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Katherine Urso

Dallas,TX

Summary

Dedicated SPTA with foundation in physical therapy principles and hands-on clinical experience. Successfully implemented therapeutic interventions to enhance mobility. Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills in diverse healthcare settings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

AVEANNA HEALTHCARE
07.2025 - 08.2025
  • Assisted in treatment of children with developmental delays, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, and other pediatric conditions under direct PT supervision.
  • Provided therapeutic exercise, play-based activities, gait training, and neuromuscular re-education to improve strength, coordination, and functional mobility.
  • Educated caregivers and families on home exercise programs, positioning strategies, and developmental milestone progression.
  • Collaborated with OT/SLP therapists to support interdisciplinary goals and reinforce motor, sensory, and communication skills during PT sessions.

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

PATE NEURO REHAB
05.2025 - 06.2025
  • Provided therapeutic exercise, neuro-reeducation, gait training, and functional mobility interventions to improve strength, coordination, balance, and independence.
  • Facilitated use of assistive devices and adaptive equipment for safe mobility and ADLs.
  • Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team (OT, SLP, nursing) to optimize patient outcomes and safe discharge planning.
  • Assisted in treatment interventions of patients with stroke, TBI, and SCI under licensed PT supervision.

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

ATI PHYSICAL THERAPY
03.2025 - 04.2025
  • Performed therapeutic exercise instruction, gait training, balance activities, and functional mobility interventions.
  • Educated patients on home exercise programs, posture, body mechanics, and injury prevention strategies.
  • Observed and applied manual therapy techniques including joint mobilizations and soft tissue mobilization
  • Documented daily treatment notes and progress in EMR systems in compliance with HIPAA standards.
  • Gained experience with return-to-sport rehabilitation, post-operative protocols, and chronic pain management.

REHAB AIDE AND PATIENT EXPERIENCE COORDINATOR

ATHLETICO PHYSICAL THERAPY
10.2021 - 01.2024
  • Clinic preparation and maintenance.
  • Treatment area set up.
  • Clerical/Administrative support.
  • Patient support (Non-skilled)

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy

Concorde Career College
Dallas, TX
09-2025

General Studies

COLLIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Wylie, TX
08.2021

Skills

  • Interpersonal skills to build a positive relationship with patients, team members, and other disciplines
  • Trainable- willing to do whatever it takes to grow not only in my future career, but with a company
  • Patient and simple to communicate with
  • Detail oriented when treatment planning

Timeline

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

AVEANNA HEALTHCARE
07.2025 - 08.2025

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

PATE NEURO REHAB
05.2025 - 06.2025

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

ATI PHYSICAL THERAPY
03.2025 - 04.2025

REHAB AIDE AND PATIENT EXPERIENCE COORDINATOR

ATHLETICO PHYSICAL THERAPY
10.2021 - 01.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy

Concorde Career College

General Studies

COLLIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Professional Memberships

APTA American Physical Therapy Association