+ TOM ERNST PT, MPT, OCS, COMT

Clinic Manager

Physical Therapist and Partner

“I enjoy practicing physical therapy because it is an opportunity to integrate the concepts of education, exercise, and wellness in a rehab plan. I’m excited about the opportunity to practice with OPTC because it is owned and operated by physical therapists that share my passion to provide the best care possible for each patient.”

Work Location:

• Crestview Hills / Chancellor Dr
• Independence
• Florence
• Dry Ridge

Education:

• BS, Rehabilitative Sciences, College of Mount St. Joseph
• Masters, Physical Therapy, College of Mount St. Joseph
• Graduate of Covington Catholic HS

Certifications:

• Certified provider of Work Well Functional Capacity Evaluations
• Certified full service provider for Atlas Ergonomics
• Board Certified Certified Orthopedic Specialist
• Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist

Continuing Education:

• Cervical & Lumbar Spine Evaluation
• Functional Capacity Evaluation Training
• Office and Transportation Ergonomics with Atlas Ergonomics
• High School & College Sports Medicine Conference
• Surgical & Rehab Advances in the Knee
• Modality use in Patient Care
• Rehabilitation for the Post Surgical Orthopaedic Patient
• The art and science of medical screening for physician referral
• MT3- Intermediate spinal seminar
• MT-ST Stabilization training seminar
• MT-O Evidence based orthopedic and diagnostic seminar
• Current review of minimally invasive spine surgery

Memberships:

• American Physical Therapy Association (Orthopaedic Section)

Personal Interests:

• Spending time with family and friends
• Outdoor activities – running , archery, hunting, fishing, camping, and boating

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken? Why?: My favorite vacation was to Lake Cumberland with my family on our boat. I love Lake Cumberland and being on the water fishing, skiing, swimming and boating with my family is the best.

My bucket list (three things I want to do before I die): Go to Hawaii with my wife and kids Sky dive Elk hunt with my bow

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: That is a tie between Doug Stange, editor of the infisherman (the guy fishes all the time and always catches a ton of big fish) or my wife. She stays home and gets to spend all day with our kids!

+ DANNY BOEHMKER MA, ATC, AT, lAT

Athletic Trainer

"From helmets to hard hats and cleats to steel toes, there are athletes everywhere we look. The 'industrial' athlete is just as important to keep healthy and fit. I look forward to continuing my professional career with Oxford off the field and keeping America at work!"

Work Location:

• Corporate

Education:

• MA, Integrative Studies- Healthcare Education, Northern Kentucky University
• BS, Athletic Training, Minor in Exercise Science, Northern Kentucky University

Clinical Experience:

• Northern Kentucky University Athletics
• Men's/Women's Tennis
• Men's Basketball
• Cheerleading
• Cross Country/ Track
• Cincinnati Bengals Training Camp 2010

Memberships:

• National Athletic Trainer's Association
• Kentucky Athletic Trainer's Association
• Professional Rescuer- American Red Cross

Personal Interests:

• Golf
• Bengals and Reds
• Traveling
• Hanging out with family and friends

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken? Why?: Going to the Masters in 2012 with my dad.

My bucket list (three things I want to do before I die):

• Go to an exotic island
• Play golf on a course on the ocean
• Become a millionaire

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: I would trade places with a professional athlete to be able to make millions to play a sport.

+ KYLE RAINEY MHA, LAT, ATC

Athletic Trainer

“Being an Athletic Trainer is an exciting career because it allows me to connect with and improve quality of life for not only patients and athletes, but Industrial Athletes in America’s workforce.”

Work Location:

• Corporate

Education:

• Masters of Health Administration, MHA, from Cincinnati University
• BA in Science, Graduated Cum Laude, Concentration in Athletic Training, from Marshall University

Certifications:

• Nationally Certified Athletic Trainer through the BOC
• Licensed AT in Ohio through the Ohio OTATPT Board
• Licensed AT in Kentucky through the Kentucky Medical Board
• Licensed AT in Indiana through The Indiana Athletic Trainer Board

Memberships:

• National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA)

Personal Interests:

• Running and Weightlifting
• Music
• Spending time with family and friends

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken? Why?: My favorite vacation I have ever taken was when I went to Jamaica on a mission trip. Beautiful island, culture, and don't forget great food!

My bucket list (three things I want to do before I die):

• Travel across Europe
• Run in a marathon
• Start a family

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: My 2 dogs, because they get to stay home all day, and are wife’s favorite!

+ MINDY PRIMM-WILLIAMS MS, ATC, ATL

Industrial Athletic Trainer

"Faith, Hope, and Love."

Work Location:

• Corporate

Education:

• Masters of Science, Ohio University
• Bachelor of Science, California University of Pennsylvania

Memberships:

• National Athletic Trainers Association
• Ohio Athletic Trainers Association

Community Involvement:

• Ross County Humane Society
• Tyler United Methodist Church Sunday School

Personal Interests:

• Cooking and trying new recipes
• Enjoying time spent with my family

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken? Why?: A Disney Cruise with my daughter and mother. It was an amazing experience and we loved every minute of it.

