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Patrick J. McVeigh

Tacoma,WA

Summary

Accomplished, compassionate, and highly knowledgeable Doctor of Chiropractic, credited with 9 years of progressive experience serving as an evidence-based practitioner decisively solving problems with strong clinical judgment. To determine related conditions, provide expertise evaluating patients' neuromusculoskeletal systems and spine through chiropractic diagnosis. Illustrate diverse strengths in education through serving as an Anatomy and Physiology Teacher. Led lectures and laboratory courses in the Department of Anatomy, Physiology, and Microbiology including, but not limited to, Anatomy, Physiology, and other biological science courses, and additionally, served as an educator to the indigenous population in El Salvador providing proper lifting techniques and good spinal hygiene. Ignite collaborative communications with all members, clients, culturally diverse populations, and traditional healing practitioners to ensure transparency of information. Represent professionalism, integrity, and quality chiropractic maintenance and preventative care.

Experienced with patient diagnosis, treatment, and care management. Utilizes comprehensive medical knowledge to develop effective treatment plans and ensure patient well-being. Track record of strong communication skills and collaborative efforts in healthcare teams.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Doctor of Chiropractic (clinic Director)

Tacoma Mall Chiropractic
04.2023 - Current
  • Diagnosed and treated various medical conditions, ensuring patient well-being with comprehensive care plans.
  • Provided patient education to promote understanding of health conditions and treatment options.
  • Conducted thorough examinations to accurately diagnose illnesses and prescribe appropriate treatments.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate and empathetic care during consultations.
  • Increased patient trust by maintaining open communication and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Developed individualized care plans to meet specific health goals of patients.
  • Utilized advanced medical technology to diagnose and treat complex health conditions.
  • Conducted follow-up appointments to monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
  • Managed chronic illnesses to enhance quality of life for patients through ongoing monitoring and support.
  • Achieved positive clinical outcomes by staying current with medical research and best practices.

Doctor of Chiropractic

Harmony Health Chiropractic and Massage
04.2021 - 04.2023
  • Utilized clinical skills of health problems, patient medical history, and orthopedic tests as needed to diagnose and treat injuries, diseases, and joint fixations
  • Evaluated functioning of neuromuscular skeletal system and spine using systems of chiropractic diagnosis
  • Analyzed X-rays to locate sources of patients' difficulties and to rule out fractures or diseases
  • Obtained and recorded patient medical histories; and recommended and arranged for diagnostic procedures such as blood chemistry tests, saliva tests, x-rays, or other imaging procedures
  • Diagnosed patient conditions, ensuring optimal treatment plans with comprehensive evaluations.

Doctor of Chiropractic

The Joint Chiropractic
10.2018 - 04.2021
  • Diagnoses and treats sports injuries, joint fixations, and overuse injuries, utilizing clinical knowledge of orthopedic tests and musculoskeletal injury
  • Reviews symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health care measures
  • Delivers the highest quality patient-centered, evidence-based care to patients with neuromuscular and/or musculoskeletal conditions in a timely and cost-effective manner
  • Identifies health problems accurately, providing patient care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the promotion of health, prevention of illness, treatment of disease, and care at the end of life
  • Uses principles and processes for providing superior customer and personal services, including needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
  • Develop comprehensive plans for immediate and long-term rehabilitation, including therapeutic exercise; speech and occupational therapy; counseling; cognitive retraining; patient, family, and caregiver education; and community reintegration
  • Provides inter-professional educational opportunities for clinical trainees in chiropractic, medicine, and other healthcare disciplines

Anatomy and Physiology Teacher

NW Academy of Healing Arts
03.2016 - 02.2022
    • Leads lectures and laboratory courses in Anatomy, Physiology and Microbiology, including Anatomy, Physiology, and other biological science courses
    • Instructs and assists in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of course materials, effective teaching methodologies, and informed critical feedback on assignments and discussions
    • Establishes an environment conducive to student engagement by effectively planning and preparing for classes, responding quickly to student requests for assistance, and ensuring that students enjoy powerful learning experiences
    • Developed lesson plans to support diverse learning styles and foster academic growth.
    • Improved student engagement by implementing interactive teaching methods.
    • Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking and active participation.
    • Integrated technology into classroom activities to enhance educational experience.
    • Taught students fundamental concepts and improved learning with well-structured lesson plans.
    • Provided individualized support to students to facilitate understanding of complex topics.

