KIRSTIE R. GRAVES
Quitman,MS
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Kinesiotherapy Intern
Biloxi Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
- Apply theory into practical experience in various rehabilitation and wellness programs
- Prepare essays, reports, and other documents detailing experiences for personal reference and classroom credit
Clinical Observer
Various Physical Therapy Settings
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Observed Private Practice (Elite Physical Therapy, Future Family Center), Sub-Acute Rehabilitation Hospital (Rush Hospital), Hospital-based Outpatient Clinic (Forrest General Hospital, Rush Hospital, and Ochsner Watkins Hospital), Pediatric Clinic (Meridian Pediatric Extended Care)
- Accompanied physical therapists in administering various treatments and conducting examinations (120 hours)
Church Planting Intern
King's Church
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Communicated and incorporated leadership skills and autonomy with people of various faith-beliefs
- Generated reports detailing findings, created recommendations, and sorted spreadsheets
Group Exercise Instructor
Payne Center
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Interacted with individual participants in group of 20 patrons per week to cultivate and maintain positive relationships
- Choreographed and educated patrons on proper movement techniques and safe equipment use to reduce risk of injury
Temporary Missionary
Christmas in The Delta
12.2023 - 12.2023
- Organized pregnancy center; communicated and encouraged Delta Correctional Facility inmates
- Facilitated and directed outreach events for local communities in prison ministry
Recreational Volunteer
Ellisville State School
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants
- Supervised patron activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity
Golden Eagle Welcome Week Crew Leader
The Univeristy of Southern Mississippi
08.2023 - 08.2023
- Guided and managed group of up to 20 in-coming students to itineraries with many points of university interests
- Utilized effective communication and problem-solving skills to quickly resolve new student issues
Marathon Helper
Hattiesburg Half Marathon
04.2023 - 04.2023
- Constructed displays and easy-to-read signage to help participants navigate event area
- Oversaw refreshments counter, food items to marathon participants and maintaining sufficient stock of products and supplies to meet expected needs
Life Guard
Grand Paradise Water Park
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Worked with a regular group of 10-15 lifeguards for park patrons (max daily occupancy 3,000 guests) ensuring compliance with all safety policies
- Identified emergencies and warned of inclement weather
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiotherapy
The University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05.2025
Skills
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) Stretching
Manual Muscle Testing
Manual Resistance
Special Tests for Kinesiotherapy
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
(CPR) Certified - American Red Cross (2023)
Zumba Instructor Certified (2024)
Career Objective
To obtain admission as a Physical Therapy student at The University of Mississippi Medical Center so that I can develop the skills and abilities necessary to become a Physical Therapist in a cross-cultural home health setting.
Honors, Scholarships, and Awards
- Academic Excellence Scholarship Recipient
Maintain a 2.5 USM cumulative GPA and 15 USM credit hours each fall and spring semester
- Lambda Sigma Honors Society
Maintain a GPA above 3.5 for participating Sophomores
- National Society of Leadership and Success
Complete at least 36 credit hours, have a GPA of at least 3.2, and achieve some distinction in their academic works
- Band Service Award Scholarship Recipient
Maintain a 3.0 GPA and full-time membership of The Pride of Mississippi Marching Band
Organizational Membership
Pride of Mississippi Marching Band Color Guard Member
- Enhancing performances and leadership skills
- Maintaining punctuality and professionalism
Baptist Student Union Leadership Team Leader
- Organized ministry events
- Engaging with students from different demographics, beliefs, and cultures
Exercise is Medicine Member
- Advocate the importance of exercise within the community
- Learned various health testing skills
Timeline
Kinesiotherapy Intern
Biloxi Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Church Planting Intern
King's Church
06.2024 - 07.2024
Temporary Missionary
Christmas in The Delta
12.2023 - 12.2023
Recreational Volunteer
Ellisville State School
08.2023 - 10.2023
Golden Eagle Welcome Week Crew Leader
The Univeristy of Southern Mississippi
08.2023 - 08.2023
Marathon Helper
Hattiesburg Half Marathon
04.2023 - 04.2023
Group Exercise Instructor
Payne Center
08.2022 - 05.2024
Life Guard
Grand Paradise Water Park
06.2021 - 07.2021
Clinical Observer
Various Physical Therapy Settings
05.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiotherapy
The University of Southern Mississippi
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