Veronica M.S. Dorton
Roanoke,VA
Summary
Licensed Physical Therapist with three years of experience as a traveling physical therapist in several locations and settings, with a transition into a permanent position in 2022 in a SNF setting. Driven to learn additional skills and specializations as opportunities arise.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
Wheelchair Clinic Inc.
Roanoke, VA
01.2026 - Current
- Perform wheelchair evaluations and complete additional documentation required for justifications
- Telehealth and in person evaluations for 4 different states
Physical Therapist
Legacy Healthcare, Woodland Hills
Roanoke, VA
01.2026 - Current
- Developed individualized treatment plans to enhance patient mobility and functional independence.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations to assess patient progress and adjust therapeutic interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on injury prevention and home exercise programs for sustained recovery.
Physical Therapist
Berkshire Health and Rehab Center
Vinton, VA
07.2022 - Current
- Performed initial evaluations, reevaluations/progress notes, provided patient treatments, and performed discharges as appropriate.
- Supervising PT for additional staff
- Experience with management duties including scheduling and projections.
- Clinical instructor for 2 physical therapy students
- Perform custom WC evaluations for residents with WC company
- Skilled Nursing Facility/ Long Term Care
Travel Physical Therapist
Springtree Health and Rehab
Roanoke, VA
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Performed initial evaluations, reevaluations/progress notes, provided patient treatments, and performed discharges as appropriate.
- Supervising PT for additional staff
- Skilled Nursing Facility/ Long Term Care
Travel Physical Therapist
Body Central Physical Therapy
Tucson, AZ
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Performed initial evaluations, reevaluations/progress notes, provided patient treatments, and performed discharges as appropriate.
- Supervising PT for additional staff
- Outpatient Facility
Travel Physical Therapist
ATI Physical Therapy
Kirkland, WA
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Performed initial evaluations, reevaluations/progress notes, provided patient treatments, and performed discharges as appropriate.
- Supervising PT for additional staff
- Outpatient Facility
Travel Physical Therapist
Arctic Physical Therapy
Bethel, AK
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Outpatient facility.
- Performed initial evaluations, created plans of cares and performed discharges as appropriate.
Travel Physical Therapist
Clarksburg Nursing and Rehab Center
Clarksburg, WV
08.2020 - 08.2020
- Skilled nursing facility providing transition to home and long term care.
- Performed initial evaluations, created plans of cares and performed discharges as appropriate.
Travel Physical Therapist
EA Hawse Nursing and Rehab Center
WV
06.2020 - 07.2020
- Skilled nursing facility providing transition to home and long term care.
- Performed initial evaluations, created plans of cares and performed discharges as appropriate.
Travel Physical Therapist
PT Solutions
Williamsburg, London, KY
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Outpatient facility.
- Performed initial evaluations, created plans of cares and performed discharges as appropriate.
Education
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Marshall University School Of Physical Therapy
Huntington, WV08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Spanish
University Of Virginia’s College At Wise
Wise, VA05.2015
Certification
EMR Experience
- CERNER, EPIC, TherapySource, WebPT, ITW , RehabOptima/Nethealth
Certifications
- McKenzie Part A Certification
- PT Solutions Spine Course (heavy manual therapy focus for Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar Spine)
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Wheelchair Clinic Inc.
01.2026 - Current
Physical Therapist
Legacy Healthcare, Woodland Hills
01.2026 - Current
Physical Therapist
Berkshire Health and Rehab Center
07.2022 - Current
Travel Physical Therapist
Springtree Health and Rehab
01.2022 - 07.2022
Travel Physical Therapist
Body Central Physical Therapy
08.2021 - 10.2021
Travel Physical Therapist
ATI Physical Therapy
04.2021 - 07.2021
Travel Physical Therapist
Arctic Physical Therapy
09.2020 - 03.2021
Travel Physical Therapist
Clarksburg Nursing and Rehab Center
08.2020 - 08.2020
Travel Physical Therapist
EA Hawse Nursing and Rehab Center
06.2020 - 07.2020
Travel Physical Therapist
PT Solutions
09.2019 - 03.2020
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Marshall University School Of Physical Therapy
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Spanish
University Of Virginia’s College At Wise
Clinical Experience
Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) General Hospital - Charleston, WV 06/2019 to 07/2019
- Student Physical Therapist, 6 weeks Inpatient Rehabilitation
Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) Memorial Hospital - Charleston, WV 04/2019 to 06/2019
- Student Physical Therapist, 6 weeks Acute care student rotation
Select Physical Therapy - Colonial Heights, VA 01/2019 to 04/2019
- Student Physical Therapist, 15 week Outpatient student rotation
Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital - Beckley, WV 08/2017 to 10/2017
- Student Physical Therapist, 8 week Acute care and Outpatient student rotation
Other Work Experience
Horizon Volleyball Club - Corbin, KY 11/2019 to 03/2020
Assistant Coach, Travel Volleyball Club
- Assisted with drills, practices, conditioning, and coaching during travel season
Marshall School of Physical Therapy - Huntington, WV 01/2018 to 06/2018
Graduate Assistant, Physical Therapy Administrative Department
- Assisted Administrative Assistants with student information, filing, inventory, etc.
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center - Mechanicsville, VA 08/2015 to 05/2016
Physical Therapy Technician, Outpatient Facility
- Assisted with administrative work and assisted patients through exercise programs
Chesterfield Physical Therapy - Midlothian, VA 05/2014 to 08/2014
Physical Therapy Technician, Outpatient Facility
- Assisted with administrative work and assisted patients through exercise programs
Publications
Pfost G, Chen A, Farley F, Ran Y, Sanchez V. MCTSIB: Modified Clinical Test of Sensory Integration for Balance. Crit Rev Phys Rehab Med. 2018;29(2):109-112.