Derek Hillman
Woodhaven,MI
Summary
A beginning physical therapist committed to assisting patients in recovery and progressing through their deficits. Working on continuing to develop my own skills and continue to advance and grow within our profession. Committed to working in any setting to make myself well rounded and effective in any environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
Team-Rehabilitation Woodhaven
Woodhaven
03.2025 - Current
- Have seen over 4200 visits since starting as a physical therapist carrying a caseload of 335 patient’s total
- Conducted thorough evaluations to accurately diagnose musculoskeletal and neurological issues and determine appropriate interventions.
- Completed patient scheduling, exercise demonstration, modalities, manual therapy, and building a therapeutic alliance
- Continuing education completed in MET, post-op shoulder treatment, home visit evaluations and treatments, TMJ evaluation and treatment
- Have completed over 17 patients’ evaluations and treatments in home visits with transitioning patients into the clinic
- Billed claims to BCBS, Workers’ compensation, Automobile Medical, Medicare Part B, HMO, HMO Medicare Risk, Commercial insurance, and Private pay parties
- Pursuing additional continuing education in Pain management, Acute SCI management, Implications for PT with pharmacology for CHF and COPD, Vestibular evaluation and treatment
Produce Manager
Trentwood Farms
Southgate and Woodhaven, MI
01.2013 - 01.2025
- Produce Manager
- Collect inventory on product in produce, over 70 items total
- Unload and stock displays from 3-10 vendors daily
- Oversee and provide assistance to 15-30 workers daily
- Responsible for financial tasks: counted $5,000 in daily cash deposits and secured store funds
- Provided ongoing training sessions for team members on best practices in stocking and handling fresh produce
Physical Therapy Technician
Team Rehabilitation Woodhaven
Woodhaven
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Helped with over 30 patients daily
- Displayed how to do exercises and helped set up equipment for patients
- Worked with patients from ages 6-95 years old
- Helped complete electrotherapy, ultrasounds, traction, heat and ice therapy
- Scheduled patients
- Surveyed patients on pain tolerance, satisfactory options, and prior medical history
- Worked with up to 5-6 patients at one time during busier days
- Took down initial appointments, insurance information, and surgery information
- Collaborated with physical therapists to implement individualized care plans for diverse patient needs
Executive Resolution Analyst
Aerotek, General Motors
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Mitigate the number of buybacks through providing customer satisfaction
- Worked to solve customer issues with GM legal teams, dealerships, communications, and financial departments
- Documentation of customer concerns with the ability to implement GM assistance
- Worked with over 150 consumer cases
- Began working with more complex consumer cases 4 months within position
Education
Doctorate -
Wheeling University
Wheeling, WV12-2024
No Degree - Pre-Physical Therapy
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI01-2022
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI01-2018
Skills
- Therapeutic exercises
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Balance training
- Safety management
- Home health care expertise
- Geriatric therapy
Certification
- HIPAA / OSHA training
- CPR / First Aid (April 2026)
- APTA – Michigan Chapter
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Team-Rehabilitation Woodhaven
03.2025 - Current
Physical Therapy Technician
Team Rehabilitation Woodhaven
07.2021 - 04.2022
Executive Resolution Analyst
Aerotek, General Motors
03.2020 - 09.2020
Produce Manager
Trentwood Farms
01.2013 - 01.2025
Doctorate -
Wheeling University
No Degree - Pre-Physical Therapy
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Eastern Michigan University