Olivia Reddick
Omaha
Summary
Detail-oriented Physical Therapist Assistant with hands-on experience treating diverse patient populations, including post-surgical, neurological, and orthopedic conditions. Demonstrates clinical judgment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to improving mobility, independence, and quality of life through individualized treatment plans.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Beverage Cart Attendant & Server
The Players Club
Omaha
05.2024 - Current
- Delivered friendly, attentive service to a diverse clientele, strengthening communication and interpersonal skills essential for patient care.
- Managed high-volume environments with calm, efficient multitasking, maintaining accuracy and professionalism during busy periods.
- Built strong rapport quickly, creating a positive experience for guests.
- Handled transactions, restocking, and inventory with reliability and attention to detail.
- Resolved guest concerns promptly and professionally, demonstrating empathy, active listening, and effective conflict resolution.
Physical Therapist Assistant Student
Dignity Health East Valley Rehab Hospital
Gilbert
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Led gait, balance, and functional training with a focus on biomechanical alignment and safe movement patterns.
- Applied modalities such as cryotherapy, thermotherapy, neuromuscular re-education, and electrical stimulation as appropriate to plan of care.
- Treated patients with neurologic, orthopedic, and medically complex diagnoses, including CVA, TBI, SCI, joint replacements, and deconditioning.
- Conducted gait training, transfer training, and balance interventions using assistive devices such as walkers, canes, and parallel bars.
- Led therapeutic exercise programs to improve strength, endurance, coordination, and functional independence.
- Assisted patients in performing ADL-related mobility, focusing on safety, task breakdown, and functional carryover.
- Performed bed mobility, sit-to-stand training, wheelchair mobility, and stair negotiation to support discharge preparation.
- Monitored vitals, patient response, and safety awareness.
Physical Therapist Assistant Student
Foothills Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine
Gilbert
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Assisted in treating a wide range of orthopedic and sports-related conditions, including post-operative patients, athletes, and active adults.
- Performed therapeutic exercise progression for strength, mobility, and return-to-sport goals, adjusting programs based on patient response and tolerance.
- Provided manual therapy techniques under PT supervision, including soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization preparation, and stretching.
Physical Therapist Technician
Makovicka Physical Therapy
Omaha
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Ensured clinic hygiene and facilitated patient exercises, enhancing recovery experiences.
- Organized therapy setups and documented daily progress, improving treatment efficiency.
- Supported therapists by maintaining clean and prepared environments, boosting patient satisfaction.
Physical Therapist Assistant Student
Brookestone Home Health
Elkhorn
01.2025
- Documented treatment sessions accurately and efficiently while learning home-health-specific communication and scheduling systems.
- Collaborated closely with supervising PT and interdisciplinary staff to ensure continuity of care and goal progression.
- Assisted with strengthening programs, therapeutic exercises, transfer training, and endurance conditioning for older adults and patients with chronic conditions.
- Conducted home safety checks and made recommendations to reduce fall risk and improve functional accessibility.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Clarkson College
Omaha, NE08-2025
Concentration in Kinesiology
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NESkills
- Problem solving
- Documentation
- Flexible
- Empathetic
- Multitasking
- Patient care
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Accountable
- Innovative
- Patient rapport building
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association, Clarkson College, 11/01/25-11/01/27
Additional Information
- American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
- American Physical Therapy Association,Nebraska chapter (APTA NE)
- MS Forward, Omaha, NE, 09/01/23, 03/01/25
- Heartland Neurological Therapy and Wellness Center, 05/01/24
- Pediatric Therapy Center, 03/01/25
- Healthcare Heroes Program, 09/01/24-12/01/24
- Mary McMillan Scholarship Award Nominee, APTA, 2025
- Community Service Award/Cord, 01/01/21
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant Student
Dignity Health East Valley Rehab Hospital
06.2025 - 08.2025
Physical Therapist Assistant Student
Foothills Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine
05.2025 - 06.2025
Physical Therapist Assistant Student
Brookestone Home Health
01.2025
Beverage Cart Attendant & Server
The Players Club
05.2024 - Current
Physical Therapist Technician
Makovicka Physical Therapy
01.2023 - 10.2023
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Clarkson College
Concentration in Kinesiology
University of Nebraska At Omaha