Colleen Skelton
Clarksville
Summary
Dynamic Physical Therapist with expertise in orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation, etc. A motivated team player, I excel in patient care and communication, achieving significant improvements in mobility and quality of life. Certified in LSVT-Big, I am dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through innovative treatment strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
Bronson Battle Creek Outpatient Rehab
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Specialized in orthopedic and neurological diagnosis at Bronson, with additional experience in vestibular and chronic headache rehabilitation.
- Achieved LSVT-Big certification to enhance therapy effectiveness.
- Assisted in acute care rehabilitation as needed during weekdays and weekends.
Coach/Intern
USA Michigan Volleyball Club
01.2016 - 01.2024
- Gathered information, contacted schools, and traveled to present club programs to potential members.
- Led 14-U Elite team as Head Coach during 2018/2019 season.
- 2019/2020 16-U Blue team Head Coach
- 2020/2021 14-U Blue team Head Coach
- 2021/2022 14-U Blue team Assistant Coach
- 2022/2023 14-U Velocity Head Coach
- 2023/2024 14-U Velocity Head Coach
CE3 – Acute Care
Bronson Methodist Hospital
01.2022 - 12.2022
CE2 – OP Neuro/Ortho mix
Northwest Hospital LaPorte, IN
01.2022 - 05.2022
PT Tech and HSV Internship Tech
Physical Therapy One
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Ensured clinic cleanliness and operational efficiency while managing front desk during lunch breaks.
- Assisted physical therapists during patient treatments and therapy sessions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
- Prepared and set up therapeutic modalities for patient use.
Head JV Volleyball Coach
Loy Norrix High School
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Head JV Volleyball Coach – 2019 season
- Assistant Varsity Coach – 2020 and 2021 season
CE1 – OP Ortho
Three Rivers Rehabilitation Pavilion
01.2021 - 03.2021
Learning center aid
Great Achievements Learning Center
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Supervised children before and after school and during summer sessions.
- Coordinated snack, play, and nap times to promote children's well-being and routine.
Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
Western Michigan University
01-2022
Bachelor’s Degree - Interdisciplinary Health Services with a focus in Physical Therapy
Western Michigan University
04-2020
Associates of Arts degree -
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
01-2018
Skills
- Patient rehabilitation
- Electronic medical records
- Project management
- Time management
- Detailed and organized
- Team player
- Great communicator
- Motivated
Certification
LSVT – Big cert for Parkinson’s Rehab
References
Available upon request.
Volunteer Experience
- Puppet Ministry at Bible Baptist Church, 2011-2018, Approximately six hours a week during the months of July and August.
- USA Michigan, 2016-2018, Varies but usually two-three days a week for two-four hours per day.
Leadership Experience
- Volunteer Coordinator, National Honor Society at Galesburg-Augusta High School, 2015-2016
- Captain, Women’s volleyball team at Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 2017-2018
- Coach, USA Michigan Volleyball, 2016-2018
- Head JV/Assistant Varsity Volleyball Coach, Loy Norrix High School, 2019-2021
- Onboarding Physical Therapist, Bronson, Current
- Clinical Instructor, Bronson, Current
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Bronson Battle Creek Outpatient Rehab
02.2023 - 05.2025
CE3 – Acute Care
Bronson Methodist Hospital
01.2022 - 12.2022
CE2 – OP Neuro/Ortho mix
Northwest Hospital LaPorte, IN
01.2022 - 05.2022
PT Tech and HSV Internship Tech
Physical Therapy One
01.2021 - 12.2021
CE1 – OP Ortho
Three Rivers Rehabilitation Pavilion
01.2021 - 03.2021
Head JV Volleyball Coach
Loy Norrix High School
01.2019 - 12.2021
Learning center aid
Great Achievements Learning Center
01.2019 - 12.2019
Coach/Intern
USA Michigan Volleyball Club
01.2016 - 01.2024
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
Western Michigan University
Bachelor’s Degree - Interdisciplinary Health Services with a focus in Physical Therapy
Western Michigan University
Associates of Arts degree -
Kalamazoo Valley Community College