Christian Goolsby
Springdale,AR
Summary
I am a forever learner, dedicated to becoming better than I was yesterday to not only enhance myself but enrich those around me. I hope to demonstrate my ability to effectively communicate and connect with my patients and colleagues to make a lasting impact and help them reach higher aspirations than they ever thought they could. Knowing that challenges produce lessons while lessons produce growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
UT Southwestern School of Health professions
Dallas, Texas
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Developed and implemented clinical protocols for patient care.
- Conducted research to assess the effectiveness of new treatments and procedures.
- Provided guidance and support to medical staff regarding best practices in patient care.
- Monitored patient outcomes and reported any changes or improvements in their condition.
- Assisted with the development of health education programs for patients and families.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal quality of care for patients.
- Designed training modules for medical staff on new technologies and equipment used in clinical settings.
- Evaluated research studies to determine the safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness of treatments, medications, and devices.
- Attended seminars and advancement opportunities to remain up-to-date on product industry development.
- Conducted Lectures for Doctorate of physical therapy students
- Lab Assistant for school of health professions
- Referred patients to outside specialists or hospital admission for more advanced care.
Clinical Experience
Train Recover Move
Fayetteville, AR
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Treated University of Arkansas Athletes and worked side by side with Athletic Trainers, Coaches, Sports Medicine Doctors, and Surgeons to help athletes return to sport.
- Treated a variety of musculoskeletal disorders and specifically focused on shoulder and knee diagnoses.
- Assisted in teaching anatomy to Master Athletic Training Students.
- Directed case breakdowns of patients for the entire physical therapy team.
- Lead in-service presentations for mental health and different sports injuries.
SPT (Clinical Experience)
Baptist Rehabilitation Institute
Little Rock, AR
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Treated on the Spinal Cord and Traumatic Brain Injury Team and lead all intervention strategies for those patients.
- Lead Inservices based on NDT, Roods, Virtual Reality and presented new treatment strategies from recent CSM conference.
Clinical Experience
UAMS Hospital
Little Rock, AR
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Educated cancer patients and families.
- Performed an in-service to the Oncology team on how to prepare patients and families on the steps to take before, during, and after cancer treatment.
- Treated patients in the acute setting involving gunshot wounds, motor vehicle/motorcycle accidents, total hip/knee arthroplasty, organ transplants, amputations, stroke, and cardiopulmonary conditions. and many more.
- Co-treated with OT, ST, Nurses, PTAs, and COTAs.
Clinical Experience
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Fayetteville, AR
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Treated a variety of Neuromuscular conditions such as Parkinson's, Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, and Guillain Barre.
- Assisted in teaching Parkinson's classes for individuals in northwest Arkansas.
- I completed an in-service presentation on the Rifton Tram and Litegait devices for the entire hospital.
- Cotreated with OT, ST, Nurses, and other PT staff.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Buhler High School, Buhler Ks
Buhler, KS
05.2016 - 07.2020
- For volleyball, basketball, and soccer.
- Basketball Skills and Shooting Coach
- Created all team's summer, fall, winter, and spring programs and oversaw all training sessions.
- Presented at injury prevention clinics twice a year.
Master Level V Trainer
GENESIS HEALTH CLUBS
HUTCHINSON, KS
12.2012 - 07.2020
- Performed fitness assessments and assisted with several club-wide challenges.
- Worked with junior high and high school athletes from all sports.
- Weight Loss Management
- Presented on biomechanics and weight loss regimens
- Continued rehab with clients who finished sessions at outpatient clinics with advised assistance from doctors and physical therapists.
- Created and organized basketball skill clinics and speed/agility camps.
- Created and organized sports combine clinics for the surrounding areas
- Trained overseas and NCAA athletes for football, volleyball, basketball, baseball, and golf.
- Trained entry-level personal trainers with assistance from athletic trainers and physical therapists.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
central Christian College
Mcpherson, Ks
06.2012 - 10.2018
- Created off-season and in-season programs for the basketball team.
- Worked individually with each athlete’s nutrition and personal exercise programs and focused on enhancing their regimens.
