MaryEllen Targonski PT, DPT
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Physical Therapist with four years of diverse experience across continuum of care, seeking to pursue Master of Business Administration to facilitate a transition into the Consulting sector.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Wound Care Clinician
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
11.2025 - Current
- Evaluated and treated acute and chronic wounds as part of interdisciplinary team within Grady Healthcare system.
- Educated bedside healthcare providers on pressure injury prevention to enhance patient outcomes.
- Reduced corrective hospital expenditures through effective wound management education and training.
- Assessed wound care needs collaboratively, ensuring comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
Physical Therapist
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
01.2023 - 10.2025
- Served as key liaison across interdisciplinary teams to align on care outcomes for patients across the continuum of care within the Grady Health System.
- Specialized experience with intensive care, skilled nursing, and outpatient wound care settings.
- Educated fellow rehabilitation staff members and physical therapy students on complex outcome measures and assessment tools for evaluation of those with traumatic brain injuries.
Physical Therapist
Emory Rehabilitation
Atlanta, GA
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Part-time Physical Therapist with floating responsibilities across the rehabilitation hospital system.
- Evaluated, assessed, and created specialized treatment plans for those with neurological diagnoses.
- Implemented evidence-based therapy techniques to enhance patient mobility and quality of life.
Physical Therapist
Shepherd Center
Atlanta, GA
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Part-time Physical Therapist with floating responsibilities across the rehabilitation hospital system.
- Specific collaboration with physical rehabilitation and medicine teams for adult and adolescent spinal cord injury and brain injury patient populations.
Physical Therapist
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
Chicago, Illinois
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed caseload of medically complex patients, including organ transplant, stroke, and post-COVID conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance care plans and monitor patient outcomes.
- Delivered data-informed case presentations utilizing internal analytics systems.
- Developed communication strategies for families and caregivers to promote long-term engagement.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Duke University School of Medicine
Durham, NC05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Evolutionary Anthropology
Duke University
Durham, NC05-2018
Skills
- Case management expertise
- Interpersonal communication
- Critical thinking skills
- Time management strategies
- Clinical data analysis
- Hospital systems operations
Timeline
Wound Care Clinician
Grady Memorial Hospital
11.2025 - Current
Physical Therapist
Grady Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - 10.2025
Physical Therapist
Emory Rehabilitation
06.2022 - 01.2023
Physical Therapist
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
06.2021 - 06.2022
Physical Therapist
Shepherd Center
06.2021 - 06.2022
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Duke University School of Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - Evolutionary Anthropology
Duke University