JENNIFER MATYAS
Eugene
Summary
Doctor of Physical Therapy with 8+ years of experience delivering evidence-based musculoskeletal, neurological, vestibular, and chronic pain rehabilitation across outpatient, telehealth, and mobile care settings. Experienced in virtual care delivery, patient coaching, exercise prescription, conservative care pathways, and independent caseload management. Proven ability to engage patients remotely, utilize shared decision-making and motivational interviewing techniques, and develop individualized treatment plans that improve adherence, function, and long-term self-management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner & Physical Therapist
Lane County Mobile Physical Therapy
08.2026 - Current
- Founded and operate an independent mobile and telehealth physical therapy practice serving adults with musculoskeletal, neurological, vestibular, and chronic pain conditions.
- Provide both in-home and telehealth physical therapy services utilizing Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
- Develop individualized treatment plans emphasizing self-management, exercise adherence, symptom management, and long-term functional improvement.
- Treat patients with chronic pain, osteoarthritis, balance disorders, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, mobility limitations, and orthopedic conditions.
- Utilize HelloNote EMR to maintain HIPAA-compliant clinical documentation and patient communication.
- Independently manage all aspects of practice operations including scheduling, documentation, compliance, quality assurance, patient engagement, and business administration.
Neurological Physical Therapist
PeaceHealth Outpatient Neurological Rehabilitation
01.2022 - 06.2026
- Evaluated and treated patients with Parkinson’s disease, stroke, multiple sclerosis, vestibular disorders, traumatic brain injury, and other complex neurological diagnoses.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical presentations, enhancing patient outcomes through advanced clinical reasoning.
- Coached patients on exercise adherence, mobility optimization, fall prevention, and long-term health management, improving their overall quality of life.
- Collaborated with neurologists, physiatrists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and primary care providers to create comprehensive care strategies.
- Utilized standardized outcome measures and functional assessments to guide evidence-based treatment progression and clinical decision-making.
Staff Physical Therapist
Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Provided comprehensive outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation services for patients with low back pain, neck pain, shoulder dysfunction, post-surgical conditions, chronic pain, and movement impairments.
- Delivered telehealth physical therapy services during the COVID-19 pandemic, with virtual visits comprising approximately 50% of patient care during peak implementation periods.
- Conducted remote assessments, exercise prescription, patient coaching, movement analysis, and home exercise program progression.
- Educated patients regarding conservative treatment options, recovery expectations, symptom management, and self-care strategies.
- Treated vestibular dysfunction, dizziness, balance impairments, and selected neurological conditions in addition to orthopedic populations.
Senior Computer Information Technology Consultant
University of Oregon – Center for Media and Educational Technologies
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Delivered technology support and training to faculty and staff, enhancing their ability to integrate technology into teaching.
- Created instructional videos and online training materials, equipping faculty and staff with essential educational technology resources.
- Analyzed user needs to develop effective technology solutions for educational environments.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate multimedia tools into instructional design.
- Provided training sessions on software applications and digital resources for staff.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Pacific University
01-2018
Bachelor of Science - Human Physiology
University of Oregon
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Fullerton
Skills
- Telehealth Physical Therapy
- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
- Conservative Care Management
- Chronic Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Neck Pain
- Osteoarthritis
- Shoulder Conditions
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- Parkinson's Disease
- Shared Decision-Making
- Motivational Interviewing
- Patient Engagement
- Exercise Prescription
- Remote Patient Care
- HelloNote EMR
- Microsoft Teams
- Zoom
- Telehealth Documentation
- HIPAA-Compliant Virtual Care
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- Independent business owner
- 1099 contractor experience
- Telehealth expertise
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Orthopedic pain management
- Digital workflow
- Patient education
Technology And Digital Health
- HelloNote EMR
- Microsoft Teams
- Zoom
- Telehealth Documentation
- HIPAA-Compliant Virtual Care
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
Telehealth Experience Highlights
- Delivered telehealth physical therapy services beginning in 2020 during rapid implementation of virtual healthcare delivery models.
- Conducted remote evaluations, movement assessments, exercise prescription, patient coaching, and home program progression.
- Utilized Zoom, Microsoft Teams, telephone outreach, and asynchronous patient communication.
- Currently provide telehealth services through Lane County Mobile Physical Therapy.
Core Expertise
- Telehealth Physical Therapy
- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
- Conservative Care Management
- Chronic Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Neck Pain
- Osteoarthritis
- Shoulder Conditions
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- Parkinson's Disease
- Shared Decision-Making
- Motivational Interviewing
- Patient Engagement
- Exercise Prescription
- Remote Patient Care
Licensure And Professional Coverage
- Oregon Physical Therapist License, 62820, 03/31/28
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
- ASTYM Certified Provider
- CM&F Group, $1,000,000/$3,000,000
Timeline
Owner & Physical Therapist
Lane County Mobile Physical Therapy
08.2026 - Current
Neurological Physical Therapist
PeaceHealth Outpatient Neurological Rehabilitation
01.2022 - 06.2026
Staff Physical Therapist
Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy
01.2018 - 01.2022
Senior Computer Information Technology Consultant
University of Oregon – Center for Media and Educational Technologies
01.2011 - 01.2014
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Pacific University
Bachelor of Science - Human Physiology
University of Oregon
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Fullerton