Melissa Menapace
Arvada,CO
Summary
Licensed Outpatient Physical Therapist with several years of diverse experience across multiple settings. Former division 1 soccer player passionate about improving movement and managing pain after injuries, illnesses, or surgeries. Skilled in listening to patients, observing movements, and developing tailored treatment plans. Well-versed in establishing clear goals, evidence-based care, and fostering collaborative patient-therapist relationships.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Outpatient Physical Therapist
Rocky Mountain Physical Therapy
Thornton, CO
05.2024 - Current
- Emphasis on communication, marketing, education, and leadership.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, including becoming a clinical instructor, workshops and conferences, and marketing to physicians, to stay current with advancements in physical therapy.
- Expanded knowledge and working with patients with new populations of patients with vestibular, neurologic, and balance disorders, implementing new treatment strategies.
- Assisted in developing strategic plans to increase utilization rates within the department as well as expanding services offered.
Licensed Outpatient Physical Therapist
Select Physical Therapy
Westminster, CO
08.2020 - 04.2024
- Helped patients regain mobility by focusing on holistic methods.
Licensed Outpatient Physical Therapist
Crafted Physical Therapy
Longmont, CO
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Treated athletes and chronic pain patients using Maitland spinal techniques.
Licensed Outpatient Physical Therapist
ATI Physical Therapy
Newton, MA
02.2017 - 07.2019
- Evaluated and treated patients in a fast-paced sports focused clinic with emphasis on post-operative cases in athletes of all ages.
Licensed Outpatient Physical Therapist
Achieve Physical Therapy, LLC
Sudbury, MA
09.2015 - 11.2016
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding diagnosis, prognosis, treatments, and home exercise programs in a fast-paced outpatient orthopedic setting.
Fitzgerald Physical Therapy Associates
Woburn, MA
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Enhanced performance of athletes through the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill.
Inpatient Physical Therapy Student
Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
Burlington, MA
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Conducted evaluations for post-operative and post-trauma patients, specifically following total knee arthroscopy (TKA) and total hip arthroscopy (THA).
- Observed the intricacies of THA surgeries.
- Planned for discharges and communicated findings and progress in detailed reports.
Off-Season Sports & Physical Therapy
N. Andover, MA
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Utilized gait analysis to prevent injuries in young athletes and marathon participants.
Education
Bachelor of Rehabilitation Sciences -
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
Boston, MA05-2015
Doctor in Physical Therapy, DPT -
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
Boston, MA05.2015
Skills
- Clinical Instruction and Mentorship to students and new graduates
- Marketing Strategy Development
- Orthopedic Specialist
- Strong Empathy Skills
- Detail-oriented
- Physically fit
- Effective Time Management
Certification
- CPR / BLS Certified
- Graston Technique Certified
- Certified in Maitland MT-2 Spinal Series(MAPS)
- Barbell Rehab Method Certified (BRMC)
Affiliations
- Volunteer and participant at Faustman Lab to find a cure for type 1 diabetes at Massachusetts General Hospital
- Volunteer as a soccer coach for children with disabilities
- Volunteer as swimming coach for underprivileged children in Boston
- Volunteer as recruiting coach for Framingham State College Women's Soccer team
About Me
Wellness enthusiast who loves fitness and nutrition. I am an avid snowboarder who set out to snowboard 100 days in 2022-2023 season while working full time. Outdoor enthusiast who is hiking all of Colorado 14er mountains. On quieter days I enjoy taking my senior Rhodesian Ridgeback dog, Porter, on adventures.
Timeline
Licensed Outpatient Physical Therapist
Rocky Mountain Physical Therapy
05.2024 - Current
Licensed Outpatient Physical Therapist
Select Physical Therapy
08.2020 - 04.2024
Licensed Outpatient Physical Therapist
Crafted Physical Therapy
08.2019 - 07.2020
Licensed Outpatient Physical Therapist
ATI Physical Therapy
02.2017 - 07.2019
Licensed Outpatient Physical Therapist
Achieve Physical Therapy, LLC
09.2015 - 11.2016
Fitzgerald Physical Therapy Associates
01.2015 - 12.2015
Inpatient Physical Therapy Student
Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
01.2014 - 12.2014
Off-Season Sports & Physical Therapy
01.2014 - 12.2014
- CPR / BLS Certified
- Graston Technique Certified
- Certified in Maitland MT-2 Spinal Series(MAPS)
- Barbell Rehab Method Certified (BRMC)
Bachelor of Rehabilitation Sciences -
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
Doctor in Physical Therapy, DPT -
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
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