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1. Kristin Smith
415 E 16th St Mishawaka, IN 46544
kristinsmith265@gmail.com
(810) 441-6686
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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: Universityof Michigan- Flint MI
Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2013
GPA 8.0/9.0
Grand Valley State University- Allendale MI
Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude, 2010
Major: Health Professions Minor: Aging and Adult Life
Deans List Honors (7 Semesters) GPA 3.8/4.0
Continuing Education
Upledger 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 research
10 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, IN
Provide 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, MI
In-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

2. Kristin Smith
415 E 16th St Mishawaka, IN 46544
kristinsmith265@gmail.com
(810) 441-6686
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8/2011-12/2012: Graduate Student Research Assistant. Flint, MI
Presented 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, OH
Performed acute care evaluations, some treatments, interdisciplinary cooperation
5/2012: SPT, McLaren Outpatient, Lapeer, MI
Entry to professional patient care, began individual patient care
8/ 2011-12/2012: Class Officer, University of Michigan - Flint, MI
Acted 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