Hannah Cook
3421 Meadowlark Drive, Edgewood, KY 41018 • (859) 760-6484 • cookh3@mail.uc.edu
https://hannahcookspt.weebly.com/
OBJECTIVE
Aspiring entry level physical therapist actively seeking a full-time position working with a geriatric
patient population. Committed to providing holistic and patient-centered care utilizing interprofessional
collaboration, evidence-based interventions, and continued education to optimize patient outcomes.
EDUCATION
Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Cincinnati Expected: April
2024
GPA: 3.885
Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science, Eastern Kentucky University Earned: May
2021
Graduated: Summa Cum Laude
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Cincinnati Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH January 2024 – March 2024
Outpatient – Proposed
Jewish Hospital, Cincinnati, OH August 2023 – October
2023
Outpatient
Actively participated in monthly staff meetings, contributing valuable insights and ideas related to
team goals, productivity, and patient outcomes which led to the development of effective
strategies to enhance clinic outcomes.
Adapted to various patient presentations, including co-morbidities, pain severity, level of
neurological involvement, and biopsychosocial implications while consistently delivering safe and
effective care.
Observed and participated in the development of treatment plans within the realm of neurological,
parkinsonian, vestibular, lymphedema, and onocology physical therapy.
Carespring Rehabilitation Faciltiy, Florence, KY May 2023 – July 2023
Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Conducted an in-service on strategies to combat burnout within the healthcare sector, initiating a
process of self-reflection among all members of the interprofessional team and adoption of
improved self-care practices.
Excelled in co-evaluations with occupational therapists, enhancing both knowledge and
communication within the interprofessional team, resulting in an elevated standard of patient care.
Benchmark Physical Therapy, Florence, KY June 2022 – August 2022
Outpatient
Employed strong time management skills in a fast paced environment; effectively treated multiple
patients at once, as validated by postive-reported outcomes from patients.
Shared evidence-based treatment ideas on therapeutic moodalities with the Clinic Director which
led to change in protocol that improved patient care.
Hannah Cook
3421 Meadowlark Drive, Edgewood, KY • (859) 760-6484 • cookh3@mail.uc.edu
https://hannahcookspt.weebly.com/
Observed pelvic floor and vestibular therapy which enhanced my current knowledge of the use of
specialties within physical therapy
WORK EXPERIENCE
Skyline Chili, Erlanger, KY August 2021 – Present
Server
Server for popular resturaunt providing exceptional customer service; enhanced multi-task skills
including serving, checkout, and managing the line.
INVOLVEMENT / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
American Physical Therapy Association, Member July 2021 – Present
Utilized available evidence-based resources to implement in clinical practice and remain informed
of the latest developments of the profession.
Academy of Geriatrics House of Delegates, Student Volunteer May 2023 – July 2023
Contributed feedback to the Academy of Geriatrics House of delegates committee regarding
motions, charges, and candidacy of ongoing representation at the national level culminating in the
National House of Delegates.
UC DPT Admissions, Ambassador September 2023 – December
2023
Analyzed prospective student essays and cover letters and relayed feedback to faculty.
Bridge to the Pig, Director of Program Management September 2022 – December
2022
Advocated for and introduced new adapted event to the Cincinnati Flying Pig marathon.
Coordinated the development of regimented training programs for handcycling athletes planning
to compete in the Flying Pig.
Adapt & Thrive Soccer Program Planning, Volunteer May
2022
Participated in the programming and management of activities for a new adaptive soccer program
to increase awareness and access to adaptive sports in Cincinnati.
Special Olympics, Coach August 2018 – May
2021
Advocated for and provided education about the mission of physical therapy through volunteering
with the Special Olympics of Madison County.
Eastern Kentucky University Track and Field, Member August 2017– May
2021
Committed 30+ hours per week to practice and year-long competitions which enhanced my
understanding of team collaboration and time management.
COURSES & CERTIFICATIONS
American Heart Association CPR Certification 2021 to
Present
Certified Adaptive Recreation and Sports Specialist II, Blaze Sports Institute 2022 to Present
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Hannah Cook
3421 Meadowlark Drive, Edgewood, KY • (859) 760-6484 • cookh3@mail.uc.edu
https://hannahcookspt.weebly.com/
HIPAA Certification 2021 to
Present
OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Certification 2021 to
Present
Physical Therapy Considerations of COVID-19 in the Post-Acute Setting March 2023
APTA Telehealth Certificate Series January
2023
REFERENCES
Available Upon Request
Professional References
Lea Schmitt, PT
Benchmark Physical Therapy
Clinic Director
Cell: (859) 322-3204
Email: 4schmitts@gmail.com
Jennifer Roden, PT
Carespring Rehabilitation
Assistant Clinic Director, Rehabilitation Services
Cell: (513) 335-9180
Email: jenniferr@carespring.com
Patricia Ciarniello, PT, DPT, NCS
Jewish Hospital
Staff therapist
Cell: (513) 460-4604
Email: PCiarniello@mercy.com
Chris Allen, PT, DPT, DSc
University of Cincinnati
Associate Professor
Work: (513) 558-7477
Email: allen4ce@ucmail.uc.edu
