Kari G. Hoerig, PTA is a licensed physical therapy assistant (PTA). Kari provides treatment at Physical Therapy and Vestibular Rehabilitation Fort Worth. She has treated patients alongside Samantha Johnson, DPT for the last 3 years. She graduated from Texas Woman’s University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and received her PTA license in 2017. Prior to her collegiate studies, she worked as a Therapeutic Massage Therapist in the DFW area for over 15 years focusing on postural distortion and myofascial release. She is passionate about body work and patient care. She spends her time at home gardening, cooking, and spending time with her family. Kari enjoys traveling with her husband on cruises and loves to scuba dive as much as possible.
Kari G. Hoerig, PTA – Curriculum Vitae
Physical Therapist Assistant
Specializing in bodywork focused on pain relief, rehabilitation and wellness
Profile
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with 15 years of bodywork experience and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology; eager to use acquired knowledge of bodywork and rehabilitation to improve the lives of patients by providing quality care focused on education and improving wellness through therapy and the power of human touch.
Summary Of Qualifications
- Recognized by clients and team for caring attitude
- Eager to learn and grow in order to provide the best experience
- Effective communicator and problem solver
Therapeutic Massage
Client Assessment
Wellness and Pain Relief
Team Building
Quality Care
Customer Service
Education
Associate Degree PTA Program, Brightwood College – Dallas, Texas – Graduated 2017
Bachelor of Science Kinesiology, Texas Woman’s University – Denton, Texas – Graduated 2014
Associate of Science Degree, Tarrant County College – Fort Worth, Texas – Graduated 2012
Massage Training, Texas Massage Institute – Haltom City, Texas – 2004-2005
Certification
Licensed Massage Therapist, Texas Department of State Health Services – 2005 – 2017
Professional Experience
Curnyn Physical Therapy – Fort Worth, Texas – 2017- Present
Physical Therapist Assistant
- Treat patients under supervision of PT
- Patient education
- Supervise physical therapy technicians
HEB Cardiac Rehab and Fitness Center – Bedford, Texas – 2014 – 2016
Massage Therapist
- Educate members and community on benefits of massage therapy
- Give massages by appointment or walk-in needs
PRN Fitness Specialist
- Perform fitness assessments on new and existing members including vitals
- Help to set fitness goals and give orientations for cardiovascular exercise and weight training
- Reprogramming of workout cards for former members
- Daily focus on cleanliness and safety for members and staff
Undergraduate Internship
- 350 hours interning in Corporate Fitness and Cardiac Rehab
- Gained practical experience in the fields of cardiac rehabilitation and corporate fitness
- Performed fitness assessments on new and existing members including vitals
- Developed exercise prescriptions for cardiac rehab patients
Advanced Therapeutic Massage – Keller, Texas – 2008 – 2013
Licensed Massage Therapist
- Developed strong relationships with clients and provided quality care focused on therapeutic massage
- Specialties: postural distortion, pain relief, deep tissue, neuromuscular therapy, post-rehab and wellness
- Integral part of office team, involved in scheduling, sales and community events
Coldwater Creek Spa – Highland Village, Texas – 2006 – 2009
Lead Massage Therapist
- Created excellent experience for clients through friendly and helpful attitude
- Supervised and mentored team of 12 therapists to deliver clients a relaxing and rejuvenating experience
- Promoted to key carrying manager in charge of opening spa and handling money
Professional Affiliations
American Physical Therapy Association – 2016
- Joined as a PTA student to keep up with current trends in physical therapy
American College of Sports Medicine – 2014 – 2015
- Introduced to the ACSM as an undergraduate to keep up with what is going on in the sports medicine world
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Orchid Scheduling Software, Compete Scheduling Software, Clinicient EMR and Billing Software for Therapists , Theraoffice EMR
Crossroads, Life after Spinal Cord Injury Inc. (Non-Profit Board Member)
- Helping to empower and educate spinal cord injury victims and their families about home modifications, adaptive equipment, and events to live life to the fullest
Senior Companion (1800+ hrs) – 2005 – Present
- Help with daily living chores
- Provide transportation for errand running
- Grocery shopping and delivery
Professional Development
Continuing Education in addition to 450 hours of massage schooling and 11+ years of experience
- Brachial Plexus Decompression
- Table Thai Massage
- Medical Massage (Abdominal, upper extremity/carpal tunnel syndrome, knee, ankle, and foot)
- Somatics for Chronic Postural Distortion
- Post Event Sports Massage
- Critz Technique for Rehabilitation and Acute Injury
- Swedish /Deep Tissue
- Pelvic Stabilization
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Hot Stone Therapy
- Myofascial Release
- Prenatal
- Reflexology
- Gross Anatomy Nerve Innervations
- Safe Massage Therapy for people with Cancer
- Kinesiology Taping