Madeline Smyth
Chicago
Summary
Ambitious and responsible student pursuing entry-level opportunities in physical therapy, equipped with strong executive functioning skills including adaptable thinking, effective planning, self-monitoring, time management, and organizational abilities. A collaborative team player committed to exceeding expectations and fostering a positive work environment. Currently enrolled as a sophomore at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, studying Kinesiology with a deep passion for helping others achieve health and wellness goals. Eager to leverage academic knowledge and interpersonal skills to make meaningful contributions in a professional setting.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapy Aide
PREP Performance Center
Chicago, IL
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Assisted physical therapists during patient treatments to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
- Prepared treatment areas by cleaning and organizing equipment, ensuring a safe and organized environment.
- Supported patient mobility exercises, promoting recovery and strength building.
- Implemented workflow improvements that enhanced efficiency in daily operations within the clinic.
- Assisted the front desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing documents, and processing payments.
- Increased patient engagement with therapeutic exercises through clear instruction, demonstration, and consistent encouragement.
- Educated patients on home exercise programs, improving adherence to rehabilitation protocols.
Baby / Pet Sitting
North Center, Chicago, IL
09.2020 - Current
- Responsible for the care of a child or pet
- Ensured care exceeded expectations, fun experience for the child/pet; provided parents with plenty of details afterwards
- Reliable to provide consistent service, including care for pets over multiple days
Holiday Market Volunteer
Bell School & North Center Neighborhood Association
Chicago, IL
12.2017 - 12.2022
- Assisted in running of an annual charity event, Bell Holiday Market, where K-8 students are able to purchase holiday gifts for their family as well as the NNA Winter Market
- Throughout the year, would acquire inventory (donated or purchased) and catalog in spreadsheet
- Manual labor moving inventory from storage to Bell school or Northcenter town square
- Merchandised inventory; assisted children with purchases
Education
Kinesiology Major
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, Urbana01.2028
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Amundsen High School
Chicago, IL01.2024
Skills
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Word
- Outlook
- Email management
- Excel spreadsheet management
Awards
Cross Country Awards (2020-2024), Sectional Basketball Champions (2022), Academic Honor Roll (2024)
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Kinesiology Major
Timeline
Physical Therapy Aide
PREP Performance Center
05.2025 - 09.2025
Baby / Pet Sitting
09.2020 - Current
Holiday Market Volunteer
Bell School & North Center Neighborhood Association
12.2017 - 12.2022
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Amundsen High School
Kinesiology Major
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign