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Robert M.

Whittaker
709 Vista Lane, Cheyenne, WY 82009 | 307-256-1481 | whittaker.robert.m@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Doctor of Physical Therapy
University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND

May 2015
GPA: 3.936

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology & Health Promotion


University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY

May 2012
GPA: 3.422

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Neurorehabilitation Benefis, Great Falls, MT
Will gain additional clinical experience a neurorehabilitation setting.

Mar 2015 May 2015

Outpatient Benefis, Great Falls, MT


Will gain clinical experience in an outpatient setting.

Jan 2015 Mar 2015

Outpatient Rehabilitation Physical Therapy Center of Wyoming, Cheyenne, WY


Oct 2013 Dec 2013
Worked under an orthopedic clinical specialist. Emphasis on treatment of postoperative shoulder repairs and
low back pathology as well as observed trigger point dry needling often. Commended on my ability to
incorporate more technology at this clinic such as making exercise programs electronic or patient education
devices.
Acute Care Ivinson Memorial Hospital, Laramie, WY
Oct 2013 Oct 2013
Applied rehabilitation skills to postoperative knee and hip arthroplasties as well as assisted in wound care in the
outpatient clinic. Observed a total hip and knee arthroplasty surgical procedure. Assisted OTs with patients that
required multiple therapists to receive treatment safely.
Scholarly Project University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND
Oct 2013 July 2014
Mobility Device for Injured US Army Corp Engineer - Assisted three engineering students in designing mobility
device to aid in transfers and provide pain relief for a US Veteran who sustained lumbar spine disc injuries. The
team was awarded the Andrew L. Freeman Innovation Award at the UND Senior Design Expo.
Physical Therapy Internship High Country Physical Therapy, Laramie, WY
Jan 2012 May 2012
Assisted with typical PT aide work and applied kinesiology education to patients ranging in age from 20 to 65
years old with musculoskeletal impairments.
LEADERSHIP/COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE
General Physics I & II Supplemental Instruction Leader University of Wyoming, Laramie WY Aug 2010 May 2011
Strengthened leadership skills by instructing groups of students, with about 10 attendees on average ranging
upwards of 40, while helping to understand course material with various approaches to learning styles.
Anatomy Lab Instructor University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY
May 2011 Jul 2011
Lead a small group of five students to improve understanding of course material through use of additional
anatomical resources such as plastic models, mnemonics, and have them teach a small section of a topic.
Alternative Spring Break University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY
Mar 2010
Went with a small group to Florida to clean a national park beach and remove invasive plant species through the
University of Wyoming.
CERTIFICATIONS/AWARDS
Healthcare Provider CPR Certified
HIPPA Certification
Andrew L. Freeman Innovation Award
Professionalism Module 3 Ethical Compass
Attended NSC 2014

Performance Instrument for Students: A Self


Guided Training Course
The Basic Essentials for PT Coding & Compliance
Defining Skilled Therapy: How to Document &
Justify the Need for PT

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