Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Clinical Internships
Inservice Presentations and Projects
Other Involvements
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Lacey Dean

Physical Therapist

Summary

Developed expertise in providing care across diverse settings, with a focus on patient-centered care and effective communication. With both previous and current experience in pediatrics, I am now applying for the Baylor University - Hope & Believe Pediatric Physical Therapy Residency. My goal is to deepen my expertise in pediatric physical therapy, enhance my empathetic approach across various specialized environments, and develop skills in teaching and research, all while advancing my professional growth within the field.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Physical Therapist

Jackson County Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education
08.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with OT, SLP, SLPA, classroom staff, and families to provide individualized care to students
  • Maintained efficient and reliable scheduling techniques to provide home and school PT services
  • Determined appropriate equipment recommendations to promote patient independence with mobility

Physical Therapist

Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy
08.2023 - 07.2024
  • Collaborated with PTs, PTAs, PT aides, and administrative staff in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Developed clinical reasoning skills across a diverse patient population, ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics.
  • Educated patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term wellness and reducing the risk of recurrence.

Laundry Attendant/Cleaner

Loma Linda University - School of Allied Health
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Coordinated daily laundry tasks for the six Allied Health professions laboratories with other team members to maximize efficiency and maintain a smooth workflow.
  • Demonstrated strong attention-to-detail when folding clean linens according to laboratory standards.
  • Provided pick-up and delivery of linens to appropriate Allied Health laboratories throughout campus.

Student Ambassador

Loma Linda University
09.2020 - 03.2023
  • Assisted in hosting prospective students by leading tours and facilitating a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Further developed communication skills through collaboration with other current students and faculty.
  • Answered questions from visitors and potential students about university life.

Physical Therapy Aide

Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Enhanced essential communication skills through ongoing interaction with both providers and patients.
  • Assisted front desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing documents and processing payments.
  • Streamlined clinic operations by maintaining a clean, organized environment and performing routine inventory checks on therapy supplies and equipment.

Administrative Assistant

George Fox University - Health & Human Performance
08.2018 - 05.2020
  • Collaborated closely with professors and staff to ensure a productive and efficient work environment.
  • Promoted a healthy lifestyle through the Find Your Fit program in collaboration with faculty.
  • Refined the ability to efficiently manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.

Caregiver

Lieggi Family
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Gained invaluable experience and developed a strong sense of adaptability through working closely with an individual with Down syndrome.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Enhanced client comfort by providing compassionate and exciting activities, addressing the individual's preferences.

Administrative Assistant

Knife River Materials
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Collaborated with the management team to maintain an organized schedule and office workspace.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA
06.2020 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

George Fox University
Newberg, OR
08.2017 - 05.2020

Skills

  • Delivering Patient-Centered Care

  • Comprehensive Patient Evaluation

  • Creating Plan of Care

  • Equipment Recommendation

  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration

  • CPR training

Clinical Internships

  • Outpatient Orthopedics, Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy (Boise, ID): 03/27/2023-06/01/2023
  • Outpatient Adult Neurology/Pediatrics, Loma Linda Outpatient Rehabilitation Center (Loma Linda, CA): 01/03/23-03/17/23
  • Acute Inpatient Rehab, Loma Linda University East Campus Hospital (Loma Linda, CA): 09/27/22-12/16/22
  • Inpatient Pediatrics, Loma Linda University Children's Hospital (Loma Linda, CA): 07/25/22-08/19/22
  • Outpatient Orthopedics, ProCare Physical Therapy (Redlands, CA): 06/14/21-07/09/21

Inservice Presentations and Projects

  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Outcomes in Differing Graft Types (May 2023)
  • Pediatric SMO, AFO, and Combination Bracing Recommendations (March 2023)
  • Experimental Research for Spinal Cord Injury Treatments (December 2022)
  • Pontine Stroke (July 2022)

Other Involvements

  • Research Assistant, Pediatric Physical Therapy - University of St. Augustine (May 2022-June 2023)
  • Children's Ministry Volunteer - Sandals Church Mentone, CA (September 2021- June 2023)

Timeline

Physical Therapist

Jackson County Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education
08.2024 - Current

Physical Therapist

Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy
08.2023 - 07.2024

Laundry Attendant/Cleaner

Loma Linda University - School of Allied Health
01.2022 - 03.2023

Student Ambassador

Loma Linda University
09.2020 - 03.2023

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Loma Linda University
06.2020 - 06.2023

Caregiver

Lieggi Family
01.2020 - 03.2020

Physical Therapy Aide

Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy
08.2019 - 05.2020

Administrative Assistant

George Fox University - Health & Human Performance
08.2018 - 05.2020

Administrative Assistant

Knife River Materials
05.2018 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

George Fox University
08.2017 - 05.2020
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