McKenna Gray
San Diego,CA
Summary
Highly motivated, with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills. Eager to work in an ambitious and evolving clinical environment that promotes evidence-based techniques and compassionate care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Rotation
Stretch Affect
San Diego, CA
03.2025 - 05.2025
- 8-week-long clinical internship, entry-level
- Operated within cash-based sports medicine environment, integrating manual and con-ed treatment methods such as PRI and DNS.
- Conducted comprehensive musculoskeletal evaluations for patients with orthopedic and sports-related injuries.
- Developed and progressed individualized treatment plans using evidence-based interventions.
- Facilitated a Return to Running program complemented by evidence-based presentation on topic.
- Coordinated patient scheduling on Zenoti and documented interactions with PT HUB to support care progress and foster communication between practitioners.
Clinical Rotation
Empower NeuroRehab
San Diego, CA
01.2025 - 03.2025
- 8-week-long clinical internship, 75-100% caseload, entry level.
- Treated vestibular disorders, traumatic brain injury (TBI), stroke, spinal cord injury (SCI), Parkinson’s disease, and various central nervous system (CNS) disorders in an outpatient neuro setting.
- Implemented neuroplasticity-based interventions, including task-specific training and motor control strategies, to enhance patient recovery and reduce fall risk.
- Implemented vestibular rehabilitation protocols, including canalith repositioning and gaze stabilization exercises.
- In-service presented on "Perturbation Training for Neuro Patients."
- Integrated Heidi and IntakeQ for comprehensive documentation, with AI support.
Clinical Rotation
Kearny Mesa SNF
San Diego, CA
10.2024 - 12.2024
- 8-week-long clinical internship, 50-75% case load, advanced intermediate.
- Enhanced patient mobility and independence by implementing targeted interventions for bed mobility, transfers, gait, balance, and ADL function.
- Provided discharge HEP education to facilitate safe patient transitions.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists, nursing staff, and case managers to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.
- Conducted discharge planning on NetHealth to promote safe transitions to home, assisted living, or long-term care.
Clinical Rotation
UCSD Rancho Bernardo
San Diego, CA
08.2024 - 10.2024
- 8-week-long clinical internship, 50-75% case load, advanced intermediate.
- Instructed patients in therapeutic exercise programs to enhance strength, mobility, and proprioception.
- Applied manual therapy techniques, postural re-education, and neuromuscular re-education to address spinal asymmetries and balance deficits.
- Documented all sessions using EMRs such as EPIC and Medbridge to maintain timely and accurate clinical records.
- Presented in-service on "PNF and Orthopedic Applications."
Marketing Administrator
Balanced by Katie
San Diego, CA
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Managed daily online scheduling, appointment confirmations, and calendar updates for a cash-based physical therapy practice.
- Coordinated digital marketing campaigns using tools such as Canva, Mailchimp, and Instagram to promote services and client education.
- Maintained and updated client contact databases using PT Everywhere, ensuring seamless communication and follow-up.
- Designed branded content, including newsletters, social media posts, and digital handouts, to support clinic visibility and patient engagement.
- Tracked marketing performance metrics and implemented improvements based on outreach results and client feedback.
Clerkship
Catalyst, 4S Ranch
San Diego, CA
07.2023 - 08.2023
- 6-week-long clinical clerkship, 25%-50% case load.
- Conducted 3D movement assessments to identify mobility, stability, and motor control impairments during real-life tasks.
- Designed functional, multiplanar movement interventions using Applied Functional Science (AFS) principles.
- Performed manual therapy techniques such as joint mobilizations, myofascial release, and soft tissue mobilization to enhance patient recovery.
- Documented evaluations and daily notes using WebPT in a fast-paced outpatient setting.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
San Diego State University DPT Program
San Diego, CA05-2025
Bachelor of science - kinesiology
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo06-2021
Skills
- Technology: EPIC, Medbridge
- Patient education
- Patient-centered care
- Outpatient orthopedics
- Outpatient neuro
- Manual therapy
- Vestibular
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Taking NPTE, 07/29/25
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 06/05/23
Volunteer Experience
- Adapted Sports Physical Therapy, San Diego, CA, 06/22-current: Trained adapted athletes with rehab interventions and developed patient POC's under supervision from licensed physical therapists.
- Community Service, San Diego, CA, 01/01/22-current: Participate in regular community service local to San Diego (CAF, Life Rolls On, MCAP).
- W-o-W (Orientation) Leader, San Luis Obispo, CA, 09/01/18-09/30/18: Planned interactive agendas, employed time management skills, and created a flexible schedule for incoming freshman.
- Poly Fit, San Luis Obispo, CA, 12/01/18-03/01/19: Ran diagnostic examinations on Cal Poly students to determine their health and fitness levels.
Research
Running Research, SDSU, San Diego, CA, 01/01/23-05/01/25: Analyzing biomechanical effects of downhill running and injury history amongst female collegiate runners with instructor Dr. Rauh at San Diego State University.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Rotation
Stretch Affect
03.2025 - 05.2025
Clinical Rotation
Empower NeuroRehab
01.2025 - 03.2025
Clinical Rotation
Kearny Mesa SNF
10.2024 - 12.2024
Clinical Rotation
UCSD Rancho Bernardo
08.2024 - 10.2024
Marketing Administrator
Balanced by Katie
07.2023 - 07.2024
Clerkship
Catalyst, 4S Ranch
07.2023 - 08.2023
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
San Diego State University DPT Program
Bachelor of science - kinesiology
California Polytechnic State University
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