Talin Sookasians
GLENDALE,AZ
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated physical therapy student with experience in outpatient, inpatient, and pediatric settings. Strong communication skills, cultural competency, and attention to detail. Proven ability to assist with therapeutic interventions, maintain clinical environments, and create a safe, welcoming space for patients. Fluent in English, Farsi, and Armenian. CPR, AED, First Aid, and MOCA Cognitive certified. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) at Midwestern University to advance a career focused on evidence-based, patient-centered care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
MR. Stepan
06.2017 - Current
- Assistance with activities of daily living, such as personal care, running necessary errands, such as picking up mail and prescription refills, and household duties.
PT Volunteer
Center for Developing Kids
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Observed therapists help minors dealing with physical, emotional, or behavioral problems by encouraging them to get involved in pleasant activities.
- Assisted therapists during treatments, prepare equipment and games, and assist the patient under the direction of a therapist.
PT AIDE
OSS Physical Therapy and Hand Therapy
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Instructed, motivated, safeguarded, and assisted patients in practicing exercises and functional activities under the direction of medical staff.
- I interviewed the patients who have language barriers to complete the documents, case histories, or forms.
- Responsible for patient preparation, including modalities, exercise equipment, and monitoring.
- Helped the front desk check in and check out patients, and collect co-pay.
Community Service Volunteer
Descanso Garden
10.2021 - 01.2023
- I interacted with clients, welcomed them to the Garden, and provided any new information about the events happening.
- Assisted Descanso Gardens' horticultural staff with a variety of plant maintenance tasks, as well as learning new gardening skills.
Front Desk Receptionist
Glenoaks Urgent Care, Glendale, CA
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Scheduled and registered patients for visits, verified insurance, checked out patients, and collected co-pays.
- Answered all incoming calls, redirected them, or kept messages; checked, sorted, and forwarded emails.
- Heard and resolved complaints from customers or the public.
Data Entry Clerk
UPrinting
11.2018 - 10.2022
- Transferred data from paper formats into computer files or database systems.
- Created spreadsheets with large numbers of figures without mistakes.
- Calculated employees’ daily productivity.
- Created a metric system for the different departments.
- Also, helped HR Department to organize files.
PT Aide Volunteer
Flex Motion Physical Therapy
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Interacted with clients and gave them exercises. Also, I ensured that the patients did not injure themselves and responded to their needs.
- Assisted therapists during treatments, prepared hot and cold packs, set up IFC equipment when necessary, and assisted patients in ambulation under the direction of the therapist.
- Assisted licensed therapists in the treatment of patients under all therapy disciplines.
PT Observer
Keck Medicine of USC
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Observed the Physical Therapist review the initial patient exam to prepare a customized treatment plan.
Shelter Volunteer
ASCENCIA Lifting People Out of Homelessness
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Organized, cleaned, and resupplied the donation closet, Admin support, and Emergency Shelter.
Internship, PT Observer
Next Level Physical Therapy & Athletic Performance
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Learned how to add documentation in the system, organized patient files, and got them ready for the following day.
- Engaged with patients, observed therapists while working with patients, and followed their routine work.
Education
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Midwestern University
Glendale, AZ11-2026
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Southern California University of Health Sciences
Whittier, CA08-2023
Associate of Arts - Kinesiology
Glendale Community College
Glendale, CA12-2021
Associate of Science - Accounting
Glendale Community College
Glendale, CA06-2020
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Islamic Azad University of Parand
Parand,Iran01-2015
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Active listening skills
- Empathetic and patient
- Ability to work in complex situations
- Strong sense of responsibility
- Detail-oriented and well-organized
- Microsoft word (excel, outlook, PowerPoint, word)
Certification
MOCA Cognitive certified/ Expires 2027
CPR, AED, & First Aid Certified /Expires 2026
Volunteer work
Special Olympics FUNFitness Event April 2025
Assisted in the FUNFitness Health screening and educate Special Olympic Fitness about mobility,flexibility, exercise and stretches.
Scouts Personal Fitness Merit Badge Jan 2025-March 2025
Helped with height/weight testing, physical fitness assessment, and assistance/education on a semi-personalized exercise program.
Brave Heart Kids with special needs Jan 2025
Provided information about Physical therapy and resources available for kids with special needs.
Justa Center shadowing May 2025-present
Treated patients at homeless shelter and educated them on personalized exercise program.
Mayo Clinic shadowing May 2025
Exposed to patients and learn about different conditions and pathologies at inpatient setting.
Cure Project April 2025-present
Prepared medical supplies for shipment to hospitals in clinics in need. Tasks involved sorting and packing medical supplies. This was fun, engaging, and hands-on experience.
Vista Colina Childhood Development Screening Clinic Feb 2025-present
Engaging with children and their families to build rapport and observe developmental behaviors. Played with children to gather insights for planning future therapy or support session.
Languages
Persian
Native/ Bilingual
Armenian
Native/ Bilingual
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
H.O.M.E. , Midwestern University — Phoenix, AZ June 2025 - Present
- Support coordination and communication among H.O.M.E. coordinators, preceptors, and volunteers to ensure successful event execution. Recruit and collaborate with student volunteers across healthcare disciplines to deliver impactful health education and community engagement. Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations and health fair organizers to promote health education and H.O.M.E.'s mission.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PT AIDE
OSS Physical Therapy and Hand Therapy
12.2022 - 02.2023
Front Desk Receptionist
Glenoaks Urgent Care, Glendale, CA
09.2022 - 11.2022
PT Volunteer
Center for Developing Kids
07.2022 - 05.2023
Community Service Volunteer
Descanso Garden
10.2021 - 01.2023
PT Aide Volunteer
Flex Motion Physical Therapy
08.2021 - 05.2022
PT Observer
Keck Medicine of USC
07.2021 - 09.2021
Shelter Volunteer
ASCENCIA Lifting People Out of Homelessness
06.2021 - 08.2021
Internship, PT Observer
Next Level Physical Therapy & Athletic Performance
03.2021 - 06.2021
Data Entry Clerk
UPrinting
11.2018 - 10.2022
Caregiver
MR. Stepan
06.2017 - Current
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Midwestern University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Southern California University of Health Sciences
Associate of Arts - Kinesiology
Glendale Community College
Associate of Science - Accounting
Glendale Community College
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Islamic Azad University of Parand
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