Michelle Fuentes
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Pediatric physical therapist with 15+ years of experience providing evidence-based care across outpatient, hospital, school-based, and community settings. Skilled in evaluating and treating children with complex medical needs, developmental delays, and neurologic and orthopedic conditions. Specialized training in neurodevelopmental treatment (NDT), serial casting, and pediatric pelvic floor therapy. Dedicated to caregiver education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and improving functional outcomes for children.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Clinical Director
Pediatric Therapy Associates
06.2014 - Current
- Provide direct outpatient PT for children with orthopedic, neurologic, and developmental diagnoses.
- Mentor and train therapists on best practices in clinical assessments and therapeutic techniques.
- Implement specialty interventions and clinical programs including pelvic floor therapy, serial casting, and neurodevelopmental treatment (NDT).
- Collaborate with OT, ST, and families to promote functional mobility, gross motor development, and independence.
- Established training programs for therapists, fostering a culture of professional development and excellence.
Physical Therapist
Methodist Children's Hospital
06.2009 - 09.2021
- Provided PT in acute care, outpatient pediatrics, and developmental follow-up for NICU graduates.
- Evaluated and treated infants and children with complex medical and developmental diagnoses..
- Specialized in developmental follow-up for NICU graduates and children with complex medical needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and rehabilitation strategies.
Lead Program Director
Kinetic Kids
09.2010 - 07.2021
- Directed adaptive sports and fine arts programs for children with disabilities at a large nonprofit.
- Oversaw operations, hiring, training, and supervision of program staff.
- Developed and expanded recreational programming serving hundreds of children annually.
- Collaborated with community partners, volunteers, and therapists to ensure safe, inclusive participation.
- Incorporated therapeutic principles to promote mobility, strength, coordination, and social participation.
Pediatric Physical Therapist
Therapy Links
06.2009 - 06.2014
- Delivered outpatient PT, early intervention (ECI), and school-based services.
- Focused on improving functional mobility, independence, and participation in daily activities.
Education
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX01-2009
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX01-2007
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical operations
- Direct patient care
Timeline
Assistant Clinical Director
Pediatric Therapy Associates
06.2014 - Current
Lead Program Director
Kinetic Kids
09.2010 - 07.2021
Physical Therapist
Methodist Children's Hospital
06.2009 - 09.2021
Pediatric Physical Therapist
Therapy Links
06.2009 - 06.2014
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
Texas State University
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences
University of Texas At Austin
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