This document contains Jessica Shumaker's contact information, education history, professional development experience, physical therapy clinical experience, additional work experience, professional memberships, and a note about references being available upon request. It outlines her Masters of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Saskatchewan, Bachelor of Education degree from UBC, and Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UBC Okanagan. Her clinical experience includes working in pelvic health, cardiac surgery, stroke rehabilitation, and outpatient settings.

1. Jessica Shumaker
Cellular: 306-203-9747
Email: Jessica_shumaker@hotmail.com
Education
2013-2015 University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
Masters of Physical Therapy
2007 - 2008 University of British Columbia
Vancouver,B.C.
Bachelor of Education
Elementary School Option
2002 - 2007 University of British Columbia Okanagan
Kelowna,B.C.
Bachelor of Arts degree
Major in Psychology,Minor in English
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
Introductory to Pelvic Health Course: Taught by Dr. Stephanie Madill May, 2015
Major project: How is urinary Incontinence and low back pain linked to a number of otherchronic health
conditions? Aug 2013-
Present
PHYSICAL THERAPY CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Kelowna General Hospital, BC. Acute Care- Cardiac Surgery Nov 2015- May 2016
Worked with cardiac surgery patients in acute hospitalsetting.Taught pre and post operative class and educated
patients on breathing exercises, coughing,rolling, positioning, and importance of ambulating. Also worked casually
in ICU.
City Hospital- Saskatoon, SK. Pelvic Health Experience.
Worked with women who had 3rd and 4th degree vaginal tears due to childbirth, as well as individuals with urinary
incontinence and pelvic pain. Performed internal anal and vaginal assessments and provided treatment based of
these assessments.Treatment consisted ofpelvic exercises, deep tendon friction around scar area, lifestyle changes,
and strategies to avoid leakage such as the urge curve.
Saint Pauls Hospital- Saskatoon, SK. Cardio Respiratory Experience Mar 16- April 17, 2015
Educated pre-operative patients on breathing exercises, coughing,rolling, positioning,and importance of
ambulating. Worked with post-operative patients and patients on the medicine ward. Treatment included postural
drainage, manual therapy, breathing exercises, ambulation, and tilt board activities.
Summit Physiotherapy- Prince Albert, SK. Outpatient MSK, mixed caseload Feb 9 - Mar 3, 2015
Worked with wide variety of conditions such as post MVA, Osteogenesis Imperfecta, and fractures. Experience
working with WCB and SGI clients.

2. Toronto Rehabilitation Institute- Toronto, On. Neuro Stroke Rehab Jan 5 – Feb 6, 2015
Worked with stroke patients performing rehabilitation tasks which included, vehicle transfers, sit to stand,stairs,
ambulation, and scanning exercises. Used Chedoke-Mcmaster, Berg Balance, 6 minute walk test,Sub maximal VO2
Test, COVS, and performed outdoorassessments.
CBI: Erindale- Saskatoon, SK. Outpatient MSK, mixed caseload Oct 6 - Oct 31, 2014
Worked with wide variety of conditions including post surgical patients,falls, and patients with cancer. Experience
working with WCB and SCI clients.
Watrous District Health Complex/Humboldt District Hospital, Watrous and Humboldt, SK. Inpatient mixed
caseload April 14 - May 9, 2014
Worked with patients who had post knee replacement, post hip replacement, and diabetic neuropathy. In addition,
worked with elderly individuals and individuals who were bariatric. Helped patients with ambulation, stairs, and
vehicle transfers.
ADDITIONAL WORK/VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:
Physiotherapy Assistant- Kelowna, Canada, Mountain View Village Jan 15 - Aug 15, 2012
Worked with individuals by mental and physical disabilities. Implemented exercise programs described by the
physiotherapist and provided company for clients. Completed administrative duties such as time keeping and
records for patients.
Teacher- Jinshitan, China, Dalian Maple leaf Senior High School, Aug 2008 - June, 2011
Taught English 10, 11, Physical Education 10,11, and 12. Movement 12 (An alternative to P.E. 12. Included
kickboxing, yoga,dance, pilates, and games.) Planning 10, Grad transitions 10. Introductory Social Studies and
English 10. Coached ultimate Frisbee and board member for Network of Performance Based Schools.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND ASSOCIATIONS:
Canadian Physical Therapy Association Member since 2013
Saskatchewan Physical Therapy Association Member since 2013
REFERENCES: available upon request