Trevor Hernandez
Coon Rapids
Summary
I'm a physical therapy student working to better understand the biomechanical, physiological, and psychosocial aspects of rehabilitation. I love helping people better themselves after injury, so they can be healthier than before they were injured. I am currently finishing a doctorate of Physical Therapy degree at The College of Saint Scholastica. My introduction to the physical therapy profession was when I injured my MCL in a football game when I was in high school. Going through the rehab process, seeing how friendly my therapist was and watching myself get back to the level I was previously gave me the motivation to be a physical therapist. Growing up in a hispanic family that has unfortunately seen appropriate health care being neglected made me want to better serve those populations in my own community. This helped me be empathetic for others, be culturally appropriate and being a person who wants to help others to the best of my abilities. I enjoy shadowing experts in the field and receiving constructive feedback to learn new ideas and strategies, so I can implement those ideas into my own work. My colleagues would describe me as a driven, resourceful individual who maintains a positive, proactive attitude when faced with adversity. Currently, I'm seeking job opportunities that will allow me to develop new skills and knowledge to the physical therapy world. Specific fields of interest include outpatient orthopedics, neuro-rehabilitation as well as sports therapy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Rotation #3
Pain Science Physical Therapy
01.2025 - Current
- My final rotation is in the outpatient setting, focused on the pain science aspect of the human body rather than the traditional healthcare model
- Throughout this experience I was able to progress my patient communication abilities with those who have had chronic conditions and also build more empathy as a clinician
- Having my own personal caseload with more complex patients has made me feel confident in my treatment of numerous PT patients in the future
Clinical Rotation #2
Rocky Mountain Spine & Sport
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Going into my second rotation I wanted to build my evaluation and intervention comfortability. By the end of the rotation I was able to provide thorough evaluations and give progression/regression PT based on the patient presentation
- Halfway through my second rotation I was able to build an independent caseload while seeing two patients at a time within an hour timeframe. I was able to progress my critical thinking skills, build my knowledge in the orthopedic concentration while feeling confident in my hands on skills in the clinical setting.
- At the conclusion of my rotation I felt very comfortable working with orthopedic patients and post surgery rehabilitation. My clinical instructor said my skills and knowledge of the profession was beyond entry level for their company.
Clinical Rotation #1
Allina Health, Mercy Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Beginning my clinical rotations in acute care was an opportunity to build the foundation of my future professional career
- Throughout my first rotation I was able to build an independent caseload while improving my guarding mechanics, patient friendly communication and an extensive chart review prior to seeing patients
- My decision making and adaptability skills were greatly improved in my time there
Rehab Aide
Allina Health
11.2021 - 06.2022
- I came to work everyday with a passion for supporting rehabilitation professionals in delivering exceptional patient care
- I was very proficient in assisting with therapeutic exercises, modalities, and patient mobility, contributing to the overall treatment plan
- I stayed dedicated to creating a positive and motivating environment for individuals on their journey to recovery
Department Manager
The Home Depot
03.2019 - 11.2021
- As a dedicated department manager, I have a proven track record of effective leadership and strategic oversight
- I was adept at coordinating team efforts to achieve departmental goals and enhance overall productivity
- I formed my skills in resource allocation, budget management, and performance evaluation to ensure optimal operational efficiency
- I was always committed to fostering a positive work environment and implementing innovative solutions for continuous improvement
Shadow Assistant
UMC Health System
03.2019 - 03.2020
- As a shadow assistant, I actively listen to physical therapists, assist in any tasks they give to me, and actively learn and grow my knowledge of the field
Assistant Manager
CUTCO Cutlery
02.2018 - 06.2018
- As an assistant manager, I developed and implemented new strategies to continue growth of sales representatives, maintained a sales goal every week, and hired new sales representatives that were qualified to continue the growth of the company
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
The College of St. Scholastica
Duluth, MN05.2025
Bachelor of Science - BS - Pre-Physical Therapy Studies
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-2021
High School Diploma -
Anoka High School
Anoka, MN06-2017
Skills
- Quality Patient Care
- Interpersonal Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Active Listener
- Team Leadership
- Organizational Planner
- Adaptability
- Empathetic
- Critical Thinking
- Lifetime Learner
Accomplishments
State Peer-Reviewed Poster Presentation, April 2024, MNPTA
Endsley C, Ogston J, Hernandez T, Overman D, Rae C, Rafaill C, Tuominen E. Effect of Cognitive-Motor Dual Task on Quadriceps Performance in Participants with ACL Reconstruction.
Washington Legislation Lobbying, February 2025, APTA
My colleagues and I spent legislative day at the capitol of Washington. We met with our respective representatives and senators to advocate for PT reimbursement from insurance companies
Hobbies and Interests
- Hiking
- Walking my dogs
- Traveling
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Clinical Rotation #3
Pain Science Physical Therapy
01.2025 - Current
Clinical Rotation #2
Rocky Mountain Spine & Sport
09.2024 - 11.2024
Clinical Rotation #1
Allina Health, Mercy Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
Rehab Aide
Allina Health
11.2021 - 06.2022
Department Manager
The Home Depot
03.2019 - 11.2021
Shadow Assistant
UMC Health System
03.2019 - 03.2020
Assistant Manager
CUTCO Cutlery
02.2018 - 06.2018
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
The College of St. Scholastica
Bachelor of Science - BS - Pre-Physical Therapy Studies
Texas Tech University
High School Diploma -
Anoka High School
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