Matthew Choe
Charlotte
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate licensed physical therapist with a professional background in the healthcare & fitness industry. Adept in working with patients of all ages and backgrounds, with a passion for improving their quality of life. Seeking employment in an outpatient physical therapy setting, where I can apply my skills and knowledge to help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals. Committed to providing high-quality care, developing strong patient relationships, and working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Intern
Aquatic Physical Therapy and Beyond
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Gained experience working with various ages, ranging from pediatric to geriatric patients in aquatic environment
- Worked one-on-one to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability.
- Evaluated, treated, documented, and utilized evidence-based practices to improve outcomes for orthopedic and neurologic injuries/conditions
Physical Therapist Intern
Greg Ott Center for Physical Therapy and Sports Performance
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Gained experience working with athletic population
- Evaluated, treated, documented, and utilized evidence-based practices to improve outcomes for orthopedic and neurologic injuries/conditions
Physical Therapist Intern
BenchMark Physical Therapy
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided physical therapy services at outpatient clinic to 8 patients daily
- Gained experience working with various ages, ranging from pediatric to geriatric patients
- Evaluated, treated, documented, and utilized evidence-based practices to improve outcomes for orthopedic and neurologic injuries/conditions
- Routinely assessed and reassessed effects of treatment at various stages to achieve maximum benefit for patient recovery
Physical Therapist Intern
Concentra Urgent Care Center
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Provided physical therapy services at outpatient facility to 8-9 worker's compensation patients daily
- Evaluated, treated, documented, and developed plan of care primarily for orthopedic patients
- Gained experience working with patients of diverse social and cultural backgrounds
- Routinely performed patient re-assessments and directly collaborated with physicians/physician assistants to deliver coordinated care
Education
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC03.2024
Master of Science - Kinesiology
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC05.2018
Skills
- Leadership
- Patient care
- Interpersonal skills
- Team collaboration
- Communication
- Adaptable
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
- Professional development
Relevant Professional Experience
Online Personal Training, 05/2020 - present
Self-Employed
- developed and customized fitness plans for 30+ individual clients, based on performance ability and goals
- educated clients on a variety of strength training, cardiovascular exercises, and stretching techniques
Physical Therapy Technician, 03/2019 - 03/2020
BenchMark Physical Therapy - Charlotte, NC
- provided technical assistance to patients regarding therapeutic programs, methods, and equipment
- organized patient's documentation and communicated with insurance companies and case managers
Graduate Student Intern, 08/2019 - 12/2020
Novant Health - Heart & Vascular Institute - Charlotte, NC
- delivered exercise guidance for patients rehabilitating from cardiac and pulmonary related conditions
- monitored ECG rhythms and vitals while patients were performing prescribed exercise
Graduate Assistant, 08/2018 - 08/2020
Department of Kinesiology, University of North Carolina at Charlotte - Charlotte, NC
- assisted faculty members with data collection for potential academic publications
- led group fitness sessions catered towards the geriatric population
- promoted and encouraged sustainable lifestyle habits to improve health, fitness, and well-being
Undergraduate Student Intern, 05/2017 - 08/2017
ATP Fitness - Wilmington, NC
- developed, planned, and led group fitness sessions to improve strength and aerobic fitness for athletic population
Certification
- ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist, 2020-Present
Timeline
Physical Therapist Intern
Aquatic Physical Therapy and Beyond
01.2024 - 03.2024
Physical Therapist Intern
Greg Ott Center for Physical Therapy and Sports Performance
09.2023 - 12.2023
Physical Therapist Intern
BenchMark Physical Therapy
10.2022 - 12.2022
Physical Therapist Intern
Concentra Urgent Care Center
03.2022 - 05.2022
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Winston-Salem State University
Master of Science - Kinesiology
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
- ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist, 2020-Present
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