Jamie Tjalma DPT COMT
Mebane,NC
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Clinic Manager with over 19 years of extensive experience in the physical therapy sector. Proven expertise in overseeing outpatient clinic operations, including staff training, development, and performance management, while effectively monitoring clinic metrics to enhance productivity and patient satisfaction. Specialized in manual therapy techniques and certified in advanced practices, demonstrating a strong commitment to delivering individualized, hands-on, patient-centered care. Adept at treating a diverse range of orthopedic conditions and proficient in trigger point dry needling, ensuring optimal outcomes for all patients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist, Clinical Director
Athletico Physical Therapy
04.2022 - Current
- Managed high-volume caseload with 40hrs/wk of direct patient care.
- Supervised all clinical staff including physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, administrative staff, students, technicians, and volunteers.
- Responsible for reviewing resumes, hiring, onboarding and training all new hires
- Monitored and reported on weekly clinic statistics as well as monthly P&Ls
- Completed yearly performance reviews for all staff members
- Responsible for inventory, clinic ordering and facility requests/maintenance
- Responsible for staffing including time card approval and PTO requests
- Successfully transitioned clinic away from a double booked schedule to improve quality of care
- Oversaw logistics of clinic move to new location
Physical Therapist, Lead Clinician
ATI Physical Therapy
03.2016 - 05.2022
- Evaluated and treated patients in outpatient orthopedic, manual-based clinic
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for a wide variety of orthopedic conditions, including TMD and vestibular dysfunction
- Utilized trigger point dry needling on daily basis
- Responsible for administrative tasks including FTE reporting, supply ordering and monitoring clinic statistics and patient satisfaction
Physical Therapist
Results Physiotherapy
02.2015 - 03.2016
- Evaluated and treated patients in outpatient orthopedic, manual-based clinic
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for a wide variety of orthopedic conditions, including TMD and vestibular dysfunction
- Utilized trigger point dry needling on a daily basis
Senior Physical Therapist
Avante Physical Therapy
09.2006 - 02.2015
- Evaluated and treated patients in an outpatient orthopedic, manual-based clinic
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for a wide variety of orthopedic conditions (approximately 75% spine), including TMD and vestibular dysfunction
- Responsible for variety of administrative tasks including maintaining clinic statistics, completing discharge audits, overseeing volunteer program, organizing monthly in-services and tracking inventory
- Achieved highest number of internal referrals and lowest drop out rate for 5 years
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC2006
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
High Point University
High Point, NC2002
Skills
- Patient evaluation
- Manual therapy
- Dry needling techniques
- Clinical supervision
- Clinic management
- Team leadership
- Performance evaluation
- Patient-centered therapy
- Communication skills
- Patient relations
Certifications
Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT)- Maitland Physiotherapy Seminars
Dry Needling Level I, II- IAMT
Timeline
Physical Therapist, Clinical Director
Athletico Physical Therapy
04.2022 - Current
Physical Therapist, Lead Clinician
ATI Physical Therapy
03.2016 - 05.2022
Physical Therapist
Results Physiotherapy
02.2015 - 03.2016
Senior Physical Therapist
Avante Physical Therapy
09.2006 - 02.2015
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of North Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
High Point University