MIA SMITH
Physical Therapy
Alexandria,LA
Summary
Motivated Student Physical Therapist with good relationship-building, communication and multitasking abilities. Knowledgeable about applying evidence-based practices to rehabilitate patients. Detail-oriented and reliable with a hardworking nature. Seeking a physical therapy position with a reputable company to expand my knowledge and expertise, provide patient-centered care, and utilize skills and experience gained throughout the DPT curriculum.
Overview
1
1
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Student physical therapist
RRMC Rehabilitation Center Rehabilitation Services
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
- Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment program's for improved at-home support.
- Discussed rehabilitation and reconditioning options to improve patients' function and quality of life.
- Evaluated patient strength and range of motion to devise personalized regimes.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
Student physical therapist
EDGE Physical Therapy
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Planned and carried out individually designed skilled physical therapy treatments to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning and alleviate pain under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
- Assessed patient needs through physical exams and evaluations to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes
- Educated families and patients on proper body mechanics and self-care practices to improve long-term outcomes.
Student physical therapist
ELITE Physical Therapy
- Future Experience: 01/2024 - 02/2024
Physical Therapy Tech
Louisiana Physical Therapy Centers of Pineville, LLC
07.2018 - 09.2020
- Executed interventions of modalities or exercise as directed by therapist or assistant.
- Monitored patient's safety and response to exercise intensity to discuss with therapist or assistant.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
- Assisted with reception duties like scheduling patients and completing follow up calls.
- Team communication to aid in carrying out effective treatment plans.
TRX MBODY Fitness Coach
FIXX Cycling Studio
05.2019 - 09.2020
- Lead group fitness classes (yoga, TRX, and cycling) and offered one-on-one personal training session's,
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients.
- Maintained clean and organized workout environment to enhance overall fitness experience.
Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
LSU Health Shreveport
05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Louisiana State University At Alexandria
Alexandria, LA05.2021
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Professionalism
- CPR/AED
- Active listening and communication
- Collecting Vitals
- Time Management
- Adaptability
Certification
- Dry Needling Pro Level 1 Certified
- AHA BLS/CPR Certified
- TRX MBody Coaching Certification
Research Presentations
Caroline Hughs, SPT, Mia Smith, SPT, Erin McCallister, PT, DPT, Daniel W. Flowers, PT, DPT, PhD. Does a Hip Activation Home Exercise Program Change Performance on the Forward Step Down test? APTA Louisiana 2023 Fall Meeting, Baton Rouge, LA, 08/2023,
- Won best platform presentation
- Corresponding manuscript submitted for review to Clinical Biomechanics and Journal of Sport Rehabilitation – pending.
Erin McCallister, PT, DPT, Mia Smith, SPT, Nicholas Russell, PT, DPT. Comparison of the Plug-in-Gait and Conventional Gait Model 2 Outputs During Kinematic Analysis of Cycling. APTA Louisiana 2023 Fall Meeting, Baton Rouge, LA, 08/2023
Nicholas Russell, PT, DPT, Mia Smith, SPT, Erin McCallister, PT, DPT. Changes in Lumbar Muscle Activation During Three Cycling Cadences Measured by surface electromyography. APTA Louisiana 2023 Fall Meeting, Baton Rouge, LA, 08/2023
Availability
May 2024 pending graduation/licensure examination.
References
- Justin Boyd PT, DPT, OCS, 504-201-1201, Jmboyddpt@gmail.com
- Eric Ingram PT, DPT, SCS, 318-518-8911, Ericingrampt@me.com
- Kavita Patel PTA, 318-623-6588, kavita.s.patel@gmail.com
- LeighAnn Conella PT, 318-446-1090, Leighann.connella@gmail.com
- Stacey McMicken’s, 318-3086146, stacey@s3training.com
Timeline
Student physical therapist
RRMC Rehabilitation Center Rehabilitation Services
10.2023 - 12.2023
Student physical therapist
EDGE Physical Therapy
08.2023 - 10.2023
TRX MBODY Fitness Coach
FIXX Cycling Studio
05.2019 - 09.2020
Physical Therapy Tech
Louisiana Physical Therapy Centers of Pineville, LLC
07.2018 - 09.2020
Student physical therapist
ELITE Physical Therapy
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
LSU Health Shreveport
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Louisiana State University At Alexandria
- Dry Needling Pro Level 1 Certified
- AHA BLS/CPR Certified
- TRX MBody Coaching Certification
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