1. Dr. Paul F. Kruchesky, PT, DPT
Krucheskyp00@students.ecu.edu |919.810.8261
2119 Sir Norman Court | Greenville, North Carolina 27858
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OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position as a physical therapist utilizing my clinical skills to serve diverse populations, provide
the highest quality care, and contribute to the learning experiences of current and future physical therapy
students.
EDUCATION
East Carolina University Doctorate in Physical Therapy May 2015
Greenville, NC
East Carolina University Bachelor of Science in Design May 2005
Greenville, NC Minor in Business Administration
CLINICAL ROTATIONS
Kinetic PT & Wellness, Greenville, NC Outpatient Rehabilitation January 2015-March 2015 (10 weeks)
 Primary patient population included orthopedic conditions, neurologic conditions, and cardiac
conditions in the outpatient and home health setting
 Provided in-service on common foot types, shoes, and over the counter orthotics
Golden Living Center, Greenville, NC Skilled Nursing Facility May 2014-July 2014 (8 weeks)
 Primary patient population included medically complex geriatric patients with various
musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions and cognitive dysfunction
 Provided in-service on the pharmacology impact on physical therapy for three of the more
common diagnoses encountered in the facility.
Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC Acute Care October 2013-December 2013 (8 weeks)
 Primary patient population included post-op cardiac and vascular conditions
 Provided in-service, with a fellow classmate, on the continuum of care, from acute to inpatient
rehab, of a medically complex patient post-op cardiac condition
Vidant Beaufort, Washington, NC Outpatient Rehabilitation March 2013-May 2013 (6 weeks)
 Primary patient population included orthopedic conditions, spinal conditions, total joint
replacement and wound care
 Provided in-service on total shoulder arthroplasty procedures and intervention
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
FootCentric Foot and Ankle Continuing Education
Arthritic, Diabetic, Neuropathic Foot Durham, NC August 12-13, 2014
Athletic to Decrepit Chapel Hill, NC September 13-14, 2014
To Stabilize or Mobilize Chapel Hill, NC November 8-9, 2014
Children and Their Feet Holly Springs, NC February 21-22, 2015
 Training on evaluation and treatment of the foot conditions through the entire lifespan, as well as
general stabilization techniques with footwear and orthoses
 Each 16 contact hr. course presented by: Patricia Pande, PT, MCLSc, Cped, CSCS

2. Dr. Paul F. Kruchesky, PT, DPT
Krucheskyp00@students.ecu.edu |919.810.8261
2119 Sir Norman Court | Greenville, North Carolina 27858
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Wake Med Inpatient Rehab Raleigh, NC May 2011-May 2012
Clinical Aide
 Assist PT, OT, and SLP staff with treatment, patient transport and cleaning/organizing gym areas
 Coordinated daily meetings of clinical aide staff for coverage of daily responsibilities and
communicating important information
 Trained new employees and volunteers on aide duties and company policies
 Performed weekly inventory of supplies and DME to ensure continuous work flow and optimal
patient care
VOLUNTEER/COMMUNITY SERVICE
Ambucs/Amtryke Greenville, NC October 2013-present
 Assisted clinical staff in fitting, building, and adjusting adaptive bicycles for children with disabilities
 Assisted with set-up and take down of bike day events
Trot for Trykes 5K Greenville, NC April 2015
 Assisted with set up and directing traffic/runners during the race
Free Your Feet Clinic Greenville, NC November 2014
 Organized, marketed, trained volunteers, fitted and provided shoes for the economically
disadvantaged (mainly homeless veterans) in conjunction with 2 classmates
 Provided follow-up presentation as part of health promotions course
Carolina Hurricane’s Preseason Camp Raleigh, NC July 2014
 Assisted clinicians and training staff in providing screening for rookie camp
Relay for Life Greenville, NC April 2014
 Provided back rubs for donations to raise money for cancer research
 Assisted in set-up and organization for ECU pre-Physical Therapy Club station
Pitt County Senior Games Greenville, NC April 2013
 Student volunteer as referee of pickle ball competition
Habitat for Humanity Raleigh, NC/Greenville, NC August 2006-March 2013
 Assisted with building single family homes for families with financial need
AFFILIATIONS
APTA/NCPTA September 2012-present
 North Carolina Chapter
 Section: Research, Orthopedics
ECU Physical Therapy Club August 2012-present
(Class of 2015 president August 2012-August 2013)
 Duties included coordinating fundraisers, presiding of club meetings, distribution of important
information between faculty and students, organizing club volunteer activities
ECU College of Allied Health Student Leadership Council August 2012-August 2013
 Activities included planning and coordination of lunch and learns, conferences, departmental
showcases and mixers that promote interdisciplinary communication and cooperation