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William Akers, PT, DPT

Charleston,SC

Summary

Motivated Physical Therapist with a strong foundation in evidence-based, patient-centered care. Dedicated to delivering high-quality rehabilitation services. Eager to grow professionally, take on additional responsibilities and contribute meaningfully to interdisciplinary care teams.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapist

PACS Skilled Nursing Facility
08.2024 - Current
  • Manage a diverse caseload of post-acute rehabilitation patients, achieving measurable gains in mobility, strength, and independence.
  • Deliver patient-centered care that enhances quality of life and supports positive clinical outcomes.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to reduce length of stay and improve functional outcomes.
  • Educate patients and families on exercise programs, home safety, and long-term strategies to maintain independence.
  • Trained in UltraMist therapy to provide non-contact, low-frequency ultrasound wound care, promoting improved healing and tissue regeneration for chronic and post-surgical wounds.
  • Consistently meet productivity standards, maintaining 80%+ caseload efficiency while upholding the highest quality of care.

Student Physical Therapist

Mon Health Medical Center
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Delivered patient care across multiple acute units including oncology, surgical, cardiovascular, neurological, post-op orthopedics, and ICU settings
  • Coordinated discharge planning and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal outcomes

Student Physical Therapist

HealthWorks Rehab & Fitness
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Worked with a wide range of specialists including orthopedic, vestibular, neurologic, and pelvic floor therapists
  • Participated in manual therapy labs and treated patients with vestibular, concussion, and headache conditions

Student Physical Therapist

Rebound Physical Therapy & Sports Performance
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Delivered outpatient orthopedic care under an OCS-certified therapist
  • Managed post-op protocols and coordinated care with physicians
  • Performed athletic and injury screenings via direct access

Student Physical Therapist

WVU Medicine Ruby Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Provided skilled therapy services in level-one trauma units, including SICU and MICU
  • Directed appropriate discharges and collaborated with various healthcare providers

Physical Therapy Technician

Logan Regional Medical Center
05.2018 - 08.2020
  • Supported PTs and OTs in delivering care to patients in oncology, ICU, trauma, and rehab units

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
05.2021

Skills

  • Published article: “Recreational Water Illness” in Aquatic Exercise Association's AKWA Magazine – Feb/Mar 2021

Certification

  • Physical Therapist - South Carolina, 12459
  • BLS/CPR/AED

Timeline

Physical Therapist

PACS Skilled Nursing Facility
08.2024 - Current

Student Physical Therapist

Mon Health Medical Center
03.2024 - 05.2024

Student Physical Therapist

HealthWorks Rehab & Fitness
01.2024 - 03.2024

Student Physical Therapist

Rebound Physical Therapy & Sports Performance
10.2023 - 12.2023

Student Physical Therapist

WVU Medicine Ruby Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023

Physical Therapy Technician

Logan Regional Medical Center
05.2018 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology

West Virginia University

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

West Virginia University

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