Savanah Acosta
Austin,TX
Summary
Dedicated Doctor of Physical Therapy graduate with comprehensive knowledge in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, therapeutic exercises, and patient care. Proven ability to assess and treat diverse conditions, emphasizing a patient-centered approach. Strong communication skills and a commitment to continual learning in order to provide optimal and evidence-based physical therapy services.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Outpatient Clinical Experience
Fortis Therapy Center
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Worked with patients as young as 16 months.
- Experienced the following diagnosis; spastic cerebral palsy, dystonic cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, agenesis of the corpus callosum, cerebellar tumor, and ataxia.
- Participated in a research study that is being performed by Baylor University.
- Worked with stroke intensive patients.
- Performed gait facilitation on a body weight supported treadmill.
- Adapted interventions to make them fun for children.
- Communicated with patients and their parents.
Inpatient Acute Care Clinical Experience
Texas Health Arlington Memorial
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Determined when a patient was appropriate to work with a PTA and continued to monitor their plan of care.
- Documented initial evaluations and treatment sessions.
- Communicated professionally and compassionately with patients and their families.
Student PT in Pediatric Neuropathy Clinic
University Of Saint Augustine For Health Sciences
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Worked with a teenage cerebral palsy patient while he completed a research study at the school's clinic.
- Learned how to facilitate gait on a body-weight supported treadmill.
- Documented both treadmill and overground sessions.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Outpatient Orthopedic Clinical Experience
ATI Physical Therapy
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Conducted initial evaluations and performed specific tests and measures to confirm or rule-out potential diagnosis.
- Created patient specific plan of care and adapted it as needed.
- Made appropriate short and long term goals.
- Progressed and regressed intervention when appropriate.
Assistant Classroom Teacher
St. Louis Catholic School
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
After-School Care Worker
St. Louis Catholic School
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Prepared daily after-school snacks for children 4 years old through 8th grade.
Volunteer Middle School Golf Coach
St. Louis Catholic School
02.2018 - 04.2023
- Taught students from 5th-8th grade the game of golf.
- Communicated with parents to provide recommendations for further learning
- Modeled good sportsmanship and responsible behavior on the course to students to instill good etiquette and safety practices.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Saint Augustine For Health Sciences
Austin, TX12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology And Health
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05.2020
Skills
- Professional communication
- Problem solving
- Athletic/skill development
- Collaborator
- Optimistic
Timeline
Pediatric Outpatient Clinical Experience
Fortis Therapy Center
09.2023 - 11.2023
Inpatient Acute Care Clinical Experience
Texas Health Arlington Memorial
05.2023 - 08.2023
Student PT in Pediatric Neuropathy Clinic
University Of Saint Augustine For Health Sciences
01.2023 - 04.2023
Outpatient Orthopedic Clinical Experience
ATI Physical Therapy
11.2022 - 12.2022
Assistant Classroom Teacher
St. Louis Catholic School
08.2020 - 12.2020
After-School Care Worker
St. Louis Catholic School
02.2019 - 04.2020
Volunteer Middle School Golf Coach
St. Louis Catholic School
02.2018 - 04.2023
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Saint Augustine For Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology And Health
University of Texas At Austin
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