Tierra Boyd
Uniondale,NY
Summary
Dependable and hard-working individual seeking employment as a DPT with 4 clinical experiences looking to utilize skills and education as well as applying physical therapy interventions and education for patients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Physical Therapist
Northwell Health - STARS Rehabilitation
Franklin Square, NY
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Helped patients improve functional mobility by prescribing appropriate interventions.
- Communicated with Clinical Instructor to provide updates on patient care.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
Student Physical Therapist
Reddy-Care Physical Therapy
Farmingdale, NY
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided care and treatment to patients from pediatric to geriatric patients
- Delegated PT aides to provide optimal treatment
- Documented patients’ progress notes and discharge notes
- Used equipment such as Hypervolt and compression sleeves as treatment regimens
- Diagnoses seen include Total Knee Arthroplasty, Total Hip Arthroplasty, Lumbar Radiculopathy, Spinal Fusions, Mechanical Neck Pain, ACL Repairs and RTC Repairs
Student Physical Therapist
Highfield Gardens Care Center
Great Neck, NY
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed job responsibility by providing physical therapy services in nursing home setting
- Had capability of treating 12 patients by end of my clinical experience
- Provided care to geriatric patients who suffered from CVA, Dementia, Deconditioning, Hypertension, Diabetes and Total Hip Arthroplasty
- Collaborated with nurses, physical therapy assistants, occupational therapists, and speech therapists
Student Physical Therapist
Jag-One Physical Therapy
East Meadow, NY
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Developed job responsibility by providing physical therapy services in outpatient setting
- Documented subjective, objective, assessment and plan of care for each of my patients
- Treated 12-16 patients by end of clinical experience
- Maintained clean and safe environment for my patients and staff
Physical Therapy Student Intern
Rusk Rehabilitation, NYU Langone
Garden City, NY
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Assisted patients with Paraffin Baths, Hot Packs, Cold Packs and Stimulation Units
- Assisted in preparing tables for incoming patients and disinfected equipment after treatment
- Organized, sterilized, and sanitized treatment equipment and therapy work area
- Spoke to patients about why they receive physical therapy
- Learned different exercises and stretches patient performed for different joints and muscles
Rehabilitation Aide
Rusk Rehabilitation Physical Therapy, NYU Langone
11.2018 - Current
- Assists with executing limited direct patient care duties related to physical therapy as directed by physical therapists
- Assists supervising therapist with preparation for all patients’ treatments
- Maintains patient safety via appropriate and safe guarding techniques, proper body mechanics and equipment inspection
- Maintains cleanliness of facility.
Prone Team
NYU Langone Hospital
04.2020 - 05.2020
- With team of personnel, cared for patients with Covid-19 by placing them in prone and supine to help with oxygenation
- Provided PROM and AROM to patients under physical therapist supervision
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and physical therapists
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Long Island University – Brooklyn Campus
Brooklyn, NY05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Health and Physical Education
Saint Peter’s University
Jersey City, NJ05.2018
Skills
- Patient and Staff Communication
- Treatment Plans
- Stretching Exercises
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Documentation
- Compassion
- Empathy
Timeline
Student Physical Therapist
Northwell Health - STARS Rehabilitation
03.2023 - 05.2023
Student Physical Therapist
Reddy-Care Physical Therapy
12.2022 - 03.2023
Student Physical Therapist
Highfield Gardens Care Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
Student Physical Therapist
Jag-One Physical Therapy
08.2021 - 09.2021
Prone Team
NYU Langone Hospital
04.2020 - 05.2020
Rehabilitation Aide
Rusk Rehabilitation Physical Therapy, NYU Langone
11.2018 - Current
Physical Therapy Student Intern
Rusk Rehabilitation, NYU Langone
01.2017 - 05.2017
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Long Island University – Brooklyn Campus
Bachelor of Science - Health and Physical Education
Saint Peter’s University