Sarah Stengle
Milliken,CO
Summary
Dedicated physical therapist with a solid track record in formulating individualized treatment plans for diverse groups. Expertise in community outreach and collaborative care has driven significant improvements in patient outcomes and satisfaction. Flexible in various clinical contexts, ensuring high-quality patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
Advanced Physical Therapy
02.2025 - Current
- Developed tailored aquatic rehabilitation programs to optimize patient outcomes.
- Led workshops educating the community on benefits of physical therapy, enhancing public awareness.
- Organized outreach activities informing the community about benefits of physical therapy, fostering community engagement.
Physical Therapist
Olympic Sports And Spine Rehabilitation
10.2025 - 02.2026
- Developed group training program for Parkinson's patients with YMCA staff, increasing patient engagement and participation.
- Enhanced vestibular expertise through continuing education courses to apply evidence-based practices in treatment.
- Implemented neurorehabilitation programs for concussion patients, resulting in improved mobility and endurance.
Physical Therapist
Rumford Hospital
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Established evidence-based plans of care alongside physicians, nurses, respiratory therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy for patients with acute and acute on chronic conditions in inpatient settings.
- Educated interprofessional team members on joint range of motion and contracture management, improving patient care strategies.
- Collected patient feedback and delivered education, leading to a 14% increase in retention rate.
Physical Therapist
Saco Bay Physical Therapy
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Coordinated balance clinics at local nursing homes, enhancing patient independence and understanding while effectively reducing fall risk.
- Trained team members on NMES application and dosing, increasing treatment effectiveness for patients with neurological disorders and muscle activation limitations.
- Conducted community outreach programs with Maine Adaptive to promote physical therapy services for injured veterans.
Physical Therapist
Select Physical Therapy
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Coordinated training for physical therapy assistants on joint replacement protocols to enhance patient care and recovery.
- Developed and implemented musculoskeletal job-specific task assessment program for Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District to ensure alignment with physical therapy standards.
- Developed personalized rehabilitation plans for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment efficacy and patient outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve recovery rates and patient satisfaction.
Physical Therapist
Alaska Foot & Ankle Specialists
12.2022 - 08.2024
- Researched extracorporeal shockwave therapy for tendinopathies and presented findings to team, enhancing treatment approaches.
- Collaborated with podiatrists to optimize patient-centered foot and ankle specialty physical therapy clinic, providing individualized treatments through evidence-based practices.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises and interventions to improve patient mobility and strength.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to coordinate patient care and enhance recovery outcomes.
Education
Associate of Science -
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL05-2016
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
University of New England
Portland, ME05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Physical Therapy
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL12-2017
Skills
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Community outreach
- Clinical supervision
- Aquatic rehabilitation
- Creative problem solving
- Time management proficiency
- Effective communication
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Olympic Sports And Spine Rehabilitation
10.2025 - 02.2026
Physical Therapist
Advanced Physical Therapy
02.2025 - Current
Physical Therapist
Rumford Hospital
02.2025 - 09.2025
Physical Therapist
Saco Bay Physical Therapy
09.2024 - 02.2025
Physical Therapist
Select Physical Therapy
06.2023 - 08.2024
Physical Therapist
Alaska Foot & Ankle Specialists
12.2022 - 08.2024
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
University of New England
Associate of Science -
Waubonsee Community College
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Physical Therapy
Northern Illinois University