James Albertson
Pleasant Hill,CA
Summary
Accomplished Physical Therapist possessing strong clinical evaluation and treatment skills. Experience working closely with other health care professionals with mutual patients to assess and treat orthopedic and sports-related conditions. Continually working to learn and develop new skills to enhance the rehabilitation process.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
MaxPerformGo
01.2024 - Current
- Performed examination, evaluation, and treatment of patients with various musculoskeletal injuries and impairments
- Developed and implemented plans of care, utilizing a combination of manual therapy, neuromuscular reeducation, and therapeutic exercises to achieve patient's goals
- Provided guided education to patients and patient's families regarding diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to determine treatment progression and time for discharge
- Assisted in various administrative duties such as scheduling, insurance explanation, and payment reception
- Served as clinical instructor for interns and volunteers
Physical Therapist
Sport And Orthopedic Leaders Physical Therapy
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Conduction of clinical examination and evaluation to determine patient needs, development and implementation of plans of care, supervision of PTAs and PT aides, and determination of when patients are appropriate for discharge from care
- Treatment of a wide variety of patient populations with varying goals including training high level athletes with intent of returning to full sport participation
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments
- Attended and occasionally lead in-clinic mentorship sessions focused on development of orthopedic examination and treatment skills
- Served as clinical instructor for a student during their graduate curriculum
Physical Therapist
Golden State Orthopedics And Spine
07.2019 - 11.2022
- Examination, evaluation, and treatment of both outpatient and post-op patients, developing plans of care for various conditions that focus on patient recovery
- Determination of when patients are ready for discharge
- Supervision of PTAs and PT aides
- Managing patients in later stages of rehab, focusing on strength and conditioning
- Athlete reconditioning: developed, executed, and managed an athlete reconditioning program, focusing on returning high school, collegiate, and professional athletes to high-level athletic performance
Coach
Diablo Crossfit
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Leading members in a class setting or one-on-one through mobility, drills, skill practice, and the workout of the day
- Providing supervision and instruction for basic to advanced exercises
- Providing modifications to workouts for those with movement or strength issues
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Samuel Merritt University
Oakland, CA08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO05.2013
Skills
- Orthopedic and sports medicine experience including return to sport training
- Prompt, consistent communicator
- Proficient in EPIC, WebPT, NextGen, and Jane documentation software
- Experience with virtual and telehealth rehab
- Strong manual therapy skills with training in Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
- Extensive knowledge of therapeutic exercise selection, progression, regression, and modification
Timeline
Physical Therapist
MaxPerformGo
01.2024 - Current
Physical Therapist
Sport And Orthopedic Leaders Physical Therapy
12.2022 - 01.2024
Physical Therapist
Golden State Orthopedics And Spine
07.2019 - 11.2022
Coach
Diablo Crossfit
06.2014 - 08.2016
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Samuel Merritt University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Colorado Mesa University
Professional Interests
- Mentoring & mentorship
- Merging rehabilitation with strength and conditioning
Awards & Certifications
- Graston Technique Level 1, July 2025
- APTA Level 2 Credentialed Clinical Instructor, October 2024
- Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist, October 2023
- Board-Certified Specialist in Orthopedics (OCS), June 2022
- Emergency Response for the Athlete certified, March 2021
- Physical Therapy Licensure in California
- CPR/AED/BLS certified
- Clinical Athlete Certified Weightlifting Coach (CCWC), August 2019
- CrossFit Level 1 certified (CF-L1), 2014-present
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), 2013-present
- Eagle Scout 2007
Memberships
- Academy of Orthopedic Physical Therapy (2021-present)
- American Physical Therapy Association (2016-present)
- National Strength and Conditioning Association (2013-present)
References
Available upon request
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