CID PALACIO
Summary
Well-rounded professional currently enrolled in HPU's DPT program, holding a degree in Kinesiology and specialized experience as a Physical Therapy technician. Engaged in diverse patient care and adept at collaborating with healthcare teams. Recognized for leadership in volunteer and work roles committed to enhancing individual and community well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
AccessSurf
'Ewa Beach
02.2026 - 2027
- Volunteer for AccesSurf which is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with disabilities through adaptive surfing, therapeutic water programs, and barrier-free beach access
- Assisted with setup, transfers, and Keiki swimmers
Physical Therapy technician/aide
ELAM SPORTS OAHU THERAPY & TRAINING
Honolulu
09.2024 - 07.2025
- PT technician/aide 30+ hours a week, specialization towards rural outpatient sports & orthopedic rehab
- Supported clinic DPTs, PTAs, CPTs, LMTs, and Admin in clinic operations and patient care for diverse populations
- Conducted 1-on-1 sessions with patients, managing flowsheet exercises and maintaining daily chart notes
- Comfortable with WebPT: scheduling patients, handling patient records/medical paperwork, insurances, etc.
- Awarded certificate of clinic ROY (Rookie of the year)
Intern
TIMBERHILL ATHLETIC CLUB
Corvallis
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Shadowed for 60+ hours while assisting in training and rehab sessions
- Collaborated weekly with trainers to support and enhance client programming
- Autonomy in prescribing, demonstrating, and explaining exercises in small groups
- Encountered numerous health populations (post-partum, pregnant, post-op, Parkinson's, etc.).
- Engaged in business operations and expanded online networking initiatives
Volunteer
IMPACT OSU
Corvallis
01.2024 - 03.2024
- The IMPACT program is a physical activity program for children, youth and young adults with disabilities, targeting motor skills and overall fitness
- Led weekly individualized programs tailored to assigned child, utilizing screening, ongoing motor assessments, and consultations with parents and professionals
- Conducted program sessions incorporating group activities, resistance training, cardio, and aquatics to enhance physical fitness and motor skills
- Focused on one young adult with Autism (non-verbal) while also providing support in sessions for another young adult with Cerebral Palsy
Volunteer
Maui Wildfire Relief
Honolulu
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted at the state capital on Oahu to organize, allocate, and transfer supplies/necessities to those in Maui
- Directed human chains to transport all sorted and boxed supplies to Maui.
Junior Leader
SUMMER FUN DISTRICT 2
Honolulu
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Awarded Junior Leader of the Year [2018]
- Upheld leadership rules and maintained safety of all members to collaborate and direct daily workflow
- Kept facilities clean, organized, and maintained equipment
- Creative activity planning and interactive bonding with children & parents
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI01-2027
BACHELOR'S - KINESIOLOGY/PHHS
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
Corvallis, OR01-2024
KINESIOLOGY -
UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA
Honolulu, HI01-2022
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
MOANALUA HIGH SCHOOL
Honolulu, HI01-2020
Skills
- AHA First-Aid/CPR/BLS certified
- Interpersonal Communications
- Active Listener
- Problem-Solving Decision Maker
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Technologically Proficient
- Trustworthy/Reliable
Timeline
Volunteer
AccessSurf
02.2026 - 2027
Physical Therapy technician/aide
ELAM SPORTS OAHU THERAPY & TRAINING
09.2024 - 07.2025
Intern
TIMBERHILL ATHLETIC CLUB
01.2024 - 04.2024
Volunteer
IMPACT OSU
01.2024 - 03.2024
Volunteer
Maui Wildfire Relief
06.2023 - 09.2023
Junior Leader
SUMMER FUN DISTRICT 2
06.2018 - 09.2018
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Hawaii Pacific University
BACHELOR'S - KINESIOLOGY/PHHS
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
KINESIOLOGY -
UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
MOANALUA HIGH SCHOOL