Kaitlyn Batchelor
Grand Rapids
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outpatient Neurologic Physical Therapy
U of M Sparrow
Lansing
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Managed 6–9 patients/day (~75% full-time caseload) with neurologic conditions including stroke, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, vestibular dysfunction, and concussion
- Applied clinical reasoning to advance treatment plans and documentation in Epic for complex neurologic cases
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team of PT, OT, and speech therapy to optimize patient care
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinic operations and patient outcomes
Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Athletico
Kentwood
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Managed 10–12 patients daily, providing care for musculoskeletal and post-operative conditions, including workers’ compensation cases, ensuring effective treatment and recovery.
- Conducted evaluations and developed tailored plans of care, enhancing patient outcomes under clinical instructor supervision.
- Documented patient care and progressed treatment plans using NextGen EMR
- Demonstrated advanced intermediate clinical skills, increasing autonomy in patient care and contributing to team efficiency.
Acute Care Physical Therapy
Bronson Methodist Hospital
Kalamazoo
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Managed 3–4 patients daily in acute care setting, ensuring comprehensive care and recovery
- Performed evaluations and implemented targeted treatment plans to enhance mobility, transfers, gait, and endurance
- Monitored vital signs and patient response to ensure safe progression
- Coordinated discharge planning with interdisciplinary team to facilitate smooth transitions and continuity of care
- Utilized assistive devices and DME to promote safe functional mobility
Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Advent
Rockford
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Treated patients with musculoskeletal and post-operative conditions, managing 25–50% of caseload to support recovery goals
- Assisted with evaluations and developed individualized treatment plans to enhance patient outcomes
- Applied therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and patient education
- Collaborated with supervising PT to ensure accurate documentation of care in Agile EMR
Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, MI08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Exercise Science, Biology
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI04-2022
Skills
Therapeutic Techniques
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient management
- Patient Management Software
- Electronic Health Records
- EPIC
Work Experience
Physical Therapy Aid/ Patient Coordinator
Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy - Cedar Spring, MI
Sep 2021- present
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in/out, and insurance-related communication
- Maintained clinic organization, equipment cleanliness, and workflow efficiency
- Assisted patients with exercise programs under PT supervision
- Supported front office operations, including payment processing
Hostess, Server, Bartender
Blythefield Country Club – Belmont, MI
Mar 2016 – Aug 2023
- Built strong relationships with members through high-level customer service
- Managed high-volume service demands with attention to detail and efficiency
- Trained new staff and led shifts to ensure quality service
Leadership Roles Community
Service Learning Coordinator, GVSU DPT Class of 2026, Organized volunteer opportunities and community outreach initiatives, Coordinated events including the Wheel Run with Renew Mobility
Certification
CPR and First Aid
Timeline
Outpatient Neurologic Physical Therapy
U of M Sparrow
10.2025 - 12.2025
Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Athletico
08.2025 - 10.2025
Acute Care Physical Therapy
Bronson Methodist Hospital
01.2025 - 02.2025
Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Advent
05.2024 - 06.2024
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Exercise Science, Biology
Grand Valley State University