David O'Hara
Johns Creek,GA
Summary
Motivated physical therapist with 25 years of experience in outpatient orthopedics and sports medicine. Robust expertise in clinical management, evaluation skills, and outpatient treatments. Strong ability to work in a collaborative setting and contribute to the development of a team.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinic Manager/Physical Therapist
Peachtree Orthopedics
2016.05 - 2025.09
- Directed the opening of Alpharetta clinic for Peachtree Orthopedics. Managed expansion of clinic from 1 therapist to 6 therapists within 3 years despite COVID.
- Elevated patient volume to exceed 1200 visits per month.
- Collaborated with surgeons and medical staff to enhance patient care delivery.
- Implemented use of evidence-based therapy techniques to improve recovery outcomes.
- Certified in dry needling to promote healing and pain relief.
- Proficient in manual therapy skills and kinesio taping.
- Oversaw daily clinic operations, ensuring efficient patient flow and high-quality care delivery while maintaining full patient load of 12-14 patients per day.
Physical Therapist
Orthopedic Surgery P.C.
2008.02 - 2016.05
- Provide in-house rehabilitation services for a small group of orthopedic surgeons. As the only therapist, averaged treating 13-16 patients.
- Evaluate needs and provided treatment recommendations to provide best functional outcomes
- Fit patients for custom knee braces and custom orthotics.
- Collaborated with orthopedic surgeons to optimize post-surgical rehabilitation protocols.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
Staff Physical Therapist
Virgin Island Orthopedics
2007.06 - 2007.12
- Evaluated and developed treatment plans for incoming patients dealing with orthopedic injuries.
- Provided care, resource information and direct treatment to an average of 13-15 patients per day.
- Would treat walk in cruise ship employees when they arrived in port.
Clinical Manager/Physical Therapist
Atlanta Rehabilitation
2004.02 - 2007.06
- Accurately evaluated wide range of diagnoses to determine appropriate treatment measures.
- Supervised clinical and operations staff and execution of treatment Collaborated with clinical staff to ensure appropriate care and resources are provided to patients.
- Ensured that all aspects of clinical and administrative support were in compliance with organizational and industry standards. Collaborated with staff and physicians to keep all employees within mandatory compliance issues.
- Managed daily operations and staffing schedules in accordance with business needs.
Client Manager/Physical Therapist
Progressive Sports Medicine
1999.02 - 2004.02
- Evaluated and developed treatment plans for a variety of orthopedic and sports injuries. Collaborated with physicians to implement effective protocols.
- Managed staff of five employees. Oversaw administrative and accounting roles, including creation of budgets and expense forecasts.
Education
Master of Physical Therapy -
Medical College of Georgia
Augusta, GA12.1998
Bachelor of Science - Exercise and Sport Science
University of Georgia
Athens, GA06.1995
Skills
- CPR Certification
- Dry needling
- Treatment Plan Development
- Patient/Caregiver Relations
- Outpatient Treatment background
- Internal Communications
- Member of Titleist Performance Institute
Certification
Titleist Performance Institute, Level 2 Medical Professional Certificate
Dry Needling Certification
Timeline
Clinic Manager/Physical Therapist
Peachtree Orthopedics
2016.05 - 2025.09
Physical Therapist
Orthopedic Surgery P.C.
2008.02 - 2016.05
Staff Physical Therapist
Virgin Island Orthopedics
2007.06 - 2007.12
Clinical Manager/Physical Therapist
Atlanta Rehabilitation
2004.02 - 2007.06
Client Manager/Physical Therapist
Progressive Sports Medicine
1999.02 - 2004.02
Master of Physical Therapy -
Medical College of Georgia
Bachelor of Science - Exercise and Sport Science
University of Georgia