Kerry Verme
West Harrison,IN
Summary
Dedicated physical therapist with 25 years of clinical experience, skilled in leveraging strong communication and flexibility to foster positive relationships with patients and caregivers. Committed to guiding individuals toward optimal outcomes through personalized care and evidence-based practices. Passionate about continuous professional growth and delivering the highest standard of therapy. Seeking a position that utilizes extensive expertise while contributing to a collaborative healthcare environment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
Drayer Physical Therapy Institute
11.2022 - Current
- Complete evaluations, screenings/consultations and provide treatment in a traditional outpatient private practice setting
- Diagnoses treated: pre- and post- operative rehabilitation, spine disorders and injuries, chronic pain, neurological conditions including both adult and pediatric cases, workers compensation cases
- Clinic Director providing direct supervision to 5 staff members including 2 support personnel, 2 staff PT and 1 staff PTA.
- Clinic Director Jan 2024- June 2025
- Level 1 Clinical Instructor - November 2024
- Continuing Education: list available upon request
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance treatment effectiveness and patient satisfaction.
- Analyzed clinical data to improve therapy techniques and ensure compliance with best practices.
- Advocated for patients' needs within healthcare systems to facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
- Maintained open lines of communication with referring physicians to ensure coordinated care efforts.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Designed customized home exercise programs tailored to individual patient needs for continued progress outside of clinic visits.
- Increased clinic revenue by consistently maintaining high level of patient retention and satisfaction.
Physical Therapist
Continuum Therapy Partners LLC
03.2023 - Current
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments and goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and recovery processes.
- Educated patients and families on rehabilitation protocols and self-management strategies.
Physical Therapist
Associates in Pediatric Therapy
12.2016 - 11.2022
- Complete evaluations, screens and provide treatment to children ages 0-18 years in a traditional outpatient setting and within a PPEC (Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care) Center
- Diagnosis treated: Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophy, TBI, Torticollis, Plagiocephaly, Genetic Disorders, Congenital Abnormalities, Down Syndrome, ASD and many more
- Consultation and completion of letter of medical necessity for bracing and durable medical equipment needs
- Continuing Education: Autism Spectrum Disorder (2022); Spasticity (2022); Brachial Plexus Injuries (2022); Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (2022); Pediatric Seating and Mobility: Evaluation and Delivery (2021); Standing: Why, What and How
- (2021); Gait Analysis and Equipment Selection (2021); Evidence Based Physical Therapy Management of Idiopathic Toe Walking (2020); Advanced Topics for Evaluation and Treatment of Torticollis (2020); Spina Bifida Through the Life Span: Management Considerations From Infancy to Adulthood (2020); Cranial Asymmetry: A Closer Look at Why Infant Early Detection and Prevention Matter (2020); Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Current Understanding and Treatment (2020); Primitive Reflex Integration through Neuroplasticity (2020);
Physical Therapist
Harrison Physical Therapy
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Complete evaluations and treatment in a traditional outpatient setting
- Diagnoses treated: pre- and post- operative rehabilitation, spinal disorders and injuries, chronic pain, neurological conditions including CVA ,balance disorders, vestibular rehabilitation and workers compensation cases
Physical Therapist
Remedy Home Healthcare
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Complete evaluations and provide treatment in home setting involving post operative, neurological , vestibular and balance disorders and general orthopedic conditions.
Contract Physical Therapist
Monroe-Gregg School District
08.2014 - 10.2016
- Complete evaluations and provide treatment to children ages 4-12 in the school setting to establish and modify IEPs.
Staff Physical Therapist
Hendricks Regional Health
02.2010 - 10.2016
- Complete evaluations and treatment in the outpatient department primarily and inpatient secondary.
- Diagnosis treated: general orthopedic conditions pre and post-operative vestibular/balance/post concussive rehabilitation, spinal injuries and disorders, workers compensation cases, chronic pain, neurological conditions including both adult and pediatric cases
- Continuing education: McKenzie Method- Lumbar Spine (2010), Astym (2011), The Cervical Spine (2011), Balance and Vestibular Rehabilitation (2012), Applied Techniques of Manual Therapy, Mobilization of the Cervical & Thoracic Spine and Ribs (2013), The Rescheduled Method : Brief, Innovative and Effective Treatment of Common Patterns of the Whole Body Dysfunction (2013), Update: Neurologic Physical Therapy (2013), Applied Techniques of Manual Therapy, Comprehensive Treatment of the Shoulder (2014), Medical Exercise Therapy: Level 1 (2014), Myofascial and Positional Release Techniques (2015), Explain Pain-David Butler(2015), Neuro mobilization-NOI-David Butler (2016)
Staff Physical Therapist
Carroll County Memorial Hospital
10.2007 - 01.2010
- Complete evaluations and provide treatment for the outpatient department with exposure to acute patient care also.
- Diagnoses treated: pre- and post- operative rehabilitation, spine disorders and injuries, chronic pain, neurological conditions including both adult and pediatric cases, workers compensation cases
Physical Therapist
Commonwealth Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
06.2003 - 10.2007
- Complete evaluations and provide treatment to general outpatient orthopedic conditions, chronic pain syndrome, and neurological conditions.
- Continuing Education: 10th Annual Sports Medicine Symposium of Greater Cincinnati (2004), Running Course (2005), Kinesiotaping (2006)
Physical Therapist
Whitewater Valley Rehabilitation
06.2001 - 05.2003
- Complete evaluations and treatment for general outpatient orthopedic conditions, neurological conditions, work conditioning programs and use of aquatic therapy
Education
B.S. - Physical Therapy
IUPUI
Indianapolis, IN05-2001
Pre-physical therapy - undefined
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN01-1999
Skills
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Balance training/Vestibular rehabilitation
- Injury prevention
- Pain management techniques
- Joint mobilization
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Continuum Therapy Partners LLC
03.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist
Drayer Physical Therapy Institute
11.2022 - Current
Physical Therapist
Harrison Physical Therapy
05.2019 - 01.2021
Physical Therapist
Remedy Home Healthcare
02.2018 - 03.2019
Physical Therapist
Associates in Pediatric Therapy
12.2016 - 11.2022
Contract Physical Therapist
Monroe-Gregg School District
08.2014 - 10.2016
Staff Physical Therapist
Hendricks Regional Health
02.2010 - 10.2016
Staff Physical Therapist
Carroll County Memorial Hospital
10.2007 - 01.2010
Physical Therapist
Commonwealth Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
06.2003 - 10.2007
Physical Therapist
Whitewater Valley Rehabilitation
06.2001 - 05.2003
Pre-physical therapy - undefined
Purdue University
B.S. - Physical Therapy
IUPUI
Section name
- Active PT license in the states of Indiana and Ohio
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer