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Samantha Kuhnapfel

Summary

Enthusiastic and motivated Doctor of Physical Therapy Student with 9+ years of diverse professional experience. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges. A hardworking and passionate individual ultimately committed to providing people with high-quality care.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bakery Clerk / Cake Decorator

Pat's Marketplace
06.2015 - Current
  • Prioritizes, plans, and coordinates orders to ensure on-time completion.
  • Assists customers with planning cake vision by asking questions and actively listening.
  • Provides an enthusiastic approach to customer service.
  • Handles a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment, all while maintaining attention to detail and customer satisfaction.
  • Assembles and decorates up to 70+ cakes a shift.
  • Handles opening and closing procedures, as well as maintains a clean working environment.

Student Physical Therapist (Clinical Experience)

Brookside Multicare Nursing Center
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Provided skilled care under the guidance of my CI to a diverse patient population within the subacute rehab setting.
  • Evaluated patient strength, range of motion, balance, and gait to devise personalized regimes.
  • Educated patients on injury prevention strategies and home exercise programs, empowering them to take charge of their own health.
  • Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting treatment approaches as needed to ensure optimal results.
  • Documented patient progress accurately and thoroughly in accordance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and advancements in physical therapy practice.
  • Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.

Physical Therapy Aide

Mary Cardello Physical Therapy
06.2021 - 09.2023
  • Greets and prepares patients for treatment by accommodating requests, relaying concerns, and answering questions.
  • Supports delivery of care by preparing treatment area, modalities, and exercise equipment.
  • Educates patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
  • Performs basic prescribed treatments such as applying ice packs or heat pads as instructed.
  • Maintains cleanliness of therapeutic equipment and area.
  • Performs clerical duties such as filing, answering phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
  • Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.

Education

Doctorate - Physical Therapy

SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Integrative Neuroscience

SUNY At Binghamton
Binghamton, NY
05.2019

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Time Management & Organization
  • Detail Oriented
  • Leadership
  • Adaptability
  • Creativity
  • Customer Service
  • First Aid / CPR / AED
  • Yoga Teaching

Certification

  • American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid / CPR / AED
  • 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training (May 2021 - Yoga Darshana Center, West Babylon, NY)
  • HIPAA Training

Volunteer

  • Fit Life for Kids - Volunteer Trainer for children who are overweight. My role was to encourage healthy eating habits and to promote an active lifestyle. (February 2023 - May 2023)

Timeline

Student Physical Therapist (Clinical Experience)

Brookside Multicare Nursing Center
10.2023 - 12.2023

Physical Therapy Aide

Mary Cardello Physical Therapy
06.2021 - 09.2023

Bakery Clerk / Cake Decorator

Pat's Marketplace
06.2015 - Current

Doctorate - Physical Therapy

SUNY Stony Brook

Bachelor of Science - Integrative Neuroscience

SUNY At Binghamton

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