Mandi Porter
Rockledge
Summary
Doctor of Physical Therapy with 19+ years of experience across acute care hospitals, inpatient/outpatient settings, skilled nursing, and specialty populations. Strong background in early mobilization, medical complexity, wound care, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced using Epic documentation, providing pelvic floor physical therapy, and supervising support staff. Adaptable clinician with extensive experience across healthcare systems due to military spouse relocations. Seeking full-time acute care physical therapist position.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Physical Therapist
Doctor of Women's Health
Melbourne
12.2024 - Current
- Provide pelvic floor physical therapy for pregnancy, postpartum, post-surgical, incontinence, and sexual health conditions
- Assisted in piloting pediatric pelvic floor treatment programs, adapting interventions for developmental and medical needs
- Performed comprehensive evaluations, internal/external assessments, and individualized treatment planning.
- Quickly transitioned into a fully independent caseload, demonstrating clinical competence and efficiency
INTENSIVE PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Ability Plus Therapy
Melbourne
05.2019 - Current
- Provided intensive physical therapy to patients with complex neurological and medical diagnoses
- Managed high-acuity cases requiring clinical judgment, safety awareness, and adaptability
- Conducted telehealth sessions with emphasis on patient safety, caregiver education, and functional carryover
- Collaborated with families and multidisciplinary providers to optimize functional outcomes
STAFF PHYSICAL THERAPIST / PROGRAM DIRECTOR
The Therapy Place, Inc.
Columbia
04.2013 - 09.2018
- Full-time PT in outpatient and specialty programs
- Director of TheraSuit Method Program
- Clinical instructor for 2-3 students annually
- Managed complex caseloads and documentation requirements
- Developed strong collaboration with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary providers
INPATIENT / OUTPATIENT PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Baptist Memorial Hospital - Golden Triangle
Columbus
04.2012 - 02.2013
- Float therapist between acute care and outpatient hospital settings
- Managed diverse caseload across pediatric through geriatric populations
- Provided bed mobility, transfer training, gait training, balance activities, and functional strengthening
- Participated in discharge planning and DME recommendations
- Supervised PTAs and assisted with training rehab technicians
- Maintained productivity and documentation standards while delivering high-quality patient care
CONTRACT / PER DIEM PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Sunbelt Staffing
08.2008 - 01.2012
- Contract PT in an 80-bed skilled nursing facility
- Maintained 80-85% productivity
- Treated patients with orthopedic, neurological, oncologic, cardiopulmonary, and cognitive diagnoses
- Utilized modalities, manual therapy, orthotics, and lift/standing devices
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings and cotreatments to support functional outcomes and safe discharge
- Laurel Creek Health Center, CA
FLOAT ACUTE CARE PHYSICAL THERAPIST
St. Luke's Rehabilitation
07.2007 - 06.2008
- Float PT covering 2-3 acute care hospitals, adapting quickly to varied units and patient acuity levels
- Treated neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients with orthopedic, neurological, trauma, cardiopulmonary, and medical diagnoses
- Provided early mobilization, functional mobility training, and discharge planning in fast-paced hospital environments
- Completed 300+ hours of neonatal intensive care training and experience
- Collaborated closely with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe patient progression and discharge readiness
- Multiple Acute Care Hospitals - WA
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Eastern Washington University
06.2007
Bachelor of Exercise Science - Pre-Physical Therapy
Mississippi University for Women
05.2004
Skills
- Acute Care & Trauma Hospital-Based Physical Therapy
- Early Mobilization (ICU, Step-Down, Med-Surg)
- Lines, Tubes, Drains, Wound VACs
- Discharge Planning & DME Recommendations
- Orthopedic, Neurologic, Cardiopulmonary, Trauma Diagnoses
- NICU evaluation and treatment
- Bed Mobility
- Transfers
- Gait & Balance Training
- Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
- Epic Electronic Medical Record Documentation
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Patient & Caregiver Education
- Supervision of PTAs & Rehab Technicians
- BLS / CPR
- Basic Medical Spanish
- Wound Care & Wound VAC Experience
Certification
- Licensed Physical Therapist
- BLS/CPR Certified
Personal Information
Title: DPT
Career Note
Multiple geographic relocations due to military spouse status, resulting in contract, per diem, and transitional roles across states and healthcare systems. Demonstrated adaptability and consistent clinical performance across diverse environments.
Certifications And Skills
- BLS / CPR - Current
- Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
- Wound Care & Wound VAC Experience
- Epic EMR Documentation
- TheraSuit Method Certification
- Basic Medical Spanish (Conversational; not fluent)
Timeline
Staff Physical Therapist
Doctor of Women's Health
12.2024 - Current
INTENSIVE PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Ability Plus Therapy
05.2019 - Current
STAFF PHYSICAL THERAPIST / PROGRAM DIRECTOR
The Therapy Place, Inc.
04.2013 - 09.2018
INPATIENT / OUTPATIENT PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Baptist Memorial Hospital - Golden Triangle
04.2012 - 02.2013
CONTRACT / PER DIEM PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Sunbelt Staffing
08.2008 - 01.2012
FLOAT ACUTE CARE PHYSICAL THERAPIST
St. Luke's Rehabilitation
07.2007 - 06.2008
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Eastern Washington University
Bachelor of Exercise Science - Pre-Physical Therapy
Mississippi University for Women