My bucket list (three things I want to do before I die):

• Take my girls to Paris
• Start keeping bees
• Attend the Olympic Game

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: My daughter, Addie. I would like to see the world through her eyes.

+ CHRIS WIGET MS, LAT, ATC

Bio coming soon!

+ KATIE SEITHER MS, LAT, ATC

Industrial Athletic Trainer

“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” -Wayne Gretzky

Work Location:

• Corporate

Education: BS, Athletic Training Mount St. Joseph University

Previous Experience:

• Athletic Trainer in a physical therapy clinic
• Assistant Athletic Trainer at Cardinal Stritch University Milwaukee, WI

Personal Interests:

• Spending time with friends and family
• Watching sports, especially hockey

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken and why?: My family goes to Gatlinburg, TN almost every year. This is just my favorite place to be to escape all the hustle and bustle, and just to enjoy the peacefulness of the mountains.

My bucket list (three things I want to do before I die): Attend an NHL game at every NHL arena Travel to Germany, England, and Ireland Pet a penguin

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: I would trade places with Kelsea Ballerini to see what a day is like as a female in the country music industry.

+ RUBY LOOMIS ATC

Athletic Trainer

Work Location:

• Corporate

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts, Baldwin-Wallace University

Previous Experience:

• Worked for several years in the rehab setting with work and personal injuries

Memberships:

• National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA)
• OTPTAT

Additional Certifications:

• BLS, American Heart Association

Community Involvement:

• Weekly Volunteer Work

Personal Interests:

• Volunteering, reading, hanging out with family and friends, spending time with my dog, traveling with my husband

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken and why?: Going to the Dominican Republic with family, it was the first time out of the country.

+ MELISSA NIENABER, MBA ATC LAT

Industiral Athletic Trainer

Work Location:

• Corporate

Education:

• Master’s of Business Administration, University of the Cumberlands
• Bachelor’s of Science in Athletic Training, University of Cincinnati

Previous Experience:

• Certified Athletic Trainer outreach sports medicine- St. Elizabeth Healthcare

Memberships:

• ECertified Athletic Training outreach sports medicine- St. Elizabeth Healthcare

Community Involvement:

• Ronald McDonald House Cincinnati volunteer

Personal Interests:

• Sand volleyball, hiking, snowboarding, reading, camping, live sports/concerts/plays, cooking/baking, hosting my friends/family for holidays/events.

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken and why?: In 2022 I went on an international trip with my parents and brother down the Rhine River in the Netherlands. It was our first big trip out of the country together that started in Amsterdam and ended in Switzerland. The whole experience, from the river boat cruise to the food/drinks and on-land exploring, was life-changing. My bucket list (three things I want to do before I die): hike in all national parks, live in a foreign country/visit all foreign countries, own a vineyard

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: Probably T Swift. She has a lot of influence and is a self-made billionaire that entertains people for a living and gives back to the community. Plus she dates and is friends with some pretty cool people I'd like to meet.

+ MARIA McLAUGHLIN, ATC

Industiral Athletic Trainer

Bio Coming Soon!

+ STEVE PORTERFIELD, AT ATC

Industiral Athletic Trainer

Bio Coming Soon!

+ PAUL AMENDOLA, ATC, CSCS, TSAC-F

Onsite Injury Prevention Specialist

Education:

• Bachelor’s Athletic Training, Kent State University

Experience/Background:

• PT Center for Sports Medicine 2010-2024

Memberships:

• NATA
• OATA
• NSCA

Community Involvement:

• Youth Sports Coach
• ECC Volunteer

Personal Interests:

• Horror movies
• audio books
• weightlifting
• coaching
• spending time with my family
• Anything Halloween related

1. What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken and why? My honeymoon trip with my wife to the Dominican Republic. It was the only time it has been the two of us.

2. My bucket list (three things I want to do before I die) Go to Mexico, and Italy. Drive a sports car. Go out West. 3. If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why? Jose Ramirez. I would love to be a pro ball player!

+ KIM SCHIMMOELLER MA, ATC

Onsite Injury Prevention Specialist

“You define your own life. Don’t let other people write your script” Oprah Winfrey

Work Location:

• Corporate

Education:

• Masters In Physical Education, Wright State University
• Bachelors in Athletic Training, Miami University

Previous Experience:

• Head Athletic Trainer/Deputy Director of Athletics – Bluffton University
• Medical Assistant at Blanchard Valley Orthopedics

Personal Interests:

• I enjoy spending time with my 2 daughters and husband
• I enjoy running, working out, and reading.

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken and why?: We went to Maine where we saw Bar Harbor through a water cruise, hiking and an airplane ride

My bucket list (three things I want to do before I die): I want to visit Boston and Alaska. I also want to take my kids to Universal Studios.

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who would it be and why?: I would trade places with an Olympian to be able to travel the world and perform at the highest level!

