LINDSEY ROGERS
Novant Health Physical Therapy
Dalzell,SC
10
years of professional experience
Doctor of Physical Therapy with exceptional communication skills, a passion for professional growth, and problem-solving skills committed to providing high quality, patient-centered care to enhance patient satisfaction and quality of life. Looking to serve as a physical therapist to provide higher quality patient healthcare to promote the well-being and independence of all populations.
Work History
Doctor of Physical Therapy
1 Year 4 Months- Job ended due to clinic closure by head of company.
- Evaluated and treated 8-12 patients daily, including 1-4 new evaluations, ensuring tailored care plans and addressing diverse needs.
- Treated musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and neuromuscular deficits/injury including chronic pain, radiculopathies, joint/ligament replacement/reconstruction, multiple sclerosis, tendinopathies, FND, and intra-articular pathologies. Patient population was very diverse in terms of PLOF and demographics. Comorbidities included but are not limited to vestibular pathologies, cognitive deficits, seizures, heightened anxiety/depression, and cardiopulmonary/vascular issues. Communicated with multiple other healthcare professionals as part of an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient care and outcomes.
- Developed and presented an in-service project. Created and presented PowerPoint presentation that analyzed Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) etiology and clinical presentation, the most up-to-date research and clinical practice guidelines regarding physical therapy for diagnosis. Evaluated and treated one patient with rare disease beginning 18 years ago. Patient made full recovery.
Full-time Clinical Rotation: Outpatient Rehabilitation
2 Months- Evaluated and treated 12 -14 patients, which is 100% of entry-level caseload at assigned facility.
- Caseload composed of patients with musculoskeletal and neuromuscular deficits/injury including chronic pain, radiculopathies, joint/ligament replacement/reconstruction, multiple sclerosis, tendinopathies, muscular dystrophies (including FSHD), and intra-articular pathologies. Patient population was diverse in terms of PLOF and demographics. Comorbidities included but are not limited to vestibular pathologies, cognitive deficits, seizures, heightened anxiety/depression, cardiopulmonary issues, and cardiovascular issues.
- Communicated with other healthcare professionals as part of interdisciplinary team to optimize patient care and outcomes.
- Completed in-service project to aid in enhancing clinical knowledge, current research, and rehabilitation guidelines in regards to Facioscapulohumeral Dystrophy (FSHD): Created and presented PowerPoint presentation that analyzed FSHD etiology and clinical presentation, the most recent research and clinical practice guidelines regarding physical therapy for diagnosis, and 2 case presentations based on 2 patients that have been receiving therapy at the clinic.
Full-time Clinical Rotation: Sports/Orthopedic Outpatient Rehabilitation
2 Months- Progressed towards entry level as a student physical therapist by evaluating and treating 6-8 patients per day.
- Caseload composed of patients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular deficits/injury, and intra-articular pathologies. Patient population was very diverse in terms of PLOF and demographics.
- Managed diverse patient population with comorbidities including vestibular pathologies, cognitive deficits, anxiety/depression, and cardiopulmonary issues, tailoring treatment plans to individual needs.
- Completed in-service project to aid facility in enhancing EBP practice with modalities: Created and presented presentation that analyzed the history of modality use in physical therapy, the most recent research and clinical practice guidelines regarding use of modalities in present-day physical therapy, and newly-developed modalities that are currently being evaluated by researchers for future use.
Full-time Clinical Rotation: Skilled Nursing Facility Inpatient Rehabilitation
1 Month- Progressed towards entry level as a student physical therapist by evaluating and treating 4-6 patients per day.
- Caseload composed of patients with neurological deficits including Guillain-Barre Syndrome, diabetic neuropathy, CVA, SCIs, and various musculoskeletal injuries including post-surgical rehabilitation for joint replacements and degenerative arthropathies, and patients with multiple comorbidities including various cardiopulmonary issues, cardiovascular issues, advanced dementia, and anxiety/depression.
- Received recognition for demonstrating excellent interdisciplinary communication with other team members/healthcare professionals.
