Cory Nakamura
Camarillo,California
Summary
Highly motivated and professional Physical Therapy Student with a strong passion for patient care and patient-centered treatment. Skilled in performing thorough patient evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and promoting recovery through evidence-based interventions. Proficient in collaborative communication with inter-professional teams to ensure continuity of care. Experienced in addressing a variety of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions with a commitment to improving mobility, function, and quality of life. Dedicated to delivering compassionate care while advancing clinical expertise in the outpatient physical therapy setting.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Terminal Clinical Experience II
Camarillo Healthcare Center
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed a full caseload with 100% independence, achieving entry-level to beyond-entry-level proficiency.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare team members to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Delivered a professional presentation on the benefits of LSVT BIG treatment for individuals with Parkinson's Disease, showcasing expertise in evidence-based interventions.
- Gained substantial experience performing various types of patient transfers, ensuring safety and adherence to best practices.
Terminal Clinical Experience I
Two Trees Ortho-Sports & Orthopedic Therapy
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Managed a full caseload with 100% independence, achieving entry-level to beyond-entry-level performance.
- Collaborated with OTs, PTAs, and PT aides to ensure carryover and quality patient care.
- Excelled in creating and implementing individualized treatment care plans.
- Proficient in documentation using Raintree EMR for accurate and efficient patient records.
- Collaborated seamlessly with OTs, PTAs, and PT aides to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
- Demonstrated excellence in developing and implementing individualized treatment care plans tailored to patient needs and goals.
- Delivered an in-service presentation on Canine Physical Therapy, highlighting innovative treatment approaches and interventions.
Integrated Clinical Experience
California Hand and Physical Therapy
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Observed Clinical Instructor on treatment, patient interaction, and documentation
- Assessed the needs of patients and designed effective treatment plans
- Collaborated with OTs, PTAs, PT aides, and SPTs to provide a comprehensive, cohesive, and holistic care plans
- Led a presentation of the benefits of BFR
- Treated patients 85% independently by the last 2 weeks with a caseload of 9+ patients a day and assisting my CI with the other 15% caseload of patients
Physical Therapy Aide
George Erb Physical Therapy, Inc.
05.2014 - 12.2020
- Instructing patients with therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular reeducation, and therapeutic activities
- Experience in ultrasound, massage therapy, BFR, Alter-G, CPM, and weight lifting techniques
- Training physical therapy technicians
- Maintains cleanliness of therapeutic equipment
- Refills containers and stock treatment carts with therapeutic supplies
Education
Doctorate of - Physical Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
San Marcos, CA12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology-Pre Physical Therapy
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05-2013
Skills
- Patient evaluation and individualized treatment planning
- Proficient in Raintree, WebPT, and NetHealth
- Strong communication and patient education skills
- Therapeutic exercise prescription and manual therapy techniques
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
- Empathy and active listening to build rapport with diverse patient populations
- Time management and organizational efficiency
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and lifelong learning
Certification
- First Aid CPR AED - American Heart Association
- JUNE 2020 - PRESENT
- ACE -Certified Orthopedic Exercise Specialist
- JANUARY 2018 - FEBRUARY 2020
- NASM - Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist
- JANUARY 2016 - FEBRUARY 2020
- NASM - Certified Personal Trainer
- FEBRUARY 2014 - FEBRUARY 2020
Timeline
Terminal Clinical Experience II
Camarillo Healthcare Center
09.2024 - 12.2024
Terminal Clinical Experience I
Two Trees Ortho-Sports & Orthopedic Therapy
05.2024 - 09.2024
Integrated Clinical Experience
California Hand and Physical Therapy
07.2023 - 08.2023
Physical Therapy Aide
George Erb Physical Therapy, Inc.
05.2014 - 12.2020
Doctorate of - Physical Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology-Pre Physical Therapy
San Diego State University
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