Justine Gutierrez is a licensed physical therapist seeking new opportunities. She graduated with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from California State University, Northridge in 2016 with a GPA of 3.79. During her clinical education, she gained experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings treating a variety of orthopedic and neurological conditions. Notable experience includes working at Providence Holy Cross Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente. She also has research experience as an assistant at California State University, Northridge and volunteer experience providing patient care.
1. Justine Gutierrez
18164 Arminta Street Reseda, CA 91335 (707) 246-9262 jusagutz@gmail.com
EDUCATION
California State University, Northridge,Northridge, CA Graduated August 2016
Doctorate of Physical Therapy
Cumulative GPA: 3.79
Campanella Scholarship
University ofCalifornia, Irvine,Irvine, CA Graduated December 2011
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences
Cumulative GPA: 3.474
CLINICAL EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
Providence Holy CrossMedical Center,Mission Hills, CA May 2016-August 2016
Student Physical Therapist
Worked in an acute/inpatient setting
Evaluated and treated a wide variety of injuries including post-surgery, neurologic and critically ill patients under
supervision of the Clinical Instructor
Reviewed physician referrals and patient medical records to formulate an accurate diagnosis and best course of
treatment
Developed and supervised personalized treatment plans including utilization of support personnel, treatment
progression and discharge planning
Communicated with nurses and physicians regarding patient progress and plan of care
Provided an in-service presentation on the benefit and hindrance of sternalprecautions to physical therapists
Kaiser Permanente,Thousand Oaks,CA May 2015-August 2015
Student Physical Therapist
Worked in an outpatient orthopedic setting
Evaluated orthopedic and neurologic patients under supervision of the Clinical Instructor
Treated patients a wide variety of injuries, including orthopedic post-surgery patients
Developed and supervised personalized treatment plans including treatment program and discharge planning
Documented all evaluation and follow-up visits and provided billing for all treatments
Provided an in-service presentation on evidence-based treatment for patients post total shoulder and reverse total
shoulder arthroplasties to physical therapists
Olive ViewMedical Center, Sylmar, CA May 2014-July 2014
Student Physical Therapist
Worked in an outpatient orthopedic setting
Evaluated orthopedic patients with a variety of injuries under supervision of the Clinical Instructor
Supervised exercise programs for patients with simple orthopedic problems
Documented all evaluation and follow-up visits and provided billing for all treatments
Provided an in-service presentation on identifying femoral acetabular impingement in patients and implementing
effective treatment to entire rehabilitation department
WORK EXPERIENCE
Department ofKinesiology,California State University, Northridge February 2015-December 2015
Research Assistant
Prepared gait lab equipment and assisted Kinesiology graduate students with thesis projects
Utilized, calibrated and collected data using Cortex Motion Analysis System program to arrange motion analysis
cameras and force plates for post-processing on research for specific body movements
Handled electrode EMG
Created a Cortex Motion Analysis Lab manual to help prospective students learn how to use the program
2. Associated Students (AS) Sports Clubs,California State University, Northridge November 2014-May 2016
Building Manager
Monitored various sports clubs during practices and game events
Confirmed every student is registered for each club and determined participation during practices and/or games
Responded to emergency situations such as injuries and provided CPR or First Aid if needed
The Helm Center for Pain Management,Laguna Hills, CA May 2012-July 2013
Surgery Scheduler,Front Desk Coordinator
Scheduled outpatient procedures including epidural steroid injections, spinal cord stimulator placements, trigger
point injections along with new patient evaluations
Managed doctors’ schedules and coordinated with nearby surgery centers
Obtained procedure authorizations and verified medical insurances
Collected co-pays, counted, and recorded amounts and numbers of transactions
Utilized EMR systems including EpicCare and AdvancedMD
UCItems,University of California, Irvine March 2009-May 2012
Student Manager
Recruited, trained, and supervised student workers
Arranged working shift schedules for student workers
Managed store activities and updated inventory regularly
Provided customer service and resolved customer complaints
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian,Newport Beach,CA November 2010-April 2012
Clinical Care Extender
Volunteered over 300 hours in patient hospital care
Assisted in departments such as Medical Pulmonary, Medical Surgical, Short Stay Unit, Labor and Delivery, Out-
Patient Rehabilitation, and In-Patient Rehabilitation
Shadowed and aided physical therapists and nurses
Participated in basic tasks such as bathing, changing and feeding patients
Koh Physical Therapy, Irvine, CA September 2010-December 2011
Physical Therapy Trainee
Volunteered over 500 hours in outpatient care
Recorded treatment and equipment used for each patient under direction and supervision of physical therapists
Instructed and assisted patients practicing exercises and functional activities under direction and supervision of
physical therapists
Performed clerical duties such as taking inventory, ordering supplies, answering telephone, taking messages,and
scheduling appointments
Contacted medical insurance companies to retrieve physical therapy benefits
CERTIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
American Heart Association BLS Certification (CPR & AED) Expires 02/2018
Computer: Proficient in Microsoft programs including Word, Powerpoint, Excel, etc.
Proficient in basic Spanish: reading, writing and speaking
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Physical Therapy Association
AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Biomechanics 40th
Annual Meeting, Presenter August 2016
Physical Therapy Club, Active Member August 2013- August 2016