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Leanna Salem

Memphis,TN

Summary

Enthusiastic and compassionate entry-level physical therapist with diverse clinical experience and a strong foundation in both orthopedic and inpatient rehabilitation. Committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care, with a focus on manual therapy, functional movement, and long-term wellness. Passionate about building strong patient relationships and helping individuals achieve meaningful, lasting outcomes across various settings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Outpatient Sports Orthopedic Rotation

MPower Physical Therapy
Brentwood, TN
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Delivered high-level outpatient orthopedic care with a strong sports rehabilitation focus.
  • Managed a fast-paced caseload of 20–25 patients per day, including complex post-operative and return-to-sport cases.
  • Gained advanced exposure to performance-based rehab, manual therapy, and functional return-to-play protocols.
  • Adapted quickly in a demanding clinical environment requiring efficiency, clinical reasoning, and autonomy.

Outpatient Orthopedic Rotation

STAR Physical Therapy
Brentwood, TN
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Delivered outpatient orthopedic care with a focus on neurological and geriatric patient populations.
  • Implemented individualized treatment plans emphasizing balance, mobility, and functional independence.
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes in a community-focused clinic setting.

Teaching Assistant – Anatomy & Physiology

UTHSC
Memphis, TN
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted in lab instruction, cadaver dissection, and student support for DPT first-year coursework.

Inpatient Acute Care Rotation

Regional One Health
Memphis, TN
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Provided early mobility, discharge planning, and education in a hospital setting.
  • Worked with a multidisciplinary team including nursing, OT, and case management.
  • Documented evaluations and daily progress notes in EPIC EMR.

Outpatient Orthopedic Rotation

Benchmark Physical Therapy
Franklin, TN
01.2024 - 02.2024
  • Treated a diverse caseload of post-op, sports, and general orthopedic patients.
  • Applied manual therapy techniques including Mulligan and joint mobilizations.
  • Designed and progressed personalized strength and mobility programs.

Outpatient Orthopedic Rotation

OrthoSouth
Bartlett, TN
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Managed patient care under the supervision of licensed PTs in a fast-paced orthopedic clinic.
  • Emphasized patient education and functional training for return to sport/work.
  • Collaborated with PTs and support staff to optimize continuity of care.

Physical Therapy Technician

Benchmark Physical Therapy
Jackson, TN
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Supported licensed PTs in preparing treatment areas, assisting with therapeutic exercises, and monitoring patient safety.
  • Developed foundational communication and patient care skills.

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Union University
Jackson, TN
05.2022

Skills

  • Orthopedic Rehabilitation
  • Mulligan & Manual Therapy Techniques
  • Excellent Communication & Patient Rapport
  • Strength Training & Injury Prevention
  • Patient Education & Clinical Autonomy
  • Fitness and Wellness Integration

Certification

  • CPR & Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
  • Licensure Pending — NPTE, 07/25

Areas Of Interest

  • Sports Rehabilitation
  • Exercise Science
  • Health & Wellness Promotion
  • Injury Prevention & Performance Optimization
  • Holistic & Functional Movement Approaches
  • Strength & Conditioning
  • Patient Empowerment & Education

Timeline

Outpatient Sports Orthopedic Rotation

MPower Physical Therapy
03.2025 - 05.2025

Outpatient Orthopedic Rotation

STAR Physical Therapy
01.2025 - 03.2025

Inpatient Acute Care Rotation

Regional One Health
03.2024 - 05.2024

Teaching Assistant – Anatomy & Physiology

UTHSC
01.2024 - 12.2024

Outpatient Orthopedic Rotation

Benchmark Physical Therapy
01.2024 - 02.2024

Outpatient Orthopedic Rotation

OrthoSouth
07.2023 - 08.2023

Physical Therapy Technician

Benchmark Physical Therapy
01.2021 - 01.2022

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Union University

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