Tyler C Shandra
Tyler C Shandra, SPT, CSCS
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EDUCATION
Doctorate of Physical Therapy, DPT Missoula, MT • Expected May 2020
University of Montana
Exercise Biology, BS Davis, CA • 2015
University of California, Davis
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) 2019-Present
CPR-BLS 2019-Present
Relevant Coursework: Treatment of the Injured Runner • Lower Extremity Eval and Exam • Pediatrics
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CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Reischl Physical Therapy • Outpatient Orthopedics Signal Hill, CA • Jan 2020-April 2020
Student Physical Therapist – 15 week clinical
• Performed effective evaluations using clinical reasoning to discover the source of each patients’ limitations
• Used a blend of manual techniques and individually prescribed exercises to return patients to their prior level of functioning as efficiently as possible
• Form custom foot orthotics with casting and modify over the counter orthotics to adjust foot posture during gait
• Treated a wide array of orthopedic diagnoses from total joint arthroplasties to non-surgical injuries
• Understand how multiple comorbidities affect a patient’s plan of care and tailor an individualized plan.
Western Province Rugby • Sports Orthopedics Cape Town, South Africa • May 2019- July 2019
Student Physical Therapist – 8 week clinical
• Effectively treat professional rugby athletes to return to play as quickly and safely as possible
• Returned an athlete to 90% of limb to limb symmetry following ACLR
• Use of joint mobilizations, soft tissue, progressive strengthening in both acute and chronic type injuries
• Created challenging exercises including proprioceptive techniques combined with strength training to keep athlete engaged and appropriately dosed.
• Evidence based treatments were highly encouraged to remain as effective as possible
Newport Nursing and Rehabilitation • Acute Care Newport CA • June 2018- August 2018
Student Physical Therapist – 8 week clinical
• Treated patients in an acute SNF including everything from orthopedic to neurological to cardiopulmonary populations
• Efficiently but safely increase patients function in ADLs through patient education and carefully dosed exercises to ensure a faster return to home
• Must be able to work with other healthcare professionals including OT, SLP, MD, and nursing to ensure successful treatment sessions
• Many complicating factors including multiple comorbidities, decreased activity tolerance, and medication interactions
University of Montana Clinic • Ortho • Neuro Missoula MT • March-May 2018, Oct-Dec 2019
Student Physical Therapist – 8 week integrated clinical each
• Full evaluation, examination, and treatment of each patient within depth discussion of clinical reasoning following each session to build expertise
• Performed full neurological and systems screen to determine if each patient is adequately treated by PT
• Effective means of cementing didactic knowledge with hands on use of techniques learned in the classroom
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with another student while providing high quality healthcare under direct supervision of our professors and clinicians
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RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
UM Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy Series Missoula MT • 2018-2020
Lead Administrative Assistant
• Ensure highest possible quality of continuing education for current PTs in the pacific northwest.
• Organize all materials necessary for each PT to create an effective learning environment.
• Maintain participant satisfaction to the highest level to form a quality continuing education course
Shriners Hospital for Children Sacramento, CA • 2014-2017
Research Assistant and Aide – 350 hours completed
• Assisted a top PT with an emphasis on burns and the use of silicone to minimize contractures post-surgery in pediatrics
• Aided pediatric PTs with treatment including proprioceptive feedback, coordination, and reflex integration with an emphasis in parent and patient education
• Attention to detail, adaptability, and meticulous work ethic are essential to success in pediatric physical therapy
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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Adaptive Workout Coach YMCA Missoula MT • 2018-2019
Wydaho Adaptive Cycles Volunteer Grand Tetons, WY • 2019
Healthy Kids Day Volunteer YMCA Missoula MT • 2018-2019
Speech and Language Pathology Observation Missoula MT • 2018
Geriatric Screening Technician Missoula MT • 2018
Parry Physical Therapy Lead Aide Sacramento CA • 2015-2017
Laguna Physical Therapy Aide Elk Grove CA • 2017
Tyler C Shandra, SPT, CSCS
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REFERENCES
Steve Reischl, PT, DPT, OCS
3292 E Willow St
Signal Hill CA 90755
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Jake Mischke, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT
32 Campus Dr
Missoula MT 59812
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Jaclyn Carson, PT, DPT
32 Campus Dr
Missoula MT 59812
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Tyler C Shandra, SPT, CSCS
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EDUCATION
Doctorate of Physical Therapy, DPT Missoula, MT • Expected May 2020
University of Montana
Exercise Biology, BS Davis, CA • 2015
University of California, Davis
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) 2019-Present
CPR-BLS 2019-Present
Relevant Coursework: Treatment of the Injured Runner • Lower Extremity Eval and Exam • Pediatrics
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Reischl Physical Therapy • Outpatient Orthopedics Signal Hill, CA • Jan 2020-April 2020
Student Physical Therapist – 15 week clinical
• Performed effective evaluations using clinical reasoning to discover the source of each patients’ limitations
• Used a blend of manual techniques and individually prescribed exercises to return patients to their prior level of functioning as efficiently as possible
• Form custom foot orthotics with casting and modify over the counter orthotics to adjust foot posture during gait
• Treated a wide array of orthopedic diagnoses from total joint arthroplasties to non-surgical injuries
• Understand how multiple comorbidities affect a patient’s plan of care and tailor an individualized plan.
