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Aaliyah Fletcher

Columbia,SC

Summary

Athletic Trainer with proven abilities in leadership and creative problem solving ready to bring healthcare skillset gained from 10 years as an Army Healthcare Specialist and 7 years as a certified Athletic Trainer. Holds B.S in Athletic Training and M.S in Exercise Science Wellness and Nutrition. Has extensive experience in medical evaluation, clinical diagnosis, injury claims, and management of records. Consistently recognized by superiors for a positive attitude and to work with team members to achieve goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Contract Athletic Trainer

Resolution Think LLC
Columbia - Ft Jackson, SC
08.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for directing sick call/infirmary operations for 2-60th Infantry Battalion (basic combat training) to include triage, patient evaluation, and rehabilitation
  • Provided guidance to cadre and command leadership on injury prevention techniques for basic trainees
  • Reviewed medical records and consulted with physicians regarding treatment plans
  • Managed inventory of supplies used in daily operations such as bandages and braces.
  • Adhered to all applicable laws governing health information privacy
  • Provide medical coverage for field training exercises
  • Experience with management of bone stress injuries and integrating affected trainees back to duty
  • Assessed injuries and illnesses, provided emergency care and arranged for referrals to medical facilities
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals and leadership for experimental programs to decrease run times for Army Combat Fitness Test

Head Athletic Trainer

Allen University
Columbia, SC
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Led in brokering a new sports medicine partnership between the university and local branch of an outpatient rehabilitation/physical therapy company that included sponsorship and additional medical coverage
  • Worked with the biology department to create a sports medicine internship with students with prospective careers in healthcare.
  • Assisted the university in their transition from NAIA into Division II athletics with the NCAA in the area of sports medicine and it's mandated guidelines
  • Acted as the liaison between the athletics department and insurance company to process insurance claims for student-athletes
  • Worked closely with orthopedic team on multiple post-surgical protocols i.e. ACL reconstruction, meniscus reconstruction, achilles tendon rupture, etc.
  • Partnered with coaches to set realistic expectations and balance rehabilitation and recovery goals in correlation with team needs.

Field Service Representative

Aco Med Supply
Charlotte , NC
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Delivered outstanding customer service to patients when completing orders and authorization for durable medical equipment
  • Responsible for fitting and demonstrating the use of durable medical equipment as prescribed by attending provider
  • Responsible for processing medical records and insurance documentation to bill insurance for all durable medical equipment for Lexington Brain and Spine Institute
  • Assists providers in providing adequate patient education on prescribed durable medical equipment
  • Work to manage customer claim and billing issues at the lowest level of management
  • Manages inventory for all durable medical equipment assigned to Lexington Brain and Spine Institute

Medical Readiness NCO/HR Specialist

SC Army National Guard
Columbia, SC
11.2019 - 09.2021
  • Responsible for 1000+ new recruits and 175 recruiters and staff personnel medical readiness tracking to include annual exams and profiles
  • Processed injury claims and medical review boards at the battalion level
  • Facilitated yearly medical requirements and immunizations to include influenza and COVID-19 vaccines
  • Managed medical record upkeep, logging, and transportation

PRN Athletic Trainer

Prisma Health and CORA Physical Therapy
Columbia, SC
07.2017 - Current
  • Provides triage for medical emergencies including: spineboarding lower extremity trauma, upper extremity trauma, concussions
  • Integral in the planning, set-up and medical coverage of high volume sports event and contractual agreements
  • Settings include: semi-professional sports tournaments, collegiate level (NAIA and Division 2), high school level

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Allen University
Columbia, SC
06.2019 - 10.2019
  • Traveled with sports teams to assist in medical coverage to include football, men's and women's basketball, volleyball, and softball.
  • Collaborated with other coaches to maintain consistent athletic program.
  • Inventoried training supplies and medical equipment.
  • Set clear performance targets and evaluated player and team achievements.
  • Helped to design fitness and conditioning programs for student-athletes.
  • Manage electronic medical records for 300+ athletes

Interim Head Athletic Trainer

Voorhees College
Denmark , SC
12.2018 - 05.2022
  • Created and implemented policy and procedures for sports medicine department
  • Created, organized, and maintained a medical documentation system for new sports medicine program
  • Liaison for athletic department insurance claims
  • Created and implemented rehabilitation programs for student athletic pre and post surgery
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.

Healthcare Specialist (68W)

SC Army National Guard
Lancaster, SC
07.2012 - 07.2022
  • Provide medical intervention and transport to crucial training and operations
  • Offer advisement on risk assessments for company training and operations
  • Conduct educational training and certification for combat lifesaver skills for company

Rehabilitation Aide

Prisma Health
Columbia, SC
01.2017 - 04.2018
  • Directly assisted head physical therapist with overseeing therapeutic exercise of 30-50 patients daily
  • Collaborated with head physical therapist in creating strengthening programs for patients
  • Performed operational duties such as answering phone, copying documents and updating schedule boards.
  • Maintained and stocked equipment used in physical therapy and occupational therapy treatment areas.

Education

Master of Science - Exercise Science Wellness And Nutrition

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training

University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
05.2017

Skills

  • Medical Evaluation
  • Reviewing records
  • Coordinating training
  • Planning
  • Conditioning programs
  • Injury prevention
  • Organizational skills
  • Data management
  • Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

References

Training Manager, CORA Physical Therapy

banderson1@corahealth.com

(813)-557-5598

Timeline

Contract Athletic Trainer

Resolution Think LLC
08.2023 - Current

Head Athletic Trainer

Allen University
06.2022 - 06.2023

Field Service Representative

Aco Med Supply
10.2021 - 05.2022

Medical Readiness NCO/HR Specialist

SC Army National Guard
11.2019 - 09.2021

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Allen University
06.2019 - 10.2019

Interim Head Athletic Trainer

Voorhees College
12.2018 - 05.2022

PRN Athletic Trainer

Prisma Health and CORA Physical Therapy
07.2017 - Current

Rehabilitation Aide

Prisma Health
01.2017 - 04.2018

Healthcare Specialist (68W)

SC Army National Guard
07.2012 - 07.2022

Master of Science - Exercise Science Wellness And Nutrition

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training

University of South Carolina
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