individuals to achieve their recovery goals and resume meaningful activities.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Aide
CN Residential, Inc. Adult Residential Facility
Torrance, CA
02.2019 - Current
- Support office operations for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Coordinate facility safety and maintenance
- Ensured efficient inventory control and purchasing to meet operational needs.
Student Physical Therapist
Kids in Motion Pediatric Therapy
Torrance, CA
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Delivered specialized therapy programs for children aged 6 months to 13 years in a clinical environment.
- Facilitated engaging therapy sessions for students from preschool to high school, enhancing their physical development in educational settings.
- Assessed children's physical abilities to develop and implement tailored therapy plans that addressed individual needs.
- Collaborated with parents, caregivers, nurses, teachers, and school aides to maintain consistent therapy application and support student progress.
Student Physical Therapist
Los Alamitos Orthopedic and Sport Physical Therapy
Los Alamitos, CA
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Evaluated and treated patients with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
- Developed individualized therapeutic programs to enhance patient recovery
- Provided patient education, manual therapy, and functional training
- Implemented and progressed post-operative rehabilitation protocols based on surgical precautions and recovery milestones
Student Physical Therapist
Select Physical Therapy
Huntington Beach, CA
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Evaluated and treated patients with diverse orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
- Developed individualized therapeutic programs to enhance patient recovery
- Provided patient education, manual therapy, and functional training
Student Physical Therapist
California Children's Services
Mission Viejo, CA
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care strategies, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to improve motor skills in children aged 6 months to 18 years with high tone, fostering development and independence.
- Educated parents and caregivers on home exercise programs to facilitate their child's rehabilitation and promote ongoing progress.
Student Physical Therapist
Gary M. Souza, Physical Therapy & Associates
Diamond Bar, CA
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Evaluated and treated patients with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
- Developed individualized therapeutic programs to enhance patient recovery
- Provided patient education, manual therapy, and functional training
Physical Therapy Aide
Harbor Physical Therapy
San Pedro, CA
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported patients with exercises and mobility activities.
- Prepared equipment and assisted therapists during treatment sessions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
Volunteer
Orthopaedic Institute For Children
Los Angeles, CA
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Assisted and shadowed therapists during treatment sessions
- Maintained and operated exercise equipment to ensure safe and effective use
- Managed inventory counts to ensure consistent product availability
Volunteer
Long Beach Memorial Hospital
Long Beach, CA
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Volunteered in the In-patient Acute Rehab Center
- Shadowed therapists during treatment sessions
- Maintained cleanliness of therapy equipment to support safe and effective patient care
Volunteer
USC Physical Therapy HRA Faculty Practice Clinic
Los Angeles, CA
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Shadowed therapists during treatment sessions
- Prepared examination rooms for patient
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of equipment
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05-2023
Skills
- Patient evaluation & assessment
- Therapeutic exercise & exercise progression
- Manual therapy
- Post-operative rehabilitation
- Patient education
- Interprofessional communication
Certification
- Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy Board of California
License # Pending (Passed NPTE) - Personal Fitness Trainer - Southern California Regional Occupational Center
Timeline
Student Physical Therapist
Kids in Motion Pediatric Therapy
01.2026 - 04.2026
Student Physical Therapist
Los Alamitos Orthopedic and Sport Physical Therapy
08.2025 - 12.2025
Student Physical Therapist
Select Physical Therapy
05.2025 - 06.2025
Student Physical Therapist
California Children's Services
10.2024 - 11.2024
Student Physical Therapist
Gary M. Souza, Physical Therapy & Associates
07.2024 - 08.2024
Volunteer
Long Beach Memorial Hospital
10.2022 - 04.2023
Physical Therapy Aide
Harbor Physical Therapy
05.2022 - 05.2023
Volunteer
Orthopaedic Institute For Children
07.2021 - 05.2023
Program Aide
CN Residential, Inc. Adult Residential Facility
02.2019 - Current
Volunteer
USC Physical Therapy HRA Faculty Practice Clinic
06.2015 - 08.2015
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University, Long Beach