Nathan Rodriguez
Licensed Physical Therapist
| Phone: | (555) 234-5678 |
| Address: | 1247 Wellness Drive, Austin, TX 78704 |
| Website: | https://linkedin.com/in/nathanrodriguezpt |
| Email: | nrodriguez.pt@email.com |
- Licensed Physical Therapist with 4 years of progressive experience in outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine settings
- Specialized expertise in manual therapy techniques and post-surgical rehabilitation with proven track record of 96% patient satisfaction scores
- Certified in dry needling and McKenzie Method with demonstrated ability to manage caseloads of 15+ patients daily while maintaining quality care standards
- Bilingual English/Spanish speaker with strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills and commitment to evidence-based practice
Professional Licensure & Certifications
Licensed Physical Therapist - Texas
Texas State Board
Current through 2025
Licensed Physical Therapist - New Mexico
New Mexico State Board
Current through 2025
Dry Needling Certification
American Academy of Manipulative Therapy
2022
McKenzie Method Certified (Cert. MDT)
McKenzie Institute International
2023
BLS/CPR Certified
American Heart Association
Current through 2024
APTA Member in Good Standing
American Physical Therapy Association
2020-Present
Professional Experience
Elite Sports Rehabilitation Center
Senior Physical Therapist
March 2022 - Present
- Manage diverse caseload of 15-18 patients daily specializing in post-surgical orthopedic rehabilitation and sports injury recovery
- Achieved 96% patient satisfaction scores and 92% functional outcome improvement rates using evidence-based manual therapy techniques
- Developed innovative ACL rehabilitation protocol incorporating force plate technology, reducing average return-to-sport timeline by 3 weeks
- Mentor PT students during clinical rotations and conduct monthly in-service presentations on advanced manual therapy techniques
- Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, athletic trainers, and massage therapists to optimize patient outcomes in multidisciplinary care model
- Implemented dry needling services generating $45,000 additional annual revenue while improving chronic pain management outcomes
Comprehensive Rehabilitation Associates
Staff Physical Therapist
June 2020 - March 2022
- Provided comprehensive outpatient physical therapy services for orthopedic, neurological, and geriatric patient populations
- Maintained productivity standards of 85% while achieving 94% patient satisfaction scores and exceeding functional outcome benchmarks
- Specialized in post-surgical rehabilitation for total joint replacements, achieving 90% of patients meeting discharge goals within expected timeframes
- Created patient education materials in English and Spanish, improving home exercise program compliance by 40%
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborated with physicians, occupational therapists, and social workers
- Completed comprehensive documentation using WebPT EMR system ensuring 100% compliance with insurance requirements
Regional Medical Center - Outpatient Rehabilitation
Physical Therapist (New Graduate)
August 2019 - June 2020
- Delivered evidence-based physical therapy interventions for diverse patient population in busy outpatient orthopedic clinic
- Successfully managed initial caseload of 12-14 patients daily while developing clinical reasoning and manual therapy skills
- Participated in quality improvement initiative that reduced patient wait times by 20% through improved scheduling protocols
- Completed mentorship program with senior PT, advancing from supervised to independent practice within 6 months
- Maintained detailed documentation and participated in insurance authorization processes with 98% approval rate
Education
University of Texas Health Science Center
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Graduated: May 2019
CAPTE Accredited Program | GPA: 3.7/4.0
Relevant Coursework: Advanced Manual Therapy, Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Assessment, Neuroscience
Relevant Coursework: Advanced Manual Therapy, Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Assessment, Neuroscience
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
Graduated: May 2016
Magna Cum Laude | GPA: 3.8/4.0
Concentration: Exercise Science and Biomechanics
Concentration: Exercise Science and Biomechanics
Clinical Rotations (DPT Program)
Outpatient Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Athletes' Performance Institute | Houston, TX | 12 weeks
- Treated Division I athletes and recreational sports participants with focus on return-to-sport protocols
- Gained experience with advanced diagnostic tools including force plates and movement analysis systems
- Completed independent research project on shoulder impingement in overhead athletes
Acute Care Hospital
Methodist Hospital | San Antonio, TX | 8 weeks
- Provided early mobilization and functional training for medically complex patients in ICU and general medical units
- Developed expertise in working with post-surgical patients including cardiac, orthopedic, and general surgery populations
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and case managers
Clinical Skills
- Manual Therapy: Certified in McKenzie Method (Cert. MDT), trained in Mulligan Concept and Maitland techniques
- Specialized Interventions: Dry needling certified (3 states), cupping therapy, kinesiology taping, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization
- Assessment Tools: Proficient in movement screens (FMS, SFMA), gait analysis, postural assessment, and functional outcome measures
- Modalities: Therapeutic ultrasound, electrical stimulation, laser therapy, mechanical traction
- Technology: WebPT, TherabillPT, BTE work simulator, AlterG anti-gravity treadmill, force plate systems
Interpersonal & Professional Skills
Professional Skills
- Patient Communication: Fluent in Spanish and English, experienced in motivational interviewing techniques and pain neuroscience education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Regular co-treatment sessions with occupational therapists, effective communication with referring physicians
- Leadership: Clinical mentor for PT students, developed and delivered continuing education presentations to clinical staff
- Cultural Competency: Experience serving diverse populations including Hispanic/Latino communities and elderly patients
- Business Acumen: Understanding of insurance authorization processes, productivity requirements, and outcome measurement
Professional Recognition & Continuing Education
Excellence in Patient Care Award
Elite Sports Rehabilitation Center
2023
Summa Cum Laude Graduate
Texas A&M University
2016
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
Outstanding Clinical Performance
Athletes' Performance Institute
2019
Sports Medicine Rotation
Professional Presentations
Advanced Manual Therapy Techniques for Shoulder Impingement
Texas Physical Therapy Association Annual Conference, Dallas, TX
October 2023
Audience: 200+ clinicians
Return-to-Sport Protocols Following ACL Reconstruction
Elite Sports Rehabilitation Monthly Grand Rounds
2022-2023
Ongoing series
Injury Prevention in Youth Soccer
Austin Youth Soccer League Coach Education Series
Spring 2022
Delivered to 150+ coaches and parents