Western Province Rugby • Sports Orthopedics Cape Town, South Africa • May 2019- July 2019
Student Physical Therapist – 8 week clinical
• Effectively treat professional rugby athletes to return to play as quickly and safely as possible
• Returned an athlete to 90% of limb to limb symmetry following ACLR
• Use of joint mobilizations, soft tissue, progressive strengthening in both acute and chronic type injuries
• Created challenging exercises including proprioceptive techniques combined with strength training to keep athlete engaged and appropriately dosed.
• Evidence based treatments were highly encouraged to remain as effective as possible
Newport Nursing and Rehabilitation • Acute Care Newport CA • June 2018- August 2018
Student Physical Therapist – 8 week clinical
• Treated patients in an acute SNF including everything from orthopedic to neurological to cardiopulmonary populations
• Efficiently but safely increase patients function in ADLs through patient education and carefully dosed exercises to ensure a faster return to home
• Must be able to work with other healthcare professionals including OT, SLP, MD, and nursing to ensure successful treatment sessions
• Many complicating factors including multiple comorbidities, decreased activity tolerance, and medication interactions
University of Montana Clinic • Ortho • Neuro Missoula MT • March-May 2018, Oct-Dec 2019
Student Physical Therapist – 8 week integrated clinical each
• Full evaluation, examination, and treatment of each patient within depth discussion of clinical reasoning following each session to build expertise
• Performed full neurological and systems screen to determine if each patient is adequately treated by PT
• Effective means of cementing didactic knowledge with hands on use of techniques learned in the classroom
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with another student while providing high quality healthcare under direct supervision of our professors and clinicians
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
UM Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy Series Missoula MT • 2018-2020
Lead Administrative Assistant
• Ensure highest possible quality of continuing education for current PTs in the pacific northwest.
• Organize all materials necessary for each PT to create an effective learning environment.
• Maintain participant satisfaction to the highest level to form a quality continuing education course
Shriners Hospital for Children Sacramento, CA • 2014-2017
Research Assistant and Aide – 350 hours completed
• Assisted a top PT with an emphasis on burns and the use of silicone to minimize contractures post-surgery in pediatrics
• Aided pediatric PTs with treatment including proprioceptive feedback, coordination, and reflex integration with an emphasis in parent and patient education
• Attention to detail, adaptability, and meticulous work ethic are essential to success in pediatric physical therapy
__________________________________________________________________________________________
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Adaptive Workout Coach YMCA Missoula MT • 2018-2019
Wydaho Adaptive Cycles Volunteer Grand Tetons, WY • 2019
Healthy Kids Day Volunteer YMCA Missoula MT • 2018-2019
Speech and Language Pathology Observation Missoula MT • 2018
Geriatric Screening Technician Missoula MT • 2018
Parry Physical Therapy Lead Aide Sacramento CA • 2015-2017
Laguna Physical Therapy Aide Elk Grove CA • 2017
Tyler C Shandra, SPT, CSCS
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REFERENCES
Steve Reischl, PT, DPT, OCS
3292 E Willow St
Signal Hill CA 90755
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Jake Mischke, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT
32 Campus Dr
Missoula MT 59812
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Jaclyn Carson, PT, DPT
32 Campus Dr
Missoula MT 59812
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