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Michelle Reed

Summary

Dynamic physical therapist with 6 years comprehensive experience in diverse clinical settings, including acute hospital care, pelvic floor rehabilitation, orthopedics, and sports medicine. Proven ability to assess, design, and implement individualized treatment plans that enhance mobility, reduce pain, and improve quality of life. Consistently commended on positive attitude, strong work ethic, and dedication to professional development.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapist

Honor Health Deer Valley Hospital
07.2022 - Current
  • Delivered evidence-based care to diverse population in a Level I trauma hospital setting, treating post-operative, neurological, and medically complex patients
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, case managers, and speech and occupational therapists to coordinate discharge plans
  • Focused on early mobilization and functional independence to reduce length of stay
  • Advocated for appropriate assistive devices and home safety evaluations to reduce readmissions

Physical Therapist

Spooner
12.2021 - 04.2025
  • Maintained a high caseload of both pelvic health and general outpatient patients, consistently achieving patient goals and satisfaction
  • Launched implementation of a pelvic floor rehabilitation program, increasing patient referrals and clinic visibility. Full pelvic caseload of 10-14 patients per day within one month
  • Educated patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, injury prevention, ergonomics, and wellness strategies to support long-term recovery

Physical Therapist

OrthoArizona
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Provided comprehensive physical therapy services to adolescent and adult athletes of all levels
  • Conducted detailed musculoskeletal assessments to diagnose injuries, evaluate movement patterns, and create personalized treatment plans for optimal recovery.
  • Utilized advanced manual therapy techniques, dry needling, blood flow restriction therapy, sports taping, progressive loading, functional and sport-specific exercise programs to restore mobility, strength, and function.
  • Managed post-surgical recovery for athletes, including progressive rehabilitation and return-to-sport protocols, ensuring safe and effective reintegration
  • Collaborated with athletic trainers, coaches, and team physicians to provide coordinated care, ensure continuity of treatment, and optimize recovery timelines

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Northern Arizona University
Phoenix, AZ
12-2018

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2015

Skills

  • Acute care
  • Pre/post orthopedic surgery
  • Sports injury prevention and recovery
  • Pelvic floor and postpartum rehab
  • Dry needling certified
  • Manual therapy techniques
  • Home program design and patient education
  • Team collaboration and communication

Certification

  • Licensed Physical Therapist in AL and AZ
  • Active BLS
  • Herman and Wallace Pelvic Floor Level 1, 2022
  • Structure and Function Foundations in Dry Needling for Orthopedic Rehab and Sports Performance, 2020
  • Chain Reaction by Gray Institute, 2019

Timeline

Physical Therapist

Honor Health Deer Valley Hospital
07.2022 - Current

Physical Therapist

Spooner
12.2021 - 04.2025

Physical Therapist

OrthoArizona
01.2019 - 12.2021

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Northern Arizona University

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Arizona State University

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