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LEEANNE COTTLE

Fairborn,OH

Summary

PERSONAL STATEMENT Skilled career professional seeking a position in a dynamic facility with opportunities for growth. Experienced in interdisciplinary team environments with pediatric, neurological, orthopedic, and geriatric populations. Experienced with computerized documentation systems, EPIC. Capable of learning quickly on the job, adaptable to complex scenarios, and dependable under pressure. Accomplished Physical Therapist possessing strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills. Provides supportive environment conducive to addressing individual needs. Distinguished client-facing skills and experience working closely with health care professionals to assess and treat complex conditions.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist

Ling and Kerr Therapy Services​
09.2014 - Current
  • Evaluation and treatment of school aged population from kindergarten to 5th grade
  • Sole Physical Therapist and managed caseloads at Pathway School of Discovery, Emerson Academy, North Dayton School of Discovery, and Orion Academy
  • Attendance at ETR and IEP meetings
  • Provided consultation/screenings for students new to school buildings.

Physical Therapist

ABC Pediatric​ ​Physical​ ​Therapy​
08.2013 - 11.2013
  • Evaluation and treatment of outpatient orthopedic
    pediatric population from infant to 21 years of age. Diagnoses included torticollis, developmental delay,
    gait abnormalities
  • Knowledgable in DAFO fittings.

Physical Therapist

Progressive Physical Therapy
01.2012 - 09.2012
  • Evaluation and treatment of outpatient orthopedic, neurological, and pediatric population from infant to 3 years of age
  • Diagnoses included torticollis, developmental delay, abnormal gait
  • Spearheaded development of treatment plan for patients with lower extremity amputation
  • Experienced in the use of kinesiotaping.

Physical Therapist

Physical, Rancho Wellness Center
01.2011 - 05.2012
  • Evaluation and treatment of outpatient orthopedic, neurological, and pediatric population from infant to 18 years of age
  • Diagnoses included cerebral palsy, Osgood Schlatters, return to sport/throwing
  • Single source for pediatric expertise; initiated development of pediatric treatment in an aquatic setting
  • Experienced in the use of kinesiotaping.

Physical Therapist

Covenant Healthcare
03.2008 - 08.2009
  • Evaluation and treatment of outpatient pediatric population from infant to 13 years of age
  • Diagnoses including torticollis, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, developmental delay, abnormal gait, intracerebral hemorrhage
  • Evaluation and treatment of outpatient neurological and lower extremity amputee population
  • Diagnoses including spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, CVA, vestibular disorder, Parkinson’s, and Multiple Sclerosis.
  • Marketing representative for wireless e-stim unit.
  • Strengthened relationship between PMR department and area durable medical equipment providers as well as orthotists and prosthetic providers. Collaborated with area orthotists and prosthetic providers on caseload. Attended area continuing education courses presented by said orthotists and prosthetic providers in order to educate coworkers.

Greenewood Manor
01.2009 - 10.2010
  • Evaluation and treatment of geriatric population in long term setting
  • Participated in team conferences regarding patient care plans
  • Worked in team environment with 1 PTA, 1 OT, 2 COTAs
  • Physical TherapistAug

Physical Therapist

HCR Manorcare
01.2008 - 07.2009
  • Evaluation and treatment of subacute orthopedic and geriatric population in long term setting and in an assisted living facility
  • Participated in team conferences regarding patient care plans
  • Experienced in home evaluations in preparation for safe discharge from facility
  • Evaluation and treatment in outpatient orthopedic population
  • Worked in team environment with 2 PTAs, 1 OT, 3 COTAs, 1 SLP

Research Coordinator

Dayton VA Medical Center
05.2002 - 08.2004
  • Coordinated protocol development, equipment preparation and materials purchasing for planned studies.
  • Prepared documents, reports and presentations detailing results and conclusions.
  • Oversaw research projects focused on sleep medication trials.
  • Conducted cognitive testing on subjects, conducted screening of potential subjects, ensured patient safety, followed research protocols and timelines.

Education

Doctorate - Physical Therapy

University of Michigan
Flint, MI
2008

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

University of Michigan
Flint, MI
2005

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Wright State University
Dayton, OH
2002

Skills

    As a Physical Therapist, I consistently demonstrated:

  • Interdisciplinary Care
  • Treatment Plan Development
  • Patient Relations
  • Creative Thinking
  • Patient Chart Management
  • EMR Systems
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
  • Performance Improvement
  • Physical Rehabilitation
  • Orthopedic Rehabilitation
  • Patient Care Scheduling
  • Service-Oriented Approach
  • Operational Standards
  • Administer Tests
  • Patient Health Information Access
  • Company Guidelines
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Evaluate Abilities
  • Client Satisfaction
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Active Listening
  • Support Patients
  • Treatment Plan Monitoring
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Mobility Devices
  • Maintain Documentation
  • Strengthened relationship with area durable medical equipment providers, including pediatric orthotic, prosthetic, and wheelchair suppliers
  • Experienced in submission of letters of medical necessity
  • Assisted with local marketing of Bioness wireless orthotic device in Saginaw, MI
  • Worked in team environment with PTs, PTAs, OTs, SLP, medical social worker

Accomplishments

  • Continuing Education: Assessment, Treatment, and Rehabilitation for Concussion and Mild TBI. Kalamazoo MI on May 11, 2017. Presented by Summit Education
  • Continuing Education: Overhead Athlete Conference. Cincinnati Children’s Hospital on Apr 8, 2017
  • Continuing Education: New Approaches to Orthotic Management of Pediatric Gait. St Louis MO on Jan 19, 2011. Presented by Beverly Cusick PT, MS, COF & Bernie Veldman, CO
  • Continuing Education: Therapeutic Management of Traumatic Brain Injury through the Continuum. Saginaw MI on Apr 25, 2009
  • Presented by RehabCare Group Inc

Affiliations

  • American Physical Therapy Association. 2004-present


  • Attendance at 2006 National Student Conclave, Dallas TX


  • Michigan Physical Therapy Association2004- 2010


  • Poster presenter at 2007 Fall Conference


  • Attendance at 2006 Michigan Student Conclave, 2007 Spring and Fall Conferences


  • Student Liaison for University of Michigan-Flint, Membership in Student Relations Committee, 2004-2005

Timeline

Physical Therapist

Ling and Kerr Therapy Services​
09.2014 - Current

Physical Therapist

ABC Pediatric​ ​Physical​ ​Therapy​
08.2013 - 11.2013

Physical Therapist

Progressive Physical Therapy
01.2012 - 09.2012

Physical Therapist

Physical, Rancho Wellness Center
01.2011 - 05.2012

Greenewood Manor
01.2009 - 10.2010

Physical Therapist

Covenant Healthcare
03.2008 - 08.2009

Physical Therapist

HCR Manorcare
01.2008 - 07.2009

Research Coordinator

Dayton VA Medical Center
05.2002 - 08.2004

Doctorate - Physical Therapy

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Wright State University

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