- Created user-friendly instructional materials for older-adult patients focusing on functional mobility based on specific impairments.
Part-time Clinical Experience: Outpatient Rehabilitation
1 Year 10 Months- Collaborated and communicated with clinical supervisor and peers to evaluate and treat patients with various neurological and orthopedic deficits.
- Guided second-year physical therapy students in treatment and management of patients as a third-year physical therapy student.
- Aided in guiding patient scheduling, managing patient records, student-faculty interactions, and front desk operations.
- Assisted in creating and implementing 5-year plan to improve quality of experience for clinical supervisors, students, and patients.
Full-time Clinical Rotation: Outpatient Rehabilitation
2 Months- Progressed towards entry level as a student physical therapist by evaluating and treating 3-6 patients per day.
- Caseload composed of patients with neurological deficits including cerebral palsy, various musculoskeletal injuries including post-surgical rehab for joint replacements and ligamentous reconstruction, and patients with multiple comorbidities including various cardiopulmonary issues and cardiovascular issues. Caseload also consisted of multiple direct access patients who required diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of unspecified pain and/or neurological symptoms.
- Led weekly 1-hour exercise sessions for Parkinson's Disease Program at local YMCA to promote an active lifestyle and well-being among patients with Parkinson's Disease.
Physical Therapy Technician
6 Months- Aided physical therapy assistants, physical therapists, and occupational therapists in outpatient setting by preparing treatment area, setting up therapy equipment, maintaining cleanliness of the clinic, assisting patient to and from treatment area, and managing the organization of patient medical records.
Specialist
5 Years 3 Months- Validated, organized, and entered patient's health information and medical records into an electronic health record system. Regulated accounts payable and collections in an online billing system while contacting patients when necessary.
- Greeted patients and enforced COVID-19 policies and procedures to maintain a safe and compliant healthcare environment.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Associate of Arts
Skills
Microsoft Office
BLS Provider - American Heart Association (Exp: 11/25)
Experience utilizing various EMR systems including WebPT
Gmed
Billing Dynamix
Prompt
MedBridge
MatrixCare
and Nethealth
Accomplishments
- Member of American Physical Therapy Association, NC Chapter (Winter 2022-Present)
- Converse College Dean's List (Fall 2017 - Spring 2021)
- Member of ALD and Mortar Board National Honor Societies (Spring 2018 - Spring 2021)
- Participant in SC IDeA Networks of Biomedical Research Excellence. Selected to present research at the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (Summer 2018)
- Recognized as "Spotlight of the Week" by executives for demonstrating exceptional communication skills and clinical skills at NHC Healthcare - Sumter (Winter 2024)
- Converse College Women's Basketball Representative for the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (Fall 2017 - Spring 2021)
- Member of Student Government Association at Converse College (Winter 2017 - Spring 2021)
Timeline
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Novant Health Physical Therapy
06.2025 - 10.2026Read More
Full-time Clinical Rotation: Outpatient Rehabilitation
Physical Therapy Center
09.2024 - 11.2024Read More
Full-time Clinical Rotation: Sports/Orthopedic Outpatient Rehabilitation
Physical Rehabilitation Group
06.2024 - 08.2024Read More
Full-time Clinical Rotation: Skilled Nursing Facility Inpatient Rehabilitation
NHC Healthcare
01.2024 - 02.2024Read More
Full-time Clinical Rotation: Outpatient Rehabilitation
Elite Integrated Therapy Centers
03.2023 - 05.2023Read More
Part-time Clinical Experience: Outpatient Rehabilitation
Wingate University Pro Bono Clinic
01.2022 - 11.2023Read More
Physical Therapy Technician
Sumter Physical Therapy
06.2021 - 12.2021Read More
Specialist
Sumter Gastroenterology
08.2016 - 11.2021Read More
Converse College
Bachelor of Science from Biology
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University of South Carolina - Sumter
Associate of Arts
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Wingate University
Doctor of Physical Therapy
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