Melissa O'Connor
Spokane,WA
Summary
Experienced Physical Therapist with 15+ years of experience across home health, skilled nursing, and inpatient rehabilitation. Known for strong patient assessment, effective communication, and team collaboration. Delivered care for medically complex and neurological patients while supporting discharge planning and clinical continuity.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist, PRN
Providence St. Luke's
Spokane, WA
07.2025 - Current
- Evaluated patients with complex medical, neurological, orthopedic, and functional impairments
- Provided intensive therapeutic interventions to improve strength, balance, endurance, mobility, and functional independence
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings and contributed to discharge planning
- Job-shared a primary PT role on SCI unit from 09/25-2/26 for a FTE on maternity leave
- Recommended and ordered DME from vendors
Physical Therapist
Pennant Services - Manito Home Health
Spokane, WA
05.2025 - Current
- Assessed home health patients for mobility, strength, and balance needs
- Helped create individualized treatment plans for homebound patients
- Worked with nurses and physicians regarding symptom management and medication reconciliation
- Recorded visits, progress notes, and care plans in clinical records
Physical Therapist
Providence VNA Home Health
Spokane, WA
06.2015 - 05.2025
- Evaluated home health patients for mobility, strength, and balance needs
- Developed individualized treatment plans for a variety of diagnoses
- Documented visits, progress notes, and care plans in clinical records
Physical Therapist
Intrepid Home Health
Spokane, WA
01.2013 - 06.2015
- Evaluated home health patients for mobility, strength, and balance needs
- Assessed home environments for fall risks and adaptive equipment needs
- Designed treatment program to achieve established goals
Physical Therapist
Family Home Care
Spokane, WA
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Evaluated home health patients for mobility, strength, and balance needs
- Coordinated discharge planning and continued therapy support for patients
- Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities
Physical Therapist, PRN
Avalon Care Center
Spokane, WA
09.2008 - 01.2013
- Conducted evaluations for patients with acute, chronic, orthopedic, neurological, and medically complex conditions
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient diagnoses and provided therapeutic interventions for improving functional independence
Physical Therapist, Rehab Director
Aegis Therapies
Lacey, WA
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Directed day-to-day operations of Panorama City's SNF therapy department
- Supervised, mentored, and evaluated rehab staff and supported professional development
- Ensured compliance with Medicare/Medicaid, state regulations, facility policies, and payer requirements
Physical Therapist, Team Leader
Aegis Therapies
Spokane, WA
08.2008 - 01.2011
- Conducted comprehensive PT evaluations for patients with acute, chronic, orthopedic, neurological, and medically complex conditions
- Developed treatment plans and designed therapeutic interventions for improving functional independence
- Assisted rehabilitation director in day to day operations at St. Joseph's Care Center SNF
Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
A.T. Still University
Mesa, AZ08-2008
Master of Science - Kinesiology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2004
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2002
Skills
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Durable equipment ordering
- Discharge planning
- Patient assessment
- Interdisciplinary coordination
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Physical Therapist, PRN
Providence St. Luke's
07.2025 - Current
Physical Therapist
Pennant Services - Manito Home Health
05.2025 - Current
Physical Therapist
Providence VNA Home Health
06.2015 - 05.2025
Physical Therapist
Intrepid Home Health
01.2013 - 06.2015
Physical Therapist
Family Home Care
01.2012 - 01.2013
Physical Therapist, Rehab Director
Aegis Therapies
01.2011 - 01.2012
Physical Therapist, PRN
Avalon Care Center
09.2008 - 01.2013
Physical Therapist, Team Leader
Aegis Therapies
08.2008 - 01.2011
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
A.T. Still University
Master of Science - Kinesiology
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Arizona State University