Doctor of Chiropractic

Pearson Chiropractic
11.2016 - 02.2019
    • Utilized clinical skills of health problems, patient medical history, and orthopedic tests as needed to diagnose and treat injuries, diseases, and joint fixations

Doctor of Chiropractic

Family Chiropractic Center
04.2015 - 03.2016
    • Evaluated functioning of neuromuscular skeletal system and spine using systems of chiropractic diagnosis
    • Analyzed X-rays to locate sources of patients' difficulties and to rule out fractures or diseases
    • Obtained and recorded patient medical histories; and recommended and arranged for diagnostic procedures such as blood chemistry tests, saliva tests, x-rays, or other imaging procedures

Doctor of Chiropractic

(MOSS) Chiropractic Clinic
04.2014 - 04.2015
  • Diagnosed health problems by reviewing patients' health and medical histories; questioning, observing, and examining patients; and interpreting x-rays
  • Maintained accurate case histories of patients; and counseled them about nutrition, exercise, sleeping habits, stress management and other matters
  • Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes.
  • Treated acute and chronic conditions to reduce symptoms and improve health.
  • Completed routine physical exams and diagnostic tests to provide accurate diagnosis.

Doctor of Chiropractic

A & I Chiropractic
05.2013 - 04.2014
  • Performed a series of manual adjustments to the spine or other articulations of the body to correct the musculoskeletal system; and advised patients about recommended courses of treatment
  • Consulted with or referred patients to appropriate health practitioners when necessary
  • Diagnosed patient conditions, ensuring optimal treatment plans with comprehensive evaluations.

Director of Recruitment

Spinal Missions, Inc
01.2009 - 06.2012
  • Directed, developed, and managed a high-performing team while driving a culture of constant improvement, identifying and implementing projects to increase business-wide recruiting effectiveness and efficiency
  • Led strategic direction of the department and examined hiring trends in anticipation of the business's response to labor market changes such as shortages or surpluses of available labor
  • Utilized knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems

Education

Doctor of Chiropractic -

Life University
Marietta, GA
01.2013

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Excelsior College
Albany, NY
01.2012

Skills

  • Quality Patient Care
  • Patient and Student Educator
  • Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills
  • Cultural Competence
  • Graston Technique
  • COHE Registered Provider
  • Compassionate Care
  • Whole Body Health
  • Illness Prevention
  • Musculoskeletal Treatment
  • HVLA Adjusting
  • Low Force Adjusting
  • Instrument Adjusting
  • Teaching Health education
  • Referral to Other Medical Providers
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • Medical documentation
  • Diagnostic skills
  • Patient safety
  • Health promotion
  • Healthcare collaboration
  • Preventive care
  • Clinical protocols
  • Patient-centered care
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Medical knowledge
  • Patient satisfaction
  • Health assessment
  • Medical imaging
  • Diagnosis and treatment
  • Physical examination
  • Teaching and mentoring

Selected Achievements

  • Organized several mission trips to El Salvador, which involved meeting with civic leaders from different municipalities around the country. Educated the indigenous population in El Salvador about proper lifting techniques and good spinal hygiene; and trained attendees of mission trips on proper treatment techniques and red flags for contraindications of care.
  • Conducted briefings about trip orientation, covering multiple subjects such as airline or flight information, transportation and shuttle services, itinerary, Code of Conduct, attendance rosters, manifests, group assignments, communication assets, and behavioral guidelines.
  • Facilitated field and classroom training on subjects such as immediate triage, bandage application, splinting, structure removal equipment, sterile field, AED equipment, extremity adjusting, pediatric adjusting, and cultural sensitivity in Latin America.
  • Researched several databases, including PubMed resource that comprises more than 27 million citations for biomedical literature from MEDLINE, life science journals, and online books.
  • Initiated collaborative efforts to coordinate and deliver excellent healthcare services and education to patients as Director of Recruitment.
  • Increased frequency of patient visits as well as patient retention as Doctor of Chiropractic.
  • Built healthy relationships with culturally diverse populations and traditional healing practitioners.
  • Promoted mutual respect between practitioners and created harmony between healthcare disciplines.
  • Liaised with non-government organizations, government officials, community representatives, and media.

Professional Licenses Associations Computer Skills

Chiropractic License, Washington, 2013-present, ChiroTouch, PostureRay, Opal RAD, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Practice Studio

Timeline

Doctor of Chiropractic (clinic Director)

Tacoma Mall Chiropractic
04.2023 - Current

Doctor of Chiropractic

Harmony Health Chiropractic and Massage
04.2021 - 04.2023

Doctor of Chiropractic

The Joint Chiropractic
10.2018 - 04.2021

Doctor of Chiropractic

Pearson Chiropractic
11.2016 - 02.2019

Anatomy and Physiology Teacher

NW Academy of Healing Arts
03.2016 - 02.2022

Doctor of Chiropractic

Family Chiropractic Center
04.2015 - 03.2016

Doctor of Chiropractic

(MOSS) Chiropractic Clinic
04.2014 - 04.2015

Doctor of Chiropractic

A & I Chiropractic
05.2013 - 04.2014

Director of Recruitment

Spinal Missions, Inc
01.2009 - 06.2012

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Excelsior College

Doctor of Chiropractic -

Life University
Patrick J. McVeigh