Michael T Laurendi
Ft. Lauderdale
Summary
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with a Bachelor of Business Administration and 5+ years of combined clinical and business experience. Skilled in patient care, client relations, operational support, and sales. Adept at cross-functional collaboration, EMR documentation, and process improvement. Seeking to leverage healthcare expertise and business acumen in a corporate or administrative healthcare role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant
LJAFFE PLLC / Broward County Schools
04.2023 - 06.2025
- Delivered pediatric physical therapy sessions for 50+ students weekly, supporting individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with school staff and parents to enhance mobility and functional outcomes.
- Maintained accurate EMR documentation and compliance with HIPAA standards.
SPTA Clinical rotation
Dr. Physio Therapy and Wellness
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Responsible for caseload, working with patients with varying neurological impairments in several settings such as: outpatient orthopedic, outpatient neuro, assisted living facility, skilled nursing facility, and aquatics.
- Tasks included ADLs, balance, proprioception, kinesthetic awareness, monitoring vitals, neuromuscular re-education, and documentation.
- Participated in administering Physical therapy evaluative tests under the direct supervision of a Physical therapist. TUG, 6-min walk, Stand and reach.
SPTA Clinical rotation
Apollo Rehab
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Provided the use of modalities (heat, ice, E-stim, Ultrasound, compression & traction), manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, manual muscle testing, and goniometric measurements under the supervision of a PT.
- The patient population consisted mainly of post-operative adults, with some experience with pediatric patients in an outpatient setting. Working on core, strengthening, and gait deficits.
Technician & Front Desk Coordinator
Santiso Physical Therapy
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Managed scheduling for 50+ daily patients, optimizing clinic flow and reducing wait times.
- Coordinated insurance verification, billing support, and front-desk operations.
- Assisted PTs with therapy modalities and exercises, improving patient experience.
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
Keysource Medical
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Built relationships with healthcare providers to promote pharmaceutical products.
- Supported territory sales efforts through consultative selling and product education.
- Goal-oriented and driven to deliver measurable sales results in competitive markets.
Business Development Representative
Garland Technology
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Prospected and generated leads in the tech sector, contributing to pipeline growth.
- Partnered with marketing teams on outreach campaigns, increasing qualified leads.
- Consistently exceeded targets through a results-driven approach and focused on growth opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Niagara University
Niagara Falls, NY05.2018
Physical Therapy Assistant - undefined
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL01.2023
Skills
- Patient Care & Client Relations
- EMR Systems (WebPT, Microsoft Office Suite)
- Scheduling & Workflow Optimization
- Data Tracking & Reporting
- Business Development & Sales
- Support Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Clinical reasoning
Accomplishments
- Vice President, Cohort 58 – Keiser University
Elected student leader responsible for coordinating academic initiatives, supporting peer success, and fostering community engagement within the cohort. - Recipient, Hobey Baker Sportsmanship Award
Recognized for exemplary character, leadership, and sportsmanship on and off the ice; awarded to student-athletes who demonstrate integrity and respect in athletics. - Captain, Niagara University Rugby Team
Led team strategy, motivation, and performance; served as a liaison between coaches and teammates while promoting discipline, teamwork, and resilience. - Community of the Mission Scholarship Recipient
Earned merit-based scholarship awarded for academic excellence, leadership, and community service aligned with the university’s mission. - Fundraiser & Cyclist, Ride for Roswell Cancer Research
Rode over 120 miles and raised thousands of dollars to support cutting-edge cancer research, demonstrating commitment, endurance, and community impact.
Certification
- AED/CPR certified
- License Number: PTA32668
Timeline
Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant
LJAFFE PLLC / Broward County Schools
04.2023 - 06.2025
SPTA Clinical rotation
Dr. Physio Therapy and Wellness
10.2022 - 12.2022
SPTA Clinical rotation
Apollo Rehab
08.2022 - 09.2022
Technician & Front Desk Coordinator
Santiso Physical Therapy
06.2019 - 06.2021
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
Keysource Medical
01.2019 - 05.2019
Business Development Representative
Garland Technology
06.2018 - 12.2018
Physical Therapy Assistant - undefined
Keiser University
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Niagara University
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