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
2023.03 - 2023.05
- 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
2022.12 - 2023.03
- 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
2022.06 - 2022.08
- 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
2021.08 - 2021.09
- 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
2017.01 - 2017.05
- 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
2018.11 - 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
2020.04 - 2020.05
- 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
2023.03 - 2023.05
Student Physical Therapist
Reddy-Care Physical Therapy
2022.12 - 2023.03
Student Physical Therapist
Highfield Gardens Care Center
2022.06 - 2022.08
Student Physical Therapist
Jag-One Physical Therapy
2021.08 - 2021.09
Prone Team
NYU Langone Hospital
2020.04 - 2020.05
Rehabilitation Aide
Rusk Rehabilitation Physical Therapy, NYU Langone
2018.11 - Current
Physical Therapy Student Intern
Rusk Rehabilitation, NYU Langone
2017.01 - 2017.05
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Long Island University – Brooklyn Campus
Bachelor of Science - Health and Physical Education
Saint Peter’s University
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