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Connor Black

North Tonawanda,NY

Summary

Recently licensed Physical Therapist with a passion for rehabilitation, patient well-being, and safety. Dedicated to gaining quality work experience and improving patients quality of life and independence through effective and targeted treatment plans.

Overview

1
1
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapy Student

Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center - Acute
Sun City West, AZ
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Determined appropriate discharge plans for 8-10 patients per day across multiple hospital settings, including ER, ICU, pre- and post-surgery, and observation units.
  • Performed evaluations for current functional capacity, including bed mobility, transfers, ambulation, and balance.
  • Effectively educated patients and family/caregivers on discharge plan, management of supplemental oxygen, use of incentive spirometry, and patient safety following discharge.
  • Effectively communicated with hospital staff and other providers to coordinate the most appropriate plan of care.

Physical Therapy Student

The McGuire Group - Sub-Acute
Williamsville, NY
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Evaluated current functional status, prior level of function, and home environment for 8-10 patients per day.
  • Functional training, including bed mobility, transfers, ambulation, assistive device training, and home management techniques, provided to patients and family/caregivers to improve overall patient mobility and safety.
  • Effectively communicated with nursing and rehabilitation staff to provide effective rehabilitation and manage underlying health conditions.

Physical Therapy Student

Advanced Care Physical Therapy - Outpatient
Buffalo, NY
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Evaluated, diagnosed, and programmed treatment plans for 40-50 patients per week
  • Managed sports related injuries including soft tissue injuries and fractures in order to return to sport
  • Administered manual therapy techniques such as joint mobilization, soft tissue massage, and trigger point release.

Physical Therapy Student

Orchard Park Physical Therapy - Outpatient
Orchard Park, NY
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Evaluated, diagnosed, and created treatment plans for 40-50 patients per week with orthopedic and neuromuscular conditions.
  • Applied modalities, including class IV laser, knee and spine decompression, ultrasound, and E-stim, to manage patient pain.
  • Performed gait analysis to assess patient's walking mechanics and posture.

Physical Therapy Student

Family Care Physical Therapy - Outpatient
Buffalo, NY
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Co-evaluated, diagnosed, and programmed treatment plans for 30-40 patients per week.
  • Proficiently documented initial examinations, daily notes, and progress notes.
  • Enhanced patients' functional mobility through gait and vestibular training, and progressive resistance training.
  • Utilized McKenzie approach to evaluate and treat chronic low back and neck pain.

Physical Therapy Assistant

Buffalo Therapy Services - Outpatient
Buffalo, NY
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Devised and implemented therapeutic programs for 20-30 patients weekly
  • Provided treatments, such as therapeutic exercises and activities, gait training, and balance and coordination activities.
  • Decreased pain and increased functional mobility in patients with orthopedic conditions and chronic pain

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
05-2024

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
11-2019

Skills

  • Patient examination and assessment
  • Functional mobility training
  • Adaptive equipment training
  • Ambulation and dynamic balance training
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Clinical Documentation

Certification

  • New York State Physical Therapy License #053202 (Issued 09/2024)
  • CPR, First Aid, AED Certified through National CPR Foundation ID# 563773F7 (valid through 01/26)

Timeline

Physical Therapy Student

Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center - Acute
02.2024 - 05.2024

Physical Therapy Student

The McGuire Group - Sub-Acute
11.2023 - 02.2024

Physical Therapy Student

Advanced Care Physical Therapy - Outpatient
06.2023 - 08.2023

Physical Therapy Student

Orchard Park Physical Therapy - Outpatient
01.2023 - 03.2023

Physical Therapy Student

Family Care Physical Therapy - Outpatient
06.2022 - 08.2022

Physical Therapy Assistant

Buffalo Therapy Services - Outpatient
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • New York State Physical Therapy License #053202 (Issued 09/2024)
  • CPR, First Aid, AED Certified through National CPR Foundation ID# 563773F7 (valid through 01/26)

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

SUNY At Buffalo

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

SUNY At Buffalo
Connor Black