Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Volunteer And Community Activities
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Zachary Ermert

Carlsbad,CA

Summary

Highly motivated student physical therapist with a strong academic background in biomedical engineering and biology. Focused on orthopedic and rehabilitative care, aiming to establish a movement-centered practice that merges evidence-based physical therapy with preventative fitness. Employs an analytical approach to problem-solving, emphasizing human performance optimization, and injury prevention.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Online Fitness Coach

Self-Employed
Carlsbad, USA
05.2025 - Current
  • Delivered customized online fitness coaching, creating individualized training and nutrition programs with ongoing support to enhance client adherence and performance.
  • Led weekly client check-ins and monthly progress reviews via digital coaching platforms and Zoom, assessing metrics and feedback to inform program adjustments and support client progression.

Physical Therapy Aide

GASPAR Physical Therapy
Encinitas, USA
09.2023 - 12.2024
  • Set up equipment and maintained safe treatment environment, supporting physical therapists in delivering effective individualized rehabilitation plans.
  • Monitored patient progress and documented updates while providing guidance and motivation during therapeutic exercises to facilitate recovery and relay changes to care team.

Emergency Medical Technician

AirCare Ambulance
Carlsbad, USA
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Administered emergency care, monitored vital signs, stabilized patients for safe transport, and supported medical decision-making.
  • Communicated with patients, families, and healthcare teams while maintaining and sanitizing medical equipment for coordinated and compliant care.

Education

Doctorate - Physical Therapy

University of St Augustine for Health Science
San Marcos, CA
05.2027

Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering, General Biology

University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA
06.2023

Skills

  • Team Collaboration & Leadership
  • Patient-Centered Communication
  • Coaching & Behavior Change
  • Exercise Science & Therapeutic Prescription
  • Physical Therapy Examination & Clinical Reasoning
  • Emergency Medical Response
  • Entrepreneurial Development

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certified, American Red Cross, 11/30/26
  • First Aid Certified, American Red Cross, 11/30/26

Volunteer And Community Activities

  • UCSD Men’s Tennis Team, La Jolla, CA, 07/17, 06/22, Team Head and Philanthropy Captain, Led team strategy, motivation, and coordination, fostering a unified and high-performing environment., Organized and executed community service initiatives, raising awareness and funds for local charities.
  • La Jolla Cosmetic Dermatology, La Jolla, CA, 07/21, 10/21, Clinical Apprentice, Observed and assisted in various dermatological procedures, gaining hands-on experience in skincare treatments and patient care under the supervision of licensed dermatology physician assistant.
  • UCSD Health, La Jolla, CA, 04/20, 07/21, Hospital Volunteer, Assisted in various hospital departments (Call Pool, Neuro PCU, Emergency Room) by transporting specimens, charts, and patients, as well as restocking supplies.

Timeline

Online Fitness Coach

Self-Employed
05.2025 - Current

Physical Therapy Aide

GASPAR Physical Therapy
09.2023 - 12.2024

Emergency Medical Technician

AirCare Ambulance
09.2022 - 09.2023

Doctorate - Physical Therapy

University of St Augustine for Health Science

Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering, General Biology

University of California, San Diego
Zachary Ermert