Christopher Hankerson
Mesa,AZ
Summary
A new graduate from A.T. Still University entering the professional environment following three 10 week clinical rotations in outpatient orthopedic, skilled nursing, and the home health setting. A very enthusiastic and optimistic therapists who finds immense joy developing a personal relationship with each of my patients to the most effective care. A sincere passion for learning and patient centered care with strong skills in evaluation and assessment, exercise prescription, and patient education.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Student Physical Therapist
Haven Home Health
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programs for improved at-home support.
- Discussed rehabilitation and reconditioning options to improve patients' function and quality of life.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercise programs.
- Reviewed home environments prior to discharge and recommended improvements to meet specific needs.
- Documented patient progress accurately, thoroughly and timely in accordance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Entry level - beyond entry level performance reviews.
Student Physical Therapist
Citadel Post Acute
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
- Managed a full caseload including accurate and timely documentation and billing.
- Created individualized exercise programs to improve patient mobility and function.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
Student Physical Therapist
Rehab Plus Physical Therapy
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Promoted a healthy lifestyle among patients by delivering education on proper body mechanics, posture, and ergonomics during daily activities.
- Applied manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance and coordination.
- Increased clinic efficiency by efficiently managing caseloads, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining organized documentation systems.
- Provided physical therapy services in an outpatient settings.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics and injury prevention to avoid risk of re-injury.
- Developed patient-specific home exercise programs, guiding patients on correct implementation to safely achieve goals.
Education
Ph.D. - Doctor of Physical Therapy
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences
Mesa, AZ06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, ID07.2020
Skills
- Time Management Proficiency
- Adaptive to changing environments
- Excellent communication skills
- Personable and Great at development of Patient Rapport
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Analytical Thinking
- CPR training
- Time Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Customer Service
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Student Physical Therapist
Haven Home Health
01.2024 - 03.2024
Student Physical Therapist
Citadel Post Acute
10.2023 - 12.2023
Student Physical Therapist
Rehab Plus Physical Therapy
07.2023 - 09.2023
Ph.D. - Doctor of Physical Therapy
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Brigham Young University - Idaho
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