James Thongkham
Chino Hills
Summary
Professional in varying healthcare fields with strong a foundation in patient support and therapeutic assistance. Known for adaptability in dynamic clinical settings and contributing to patient recovery processes. Highly collaborative team member focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes, maintaining high standards of care, and workflow efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapy Aide and Exercise Specialist
Empower Physical Therapy and Wellness
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Demonstrating, explaining, and integrating exercises to patients in their journey of physical recovery and wellness.
- Listening to patients’ frustrations with rehab and providing personalized solutions to help them persevere.
- Maintaining a pristine and well-stocked clinic to maximize efficiency and patient well-being.
Coach and Trainer
Play Smarter Basketball
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Instructed and elevated the basketball skills of students with ages ranging from 3 to 18.
- Devised drills and practices catered to team weaknesses and highlighting each athlete’s strengths while working within the unit
- Empowered athletes to work hard and practice both responsibility and accountability while training but more importantly in their daily lives at school and at home
Medical Assistant
Baldwin Park/Monterey Park Medical Clinic
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Implemented a new system for medical assistants and physicians to streamline patient care and inventory as per insurance needs
- Composed SOAP notes and ensured accurate prescription and referral orders
- Provided patients with information regarding their plan of care and its relation to their insurance to aid in necessities and timeline required for their treatment
Tutor and Mentor
Americorp, University Eastside Community Collaborative
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Worked with underserved schools in the Riverside community while providing aid to students in academics, arts, and humanistic ideals
- Provided mentorship to elementary school students and reinforced the values of learning and higher education
President
Phi Delta Epsilon International Medical Fraternity
04.2016 - 06.2019
- Organized and carried out philanthropic activities and fundraisers for Children’s Miracle Network raising over 40,000 dollars
- Improved communication skills through working with board members, maintaining member satisfaction, and
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA12-2026
No Degree - Post-Bacc
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA07-2023
No Degree - Post-Bacc
Riverside City College
Riverside, CA06-2020
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA05-2019
Skills
- Advanced in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- SOAP note documentation
- Patient education
- Compassionate
- Versatility and adaptability
- Customer communications
Highlander Excellence Scholarship
Scholarship for school tuition earned through a minimum 3.5 GPA requirement
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Physical Therapy Aide and Exercise Specialist
Empower Physical Therapy and Wellness
05.2022 - 11.2023
Coach and Trainer
Play Smarter Basketball
08.2021 - 11.2023
Medical Assistant
Baldwin Park/Monterey Park Medical Clinic
08.2021 - 05.2022
Tutor and Mentor
Americorp, University Eastside Community Collaborative
08.2018 - 08.2019
President
Phi Delta Epsilon International Medical Fraternity
04.2016 - 06.2019
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Azusa Pacific University
No Degree - Post-Bacc
Mt. San Antonio College
No Degree - Post-Bacc
Riverside City College
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of California, Riverside
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