Kristin Smith     415 E 16th St Mishawaka, IN 46544kristinsmith265@gmail.com (810) 441-6686

OBJECTIVE: Seeking full time position as doctor of physical therapy to provide a holistic approach in direct as well as research aspects of patient care, if available.

SUMMARY: Professional with over two years of experience in manual and alternative therapy techniques who continues to seek, learn, and incorporate new techniques. Avid problem solver in finding cause and effect relationships in the body. Employ a holistic approach to patient care with a supportive, positive, and friendly presence. Work well with team members toward company goals. Member of APTA since 2010.

EDUCATION: University of Michigan- Flint MIDoctor of Physical Therapy, 2013GPA 8.0/9.0

Grand Valley State University- Allendale MI Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude, 2010Major: Health Professions Minor: Aging and Adult LifeDeans List Honors (7 Semesters) GPA 3.8/4.0

Continuing EducationUpledger Craniosacral Therapy Level 2 (March, 2015)Understanding the Gut Brain (September, 2014)Upledger Craniosacral Therapy Level 1 (June, 2014)NAIOMT  Lumbopelvic and Cervical Spine Level 1 (April, 2014)MPTA Fall Conference (September, 2012) Poster Presentation of GSRA research10 day Vipassana Meditation Course (August, 2012)APTA Combined Sections Meeting (February, 2012; January, 2013; February, 2015)Applied Kinesiology Muscle Testing Course (Spring, 2012)APTA Student Conclave (October, 2011)Reiki Master/practitioner, level I-III (2005-2011)

Courses taken through Hazel Thompson at Misty Meadows

EXPERIENCE:

9/30/13-present: PT, DPT, Life In Balance Physical Therapy. Mishawaka, INProvide valuable direct patient care while also building relationships with referral sources and managing front desk operations. Contributed to 2% growth in company's profit in FY2014 due to customer satisfaction with services. Carried case load at three clinics.

6/10/13-8/16/13: Student Physical Therapist (SPT) at 3D PT. Adrian, MI

3/25/13-5/31/13: SPT at Chelsea Wellness Center. Chelsea, MIIn-service about thoracic manipulation

1/7/13-3/15/13: SPT at Genesys Regional Medical Center. Grand Blanc, MI In-service about Acute Care for Elders and Delirium

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Kristin Smith     415 E 16th St Mishawaka, IN 46544kristinsmith265@gmail.com (810) 441-6686

8/2011-12/2012: Graduate Student Research Assistant. Flint, MIPresented poster at MPTA Fall Conference 2012 and APTA CSM 2013. Worked with Vicon technology, conducted research, recruited and tested participants, analyzed data, became familiar with SF-36 software. Research continues to be published.

9/2012: SPT, St. Vincent's hospital. Toledo, OHPerformed acute care evaluations, some treatments, interdisciplinary cooperation

5/2012: SPT, McLaren Outpatient, Lapeer, MIEntry to professional patient care, began individual patient care

8/ 2011-12/2012: Class Officer, University of Michigan - Flint, MIActed as liaison between students and faculty/director

[Volunteered or employed in additional services positions 2002-2009]

INTERESTS: Craniosacral therapy, Reiki/ energy healing, Yoga, tai chi, meditation, knitting, camping

REFERENCES: available upon request

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