Kallie Tierney
Corona,CA
Summary
Motivated Physical Therapy Clinical Student with hands-on experience in patient assessment and treatment plan development. Skilled in creating individualized therapy plans that enhance recovery and improve patient wellness. Demonstrates strong communication and teamwork abilities in fast-paced clinical settings. Committed to supporting organizational goals and fostering patient progress through clear goal-setting and encouragement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehabilitation Aide
Athletico
River Forest, IL
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Prepared treatment rooms prior to patient arrivals by cleaning surfaces, stocking supplies and ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
- Helped maintain a safe environment for both staff members and patients by following infection control policies.
- Instructed patients in safe and effective use of weights, pulleys, inclined surfaces and various equipment for given treatments to reduce injury.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient treatments by setting up equipment, preparing patients, and supporting them throughout sessions to enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Conducted exercises with patients as prescribed by the physical therapist in order to improve strength and flexibility.
- Monitored patients during exercise sessions to ensure proper technique and offered additional instruction to promote safety and effectiveness.
- Answered questions from patients about proper form when performing exercise routines at home.
- Communicated with other physical therapy staff to discuss patient progress and potentially modify treatment.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, answering phones and maintaining patient files.
- Applied hot and cold packs according to therapist directions.
- Cleaned therapy equipment following each appointment to achieve sanitary regulations.
- Guided patients through exercise routines under therapist supervision.
- Communicated with patients to explain procedures and address concerns effectively.
- Fostered a positive work environment by encouraging and providing emotional support to patients, enhancing their overall therapy experience.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance patient care experiences at the clinic.
Cabana Server
Knott's Berry Farm
Buena Park, CA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Promoted excellent service to customers, increasing referrals and walk-in business through enthusiastic engagement
- Assisted customers in menu selection by answering questions and providing information on options
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to ensure customer satisfaction and enhance team effectiveness
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices
- Processed customer payments to accurately record transactions
- Maintained clean and safe work environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Santiago High School
Corona, CAHealth Sciences -
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, ILSkills
- Medical Terminology
- Exercise instruction
- Motion assessment
- Muscle Testing
- Transfer techniques
- Schedule Coordination
- Organizational Skills
- Time management
- High-pressure adaptability
- Teamwork
- Team collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to detail
References
Erik Meyers (Clinical Manager at Athletico- River Forest)- (440)-251-7869
Work History
Cabana Server, Knott's Berry Farm, Buena Park, CA, Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices., Assisted customers in selecting menu items, answering questions and providing general information., Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest., Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness., Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business., Processed customer payments to accurately record transactions., Maintained clean and safe work environment., 05/01/22-08/01/22
Rehabilitation Aide at Athletico Physical Therapy in River Forest, Illinois. Some of my duties include working with the patient on stretches or exercises, communicating with physical therapists about a patient's progression, be able to take phone calls regarding appointments or taking questions about facility, to schedule out patient appointments, and to provide hot or cold packs when physical therapist or patient request either. (August 2023-Current)
Timeline
Rehabilitation Aide
Athletico
08.2023 - 05.2025
Cabana Server
Knott's Berry Farm
05.2022 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Santiago High School
Health Sciences -
Concordia University Chicago