Bri Stirrat

I received my Bachelor’s in Exercise Science with a minor in Psychology and a concentration in Interprofessional Education from Saint Louis University in May of 2023.  I am currently working towards my Doctorate in Physical Therapy in SLU’s 6-Year Accelerated Program in Physical Therapy with an anticipated graduation date of May 2025.

As a student physical therapist, I consider myself to be dependable, motivated, and accomplished.  I have developed a strong passion for this healthcare field and look forward to my future endeavors in and out of the workplace.

You have extensive hands-on experience in various physical therapy settings, including pelvic health, outpatient orthopedics, and sports rehabilitation. Your roles involved:

• Evaluating and treating patients under licensed PT supervision

• Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans

• Performing pelvic floor assessments and utilizing modalities like biofeedback

• Educating patients on posture, body mechanics, and recovery strategies

• Maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with clinic policies

Your internships at Northwestern Medicine, Athletico, SSM Health, Advanced Training & Rehab, and your role as a Physical Therapy Aide at Midwest Orthopedics at Rush have given you well-rounded exposure to different PT specialties.

Healthcare & Administrative Experience

As a Clinic Receptionist at Midtown Back and Neck Center, you gained experience in the administrative side of healthcare, including:

• Insurance claim submissions

• Appointment scheduling

• Managing patient-provider interactions

Customer Service & Hospitality

Your earlier roles as a Hospitality Associate (Wellbridge) and Retail Associate (Gap) developed your communication, organization, and customer service skills, which are valuable for patient interaction in physical therapy.

Key Strengths & Skills:

• Physical therapy expertise (manual therapy, patient education, exercise prescription)

• Interpersonal communication & patient care

• Administrative efficiency (scheduling, documentation, insurance claims)

• Strong organizational and customer service skills

Your experience makes you well-prepared for a career in physical therapy, blending clinical knowledge with administrative and interpersonal strengths. Let me know if you want to tweak or emphasize any aspect!

Doctor of Physical Therapy Student at Saint Louis University