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Education
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Shadowing Opportunities
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Deniz Akunal

Deniz Akunal

Marina,CA

Summary

Dedicated undergraduate student at Colorado State University pursuing a Health and Exercise Science degree, with a keen interest in transitioning to a graduate Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Demonstrated commitment through active participation in PT shadowing and observation opportunities and am seeking to broaden my experience and enhance skills in preparation for applying to DPT Programs.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Event Assistant

Colorado State University's Ram Welcome
08.2023 - 08.2023
  • Provide substantial on-site support to Orientation and Transition Programs and various Ram Welcome Event Coordinators with event production and general assistance for events.

Private Tutor

Self-Employed
12.2020 - 05.2022
  • Emphasized the importance of good study habits and devised homework schedules, study materials, and handouts to assist students in implementing tailored study plans.

Physical Therapy Aide

Quinn Orthopedic Physical Therapy
06.2021 - 11.2021
  • Worked under a company that is contracted with Apple Wellness Center in Cupertino, CA.
  • Became proficient in computer literacy, treatment & patient documentation, phone etiquette, and interpersonal communication with patients and staff members during fast paced work volumes. Practiced modalities like ice and stim as well.

Dance Instructor

The Dance Company of Los Gatos
06.2016 - 05.2021
  • Worked with a wide range of age groups in the studio on choreography, flexibility, and technique training and oversaw the competition team on their dances.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health & Exercise Science

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
12.2025

Kinesiology

Foothill Community College
Mountain View, CA
06.2022

High School Diploma -

Saratoga High School
Saratoga, CA
06.2021

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Phone Etiquette

Problem-Solving

Computer Literacy

Time Management

Team Oriented

Leadership

Organization

Certification

CPR and AED Certified

Volunteer Work

  • CSU Rehabilitation Club - Secretary | Jan 2024 - Current Position
  • Fort Collins Community Fall Cleanup - Volunteer | Nov 2023
  • Walden West Outdoor Science Camp, Saratoga, CA - Camp Counselor | May 2016 - Jun 2019
  • Humane Society Silicon Valley, Milpitas, CA - Camp Counselor | Jun 2017 - July 2018

Shadowing Opportunities

  • Balance Physical Therapy | Salinas, CA
  • Montage Medical Group | Marina, CA
  • Carmel Valley Manor | Carmel, CA

Timeline

Event Assistant

Colorado State University's Ram Welcome
08.2023 - 08.2023

Physical Therapy Aide

Quinn Orthopedic Physical Therapy
06.2021 - 11.2021

Private Tutor

Self-Employed
12.2020 - 05.2022

Dance Instructor

The Dance Company of Los Gatos
06.2016 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Health & Exercise Science

Colorado State University

Kinesiology

Foothill Community College

High School Diploma -

Saratoga High School
CPR and AED Certified
Deniz Akunal