+ JILLIAN SNYDER, MA ATC

Onsite Injury Prevention Specialist

Education:

• Master’s in Sports Psychology California State University, Fresno * Bachelor’s in Athletic Training,The Ohio State University

Experience/Background:

• OrthoCincy Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine- Physican Extendor
• Buffalo Bills -Seasonal Intern
• Fresno State University - Assistant Athletic Trainer

Additional Certifications:

• Ergonomic Specialist
• Basic Life Support - American Red Cross

Community Involvement:

• League For Animal Welfare, Volunteer

Personal Interests:

• Traveling
• Live music
• Discovering new restaurants and trying new foods
• Reading
• Volunteering at animal shelters

What is your favorite vacation you have ever taken and why? Traveling abroad with my best friend! London is one of our favorite places and we enjoy meeting people and making plans as we go. Barcelona is next! My bucket list (three things I want to do before I die):

• Travel to all countries/cities on my personal list (it’s a long one)
• Learn a second language
• Learn an instrument

+ TYLER SCHLOSSER, MS, AT, CMMSS, CEAS I, OHSA 30, TMR 3

Onsite Injury Prevention Specialist

“The right choice, isn’t always the easy choice.”

Education:

• MS Kinesiology and Health Promotion, University of Kentucky
• BS Exercise Science emphasis in Athletic Training, University of Toledo

Experience:

• Athletic Trainer for Ohio Air National Guard 180th/112th Fighter Squadron Toledo, OH
• Injury Prevention Specialist for Amazon
• Program Manager Work-Fit for General Motors
• Head Athletic Trainer for Bluffton University

Memberships:

• NATA
• OTATPT

Certifications:

• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer
• American Red Cross CPR/First Aid
• CMMSS
• CEASI
• OSHA30
• TMR3

Community Involvement: Coached many youth sports over the years with St. Paul Lutheran School, Napoleon Rec Leagues, and Upwards programs.

Personal Interests: I enjoy time with family and friends (which have become family essentially), and also being outdoors in the sun, golfing (630 a.m. tee time is an excellent time to tee off), working on landscaping and lawncare projects, and relaxing by the water (usually reading).

What is your favorite vacation and why?: Yearly vacation to Lake Michigan. It’s a great combination of family and friends, golf, and water. Also, road tripping with Em and the kids to Texas is a close 2nd due to the stories that came from it.

My bucket list (3 things I want to do before I die): Skydive, Fly in a Fighter Jet (so close, as I was on the list), Birdie the 12th hole at Augusta.

If you could trade places for a day with someone, who and why?: The PGA leader on Sunday at “The Open” to experience the day between the ropes, and to make a little money playing golf.

+ MATT KLEIN, ATC LAT

Onsite Injury Prevention Specialist

Bio Coming Soon!

+ JESSIE McBURNEY, MEd ATC LAT

Onsite Injury Prevention Specialist

Education:

• Masters in Education @ Ohio Valley University 2019
• Bachelors in Athletic Training @ West Virginia University 2013

Experience/Background:

• (2013-2022)Ragnar races in Bruceton Mills: Medical team
• (2014-2015) Salem International University: Assistant athletic trainer
• (2017-2024) Parkersburg Catholic High School: Athletic trainer
• (2017-2021) Ohio Valley University: Graduate assistant then assistant athletic trainer
• (2019-2023) Marietta Health & Wellness Center: Therapeutic modalities specialist, workers compensation and VA benefits case manager
• (2021-2023) Toyota Motor Manufacturing: Athletic trainer
• (2022-2025) Camden Clark Health & Wellness Center: Fitness specialist, cardiac and pulmonary rehab instructor
• (Started March 2025) Fit For Work: Injury prevention specialist

What's your favorite vacation you have taken and why?: I am the child of an Italian immigrant and have several family members in different branches of the military, so I have been very fortunate to have been able to travel to many different countries and experience lots of different cultures, but probably one of my most favorite vacations was when we went to the Idaho mountains one winter and I got to go snow mobiling and experience hiking with snow shoes in 7 feet of snow. I have never seen such deep snow so that was really neat.

My Bucket List (Three things I want to do before I die): Race a dirt track car, ride cross country on a motorcycle, stopping at all the national parks along the way, and go nigh kayaking where there is bioluminescent algae that glows.

Someone I would want to trade places with A legit farmer; someone who makes their living being a farmer and living off their land. That is my dream job…getting up early to feed all the animals, spending the day watering the gardens and crops, bailing hay, building and fixing fence, working on the farm equipment, etc.

+ MORGAN DREYER, MS ATC LAT

Onsite Injury Prevention Specialist

Education:

• Master's in Athletic Training: Xavier University
• Bachelor's in Exercise Science: Bowling Green State University

Experience

• Outreach Athletic Trainer at Cincinnati Children's Hospital

*Additional Certifications:

• Basic Life Support- American Heart Association

Personal Interests:

• Reading
• Running/fitness
• Travel
• Spending time with family and friends

Favorite Vacation: My favorite vacation I've ever taken was going to Greece a few years ago. I absolutely loved the culture, the people, the history over there, and the scenery was absolutely amazing.

Bucket List:

• travel to all 50 states (about halfway through), and travel to more countries.
• Learn another language.
• Run another marathon.