- Conducted weekly team meetings and generated deep discussions on mental health, emotional awareness, body preparation, and spiritual attitude.
Supervisor
DISABILITY SUPPORTS, THE GREAT PLAINS
MCPHERSON, KS
06.2011 - 12.2013
- Oversaw finances for patients to make sure they were not being taken advantage of.
- Ran weekly meetings for the department.
- Created schedules for staff and patients.
- Advised health choices and prepared food for the clients.
- Passed medicine and monitored clients with diabetes and seizures
- Organized and planned daily activities for a variety of clients.
- Assisted with Special Olympics
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Arkansas of Medical Sciences
Fayetteville, AR05.2023
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - exericse science/BioChemistry
Central Christian College
Skills
- Proficient with Marketing Tactics
- Excellent Communication skills
- Ability to Operate Under Pressure
- Adaptive Skills
- Ability to Multitask and Proficient in Time management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Empathetic and Patient
- Organization and Planning
- Quick Learner and Detail Oriented
- Relationship Building
- De-escalation Techniques
- Gentle and Skilled With Therapy Procedures
Certification
- STEADI Fall Prevention Certified
- Dry Needling Certified (DN1-3)
- Spinal Manipulation certified (SMT-1-3)
- IASTYM Certified
- Orthopedic Clincial Specialist Residency Completion
- CITI Research
- Walk with Ease Certified
- BLS CPR/AED
- NASM/AFAA
- ISSA/NCCPT
Extracurricular Activities
- Family
- Hobbies (Basketball, Jiu Jitsu, Tennis, Climbing, Badminton and Weight lifting/Running)
- Music, Meditation/Mindfulness
- Reading/Poetry/Writing
- Advanced Manual Therapy Elective in Physical therapy School
- CSCS Strength and Conditioning elective course in Physical therapy School
Other Extracurricular Activities-Over 50 hours
Completed service hours with the Salvation Army, and other thrift stores in town.
- I moved furniture and organized all product from the semis that were sent from cooperate.
Cleaned up trash around the town and parks of Northwest Arkansas.
Worked security for the Northwest Arkansas Beer Festival:
- Made sure no one left the premises with alcohol.
- Made sure no one drove home drunk.
- Had to break up fights.
- Watched for any unusual behavior of the 3000-5000 guests that were there.
Other service hours involved:
- Organized tours for families and students.
- Completed Q&A for prospective students.
- Worked the chili pepper run 2 years in a row in which I helped treat injured runners.
- Did extra time at the north street Pro-bono clinic and assisted one of the faculty professors with wound care treatments 1-2 hours a week for 4 weeks.
- Spoke to the state legislators of Arkansas about the physical therapy program and my experiences during the program.
- CSM Conference and accrued 10 professional hours
References upon request
Accomplishments
- Clinical Excellence Award
- Orthopedic Clinical Specialist Residency Completion
Timeline
Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
UT Southwestern School of Health professions
08.2023 - 09.2024
SPT (Clinical Experience)
Baptist Rehabilitation Institute
01.2023 - 02.2023
Clinical Experience
UAMS Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022
Clinical Experience
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2022 - 07.2022
Clinical Experience
Train Recover Move
06.2021 - 09.2021
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Buhler High School, Buhler Ks
05.2016 - 07.2020
Master Level V Trainer
GENESIS HEALTH CLUBS
12.2012 - 07.2020
Strength and Conditioning Coach
central Christian College
06.2012 - 10.2018
Supervisor
DISABILITY SUPPORTS, THE GREAT PLAINS
06.2011 - 12.2013
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Arkansas of Medical Sciences
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - exericse science/BioChemistry
Central Christian College
- STEADI Fall Prevention Certified
- Dry Needling Certified (DN1-3)
- Spinal Manipulation certified (SMT-1-3)
- IASTYM Certified
- Orthopedic Clincial Specialist Residency Completion
- CITI Research
- Walk with Ease Certified
- BLS CPR/AED
- NASM/AFAA
- ISSA/NCCPT
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