CASSANDRA KERKMAN
Lincoln
Summary
Recognized for empathetic communication and effective team collaboration across diverse healthcare settings. Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams to efficient patient-centered care, achieving notable improvements in satisfaction and recovery rates. Eager to drive clinical excellence by combining hands-on orthopedic experience with a passion for health education and continuous learning.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Health Technician
United States Air National Guard
Lincoln, NE
08.2010 - Current
- Support of homeland and global mission
- Assisted and led medical component of multiple state side operations including Operation Lone Star and COVID strike teams with continual recognition by joint forces for hard work and dependability
- Demonstrated excellence in all training including graduating with honors at basic training as well as coveted distinguished graduate and Dean’s list at two separate technical training schools
- Held multiple leadership positions throughout career including shop supervisor for clinical engineering, NCOIC of entomology and food safety program, and lead ANAM coordinator/facilitator
Physical Therapist
VA Health Care System
Lincoln, NE
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Developed personalized treatment plans for Veteran population to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize Veteran care and rehabilitation strategies.
- Utilized advanced therapeutic modalities, including ultrasound and electrical stimulation, to facilitate healing.
- Educated Veterans on injury prevention techniques and effective home exercise programs to promote long-term health.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve treatment effectiveness and align with industry standards.
Physical Therapist
Makovicka Physical Therapy
Lincoln, NE
10.2023 - 12.2025
- Focusing on advanced rehabilitation techniques, fostering a positive and energetic environment
- Works with wide range of orthopedic injuries from individuals aged 10 through the lifespan empowering patients with tailored treatment plans
- Use of Medbridge account to keep up with and learn new techniques/practices
- Fills role of lead physical therapist and supervisor in director’s absence
Physical Therapist
Select Physical Therapy
Greenwood Village, CO
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Focused on orthopedic and sports injuries, providing patient-centered care.
- Independently performed initial evaluations, diagnosis, plans of care, and follow up visits for direct access, federal and private insurance companies
- Collaborated with orthopedic surgeons to optimize post-surgical rehabilitation protocols.
- Attended monthly seminars on topics such as BFR, LLLT, and other interventions to stay up to date with latest treatment techniques
Physical Therapy Technician
Panorama Physical Therapy
Highlands Ranch, CO
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Treated patients under supervision of Physical Therapist in various exercises and equipment modalities
- Prepared treatment rooms, tables, and exercise equipment for patients
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Iowa
Iowa City, United States12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Colorado at Denver
Denver, CO12-2019
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Rehabilitation Techniques
- Orthopedic Therapy
- Sports Injury Management
- Geriatric Care
- Team Leadership
- Research and Development
- Health Education
- Functional Dry Needling
- BFR
- Physical activity promotion
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Balance training
- Clinical reasoning
Certification
- Functional Dry Needling Level 1A and 1B
- Offered by Select Physical Therapy, focusing on innovative treatment techniques.
Timeline
Physical Therapist
VA Health Care System
02.2026 - 05.2026
Physical Therapist
Makovicka Physical Therapy
10.2023 - 12.2025
Physical Therapist
Select Physical Therapy
02.2023 - 08.2023
Physical Therapy Technician
Panorama Physical Therapy
05.2018 - 08.2018
Public Health Technician
United States Air National Guard
08.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Colorado at Denver
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Iowa
STRENGTHS
- Empathetic Communication: Excelled in building patient rapport, resulting in increased patient satisfaction
- Innovative Treatment Planning: Developed unique treatment plans for over 200 patients, significantly reducing recovery time.