Kayla Andrews
Graham,FL
Summary
Motivated Student Physical Therapist with good relationship-building, communication and multitasking abilities. Detail-oriented and reliable with a hardworking nature.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Physical Therapist Internship
UF Health - Orthopedic And Sports Medicine
2023.09 - 2023.11
- Helped patients improve functional mobility by prescribing appropriate interventions.
- Contributed to rehabilitation of patients dealing with complex issues such as musculoskeletal.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Evaluated patient strength and range of motion to devise personalized regimes.
Student Physical Therapist Internship
AdventHealth Ocala
2023.03 - 2023.04
- Helped patients improve functional mobility by prescribing appropriate interventions.
- Contributed to rehabilitation of patients dealing with complex issues such as cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and neuromuscular.
- Worked with patients recovering from whipple procedures, fractures and other acute concerns.
- Provided expertise to patients on different floors of hospital.
- Completed rounds with healthcare staff and made discharge recommendations.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programs for improved at-home support.
Softball Coach Volunteer
Columbia High School
2016.02 - 2021.11
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
Volleyball Coach Volunteer
Columbia High School
2015.06 - 2021.10
- Created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts.
- Worked individually with players when struggling to enhancer confidence and strengthen court skills.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to volleyball athletes to help reach full potential.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
Waitress
Copper Blues
2019.09 - 2020.05
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with multiple customers or during busy shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of St. Augustine of Health Sciences
Miami, Florida04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida International University
Miami, Florida12.2019
Skills
- Skills taken from previous clinical internships include:
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Gait Training
- Sports Injuries
- Physical Examinations
- Patient Service
References
Heather Benson
Volleyball Coach
Columbia County High School
386-688-2078
bensonh@columbiak12.com
Volunteer Employer
Tim Vigue
Athletic Trainer
San Fransisco Giants
803-225-0172
tvigue@sfgiants.com
Mentor
Matthew Dickens
General Manager
Copper Blues Miami
561-714-1713
General Manager
Timeline
Student Physical Therapist Internship
UF Health - Orthopedic And Sports Medicine
2023.09 - 2023.11
Student Physical Therapist Internship
AdventHealth Ocala
2023.03 - 2023.04
Waitress
Copper Blues
2019.09 - 2020.05
Softball Coach Volunteer
Columbia High School
2016.02 - 2021.11
Volleyball Coach Volunteer
Columbia High School
2015.06 - 2021.10
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of St. Augustine of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida International University
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