Ryan Johnson

To develop into a trusted advisor to sports medicine professionals, providing valuable insights and solutions to improve outcomes and drive business growth.

Physical Therapist Assistant at Orthopedic Institute (2021-02 – Present)

Work with patients of all diagnosis in the outpatient setting.

• Exposure to a variety of manual and therapeutic exercise techniques
• Performed and observed therapeutic exercise, therapeutic activity, neuro-re education, canalith repositioning, and more
• Utilize modalities when warranted (E-stim, Ultrasound, Thermo agents)
• Safely instruct and monitor patients through therapeutic exercise
• Work collaboratively with clinical instructors, supervising Physical Therapist, and other staff

Exercise Specialist/ Physiologist at Sanford Health Cardiac Rehab (2018-02 – 2019-05)

• Work with phase 1, 2, and 3 cardiac rehab patients
• Identify client's cardiovascular and musculoskeletal needs while tracking progress
• Provide exercise testing and prescription
• Monitor vital signs in response to exercise
• Analyze and interpret EKGs and Echocardiogram reports
• Work collaboratively with Physicians, Surgeons, Nurses, and insurance companies

On Site Personal Trainer at Planet Fitness (2017-08 – 2017-05)

• Work with clients of all ages, physical conditions, and injury considerations
• Efficiently modify exercises for optimal safety and benefit of clientele
• Manage busy schedule at a gym with over 10,000 members
• Marketed myself with the help of other employees to promote my services
• Promoted club products, services, and reputation

AAS in Physical Therapy Assistant – Western Iowa Tech (2021-05)

Bachelor of Science in Sports Exercise Science – West Texas A&M (2017)