Megan Struck
Doctor Of Physical Therapy And Adjunct Professor
Hinton
Summary
Enthusiastic medical profeional and adjunct professor with extensive expertise in educating patients and students alike to understand the human body, normal physiological responses, and different disease processees, with a strong command of interpersonal skills and making all feel welcome and valued. Recognized for fostering a supportive learning environment and enhancing the educational experience for both professors and students. Committed to promoting classroom engagement and ensuring long-term student success through innovative teaching strategies and personalized support. Passionate about inspiring students to achieve academic and professional goals while cultivating a collaborative atmosphere in the classroom.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rehabilitation Director
Blue Stone Therapy
07.2025 - Current
- Rehabilitation Director of multiple assisted living and independent living facilities
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients based on
assessment results and rehabilitation goals. - Implemented therapeutic exercises to improve patient mobility and strength effectively.
- Educated patients and families on injury prevention and home
exercise programs to support recovery. - Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and optimize patient outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Improved patient mobility by developing personalized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Served as an advocate for patient needs within the healthcare
system, working closely with insurance providers when necessary.
Adjunct Professor, Anatomy and Physiology
Western Iowa Tech Community College
08.2024 - Current
- Developed and delivered engaging lectures on human anatomy and physiology concepts.
- Facilitated active learning through hands-on laboratory sessions and interactive discussions.
- Assessed student performance through comprehensive examinations and practical evaluations.
- Mentored students, providing guidance on academic and career pathways in healthcare.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
- Increased student retention by providing individualized support and tailored feedback on assignments.
- Cultivated strong relationships with colleagues, participating in interdisciplinary initiatives aimed at enhancing the academic experience for students.
Adjunct Professor of Human Anatomy
Morningside University
08.2022 - Current
- Developed and delivered engaging course content to enhance student learning experiences.
- Facilitated classroom discussions and activities, promoting critical thinking and collaborative learning among students.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback to support academic growth.
- Mentored and advised students on academic pathways and career opportunities, fostering professional development.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
Rehabilitation Director
Good Care at Home Rehab
06.2022 - 07.2025
- Rehabilitation Director for multiple local assistive living and independent living facilities around Sioux City, Iowa
- Physical therapist providing assessment and interventions for a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary disorders and injuries
- Responsible for scheduling every patient appointment for physical therapist and physical therapy assistants
- Communicates regularly with nursing staff, referring physicians, and family members regarding patient care and progress
PRN Physical Therapist
Floyd Valley Healthcare
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Primary physical therapist for care of all pelvic health referrals, including urinary and bowel incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, and pelvic floor dysfunction
- Physical therapist for rural skilled nursing facility, specializing in geriatric care
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Physical therapist
Therapeutic Health Services
02.2019 - 05.2022
- Physical therapist provided assessment and interventions for a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary disorders and injuries
- Practicied in settings including outpatient, inpatient, home health, skilled nursing, and long term care facilities
- Involved a great amount of patient education on the course of the disease/injury, reasoning behind each intervention, and likelihood of successful outcomes
- Communicating with other healthcare professionals including physical therapists, nurses, doctors, and surgeons regarding the patient and progress of care
- Prescribing exercise as medicine to facilitate healing and recovery as well as utilizing hands-on manual therapy and use of modalities to assist in relieving pain while improving mobility and function
- Developed tailored rehabilitation programs to enhance patient mobility and strength.
- Educated patients on injury prevention and self-management techniques for long-term recovery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and therapy effectiveness.
Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Morningside College (University)
05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
Morningside College (University)
05.2016
Skills
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking
- Organization
- Intrinsically motivated
- Electronic literacy
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Empathy
- Creativity
Certification
Licensed physical therapist in the state of Iowa
Affiliations
American Physical Therapy Association
Research
- Evolving Physical Therapy Treatment in Arm Pain of an Adolescent Throwing Athlete: A traditional Case Report
- Is There a Relationship Between Sleep and Pain, Fatigue, Function, and Psychological Measures in Women with Fibromyalgia and Healthy Controls?
Timeline
Rehabilitation Director
Blue Stone Therapy
07.2025 - Current
Adjunct Professor, Anatomy and Physiology
Western Iowa Tech Community College
08.2024 - Current
Adjunct Professor of Human Anatomy
Morningside University
08.2022 - Current
Rehabilitation Director
Good Care at Home Rehab
06.2022 - 07.2025
PRN Physical Therapist
Floyd Valley Healthcare
06.2022 - 07.2023
Physical therapist
Therapeutic Health Services
02.2019 - 05.2022
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Morningside College (University)
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
Morningside College (University)
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