Thomas Nguyen
Wahiawa
Summary
Active Duty U.S. Army member working in emergency medicine, with career aspirations to transition to the rehabilitative side of healthcare as a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Results-driven team leader with experience in emergency medical services and physical therapy. Skilled in training and mentoring junior personnel while ensuring high standards of patient care and safety. Eager to leverage expertise to improve healthcare delivery.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
68W Combat Medic
United States Army
Wahiawa
01.2023 - Current
- Provided first responder healthcare interventions while working at Lightning Academy for Jungle Operations Training Center (JOTC), Air Assault School, and Small Unit Ranger Tactics (SURT) Preparatory School.
- Transported injured personnel via ground ambulance or helicopter evacuation.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatments and medication administration.
- Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Leadership experience as Team Leader for the 325th Light Support Battalion, 3rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division.
- Taught advanced hemorrhage, airway, and breathing interventions to junior enlisted soldiers.
Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Aide
Athletico Physical Therapy
Martinsville
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Provide various treatments and modalities including, but not limited to: Exercise Regimens prescribed by the PT/DPT, Inferential Wave Electrical Stimulation, Ultrasound Pain Relief, Cervical and Lumbar Traction Machine
- Trained with proper PPE and sanitation protocols to ensure patient well-being during a pandemic
- Aided patient evaluations and assessments following HIPPA guidelines and patient confidentiality protocols
- Worked under the direct supervision of PT/DPT following tasks to ensure patient comfort
- Assist Office Coordinator in clerical routine documentation and fulfilling administrative tasks
Assistant Team Advisor - Medicine and Healthcare Program
National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) - UCLA Location
Westwood
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted in creating and leading lesson plans in topics in medicine for groups of 20-30 students
- Maintained accurate records pertaining to incident reports, daily attendance, and student engagement
- Prepared and sanitized medical equipment via proper safety and sanitation protocols
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Medical Sciences
INDIANA UNIVERSITY
Bloomington, IN05.2022
Skills
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
- National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
- National Strength and Conditioning Association - Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator
- American Red Cross - Basic Life Support
- Team leadership
- Curriculum development
- Training facilitation
- Microsoft Suite applications
Accomplishments
- United States Secretary of the Army Coin - Secretary of the United States Army Honorable Daniel P. Driscoll
- Army Achievement Medal (AAM)
- 1000+ Verified Observation Hours in various outpatient/inpatient physical therapy settings specializing in orthopedic, geriatric, pediatric, neuromuscular, vestibular, aquatic, and military settings
Timeline
68W Combat Medic
United States Army
01.2023 - Current
Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Aide
Athletico Physical Therapy
04.2022 - 12.2022
Assistant Team Advisor - Medicine and Healthcare Program
National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) - UCLA Location
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Medical Sciences
INDIANA UNIVERSITY
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