Alisha Damon
PO Box 3185 Window Rock,AZ
Summary
Action-based team leader with strength in fulfillment of daily tasks with creativity and versatility. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills with clear understanding of communication skills seeking the position of a Clinical Fitness Supervisor at Fort Defiance Indian Hospital, Inc. Bringing 3 years of supervisory experience and 2 years of Lead Fitness Specialist experience, 2 years of Fitness Specialist experience; with a Master's degree in Health Care Administration and more than 10 years in the fitness and exercise field.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Fitness Specialist
Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc
Fort Defiance, AZ
03.2019 - Current
- Oversee Fitness Specialist schedules, gym floor coverage, Tempscreen schedules, Front desk coverage
- Design and coordinate clinical personal training programs and assist/mentor staff with designing Clinical programs
- Ensure/mentor staff documents in Electronic Health Records, patient training safety protocol, QUAPI Logs, Quality patient care
- Assist and develop tracking logs for clinical patient templates: Consults and Referral process
- Mentor and demonstrate patient scheduling, referral process and fitness assessments with trainers and MSAs
- Assist clinical and community team in study sessions for obtaining accredited NCCA certifications and motivate team confidence and growth in department
- Collaborate with wellness supervisors in program/event planning, assist and develop Clinical Personal Training programs
- Ensures effective communication with FDIHB departments and health care providers through planned meetings
- Attend division & FDIHB meetings when delegated, plan in-service trainings for wellness team to remain current in yearly trainings and safety trainings
- Communicate with medical care providers regarding patient's exercise medical status and possible limitations, communicate with health care providers for referral process and CPT criteria
- Maintain compliance with Privacy Act, HIPAA, and FDIHB policies, assist with updating clinical quality patient care, clinical department goals
- Assist with Healthy Living & Outreach initiatives, contract tracing, Temp screen scheduling and COVID-19 vaccine lead roles and responsibilities
- Assist and develop inventory logs for clinical incentives and equipment tracking, perform environmental care rounds and mentor colleagues in performing environmental care rounds
- Kept fitness areas, machines and spaces clean and orderly for members and patients
- Submitted work orders and ordered supplies when needed to furnish floor with proper equipment.
- Worked independently and as member of cohesive team to support individual needs.
- Conducted inspections of equipment with safety protocol and equipment longevity in mind.
- Led and supported staff meetings according to team and organization needs.
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for patients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Maintained cleanliness of group fitness room, floor and fitness equipment.
Fitness Specialist
Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc
Fort Defiance , AZ
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Personally train patients and design exercise programs for medically referred patients from health care providers
- Provided patient and customer support and program requirements
- Demonstrated, and adhered to standards of ethical conduct of FDIHB, Inc,
- Completed clinical quality monitoring reports
- Maintained current on all certifications for job requirements
- Documented on patient training sessions in electronic health records
- Designed program for women's health weight loss program, youth dance program, and diabetes and exercise program
- Mentored colleagues and new colleagues in process of electronic health records, fitness assessments, and patient scheduling process
- Ensured floor coverage and developed floor monitoring schedule to ensure safety of patients and members
- Effectively communicated with colleagues and supervisor with improvements and suggestions to gym operations and patient services
- Schedule patient sessions in moonwalk and outlook
- Assisted with patient info sessions and consultations, performed fitness assessments and fitness sessions in professional and structured manner
- Provided coverage as needed for continuation of gym operations at front desk and floor monitoring, cleaning duties, and patient sessions
- Collaborated with FDIHB departments in program planning meetings and outside partners with educational classes for clinical programs
- Documented patient fitness assessments and reporting of clinical programs, adheres to patient training guidelines, procedures, and protocols
- Provides group fitness classes to members and assists in Healthy Living & Outreach initiatives and Wellness initiatives.
- Kept fitness areas, machines and spaces clean and orderly for customers.
- Developed team programs to encourage members to make physical fitness part of daily routines.
- Conducted inspections of equipment with safety protocol and equipment longevity in mind.
- Submitted work orders and ordered supplies when needed to furnish floor with proper equipment.
- Coordinated healthy and safe use of fitness tools, equipment and spaces to prevent injuries.
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for patients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Instructed gym members about correct use of weight resistance and cardiovascular equipment.
- Led comprehensive classes for group fitness Zumba, Zumba strong, and aerobics.
- Motivated patients to achieve their personal fitness goals through developing and modifying routines.
- Minimized injury risks by advising members and patients about form and proper clothing.
- Evaluated individual patients to assess conditions and develop suitable training programs.
- Served as point of reference for fitness mentoring
- Adapted classes to meet expectations and interests of members, resulting in improved participation
Recreational Coordinator
Navajo Nation Office Of Dine Youth
Fort Defiance, AZ
06.2013 - 01.2018
- Developed positive and productive relationships with kids, parents and staff.
- Engaged participants in recreational activities and team-building exercises.
- Supervised groups of up to 15-30 children under age 18 from arrival through departure at end of day.
- Planned and evaluated recreation and athletic programs with recreation specialist and colleagues to support community.
- Planned and evaluated recreation and athletic programs with recreation director to support youth exercise and wellness.
- Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
- Tracked program enrollments and attendance to produce monthly reports for program director.
- Planned, promoted and executed more than 4 events each year.
- Provided technical assistance to site leader to help coordinate diverse projects.
- Established team rosters, scheduled leagues and tournaments and enforced rules and regulations of recreation and athletic programs.
- Conducted training seminars, staff meetings, coaching clinics and community meetings to promote organization and youth educational opportunities.
Recreational Specialist
Indian Health Service, HPDP
Gallup , New Mexico
07.2012 - 09.2012
- Given the duties and responsibility to coordinate and develop a youth camp and physical fitness activities for youth ages 5-17 under Meth and Suicide Prevention Initiative (MSPI).
- Collaborated with other programs to host a QPR presentation at the Chapter level and promoted a healthy style thru Health fairs, Community presentations, employee bike trail rides, and Just Move it events to all ages (youth-elders).
- Organized, filed and arranged MSPI documents and verify and helped order proper sport/fitness equipment to develop and aid in exercise activities.
- Temporary position through MSPI Grant
Wellness Center Manager
Sage Memorial Hospital
Ganado, AZ
06.2008 - 06.2012
- Overseen wellness operations and staff, performed administrative duties, responsibilities, and duties, staff schedules and time sheets, performance reviews, hiring and perform disciplinary actions
- Developed Wellness Center guidelines and protocols
- Assisted with Grant progress reports and aid in development of special practices and objectives for Diabetes prevention program development, design and conducted group fitness classes, collaborated with Diabetes Outreach Program partners, community chapters, and schools with implementing prevention and exercise events
- Collaborated with community and helped coordinate outreach events, partnered with all surrounding schools in Ganado area and provided fitness assessments, physical fitness activities and education of awareness of Obesity and at risk for Diabetes
- Promoted Sage Memorial Hospital Diabetes Program in marketing of events and live interviews with KTNN about exercise and wellness
- Designed fitness programs for adults and children
- Planned and designed youth camps
- Implemented community programs and awareness of Diabetes Prevention and Management
- Participated in routine compliance with Policy & Procedures and HIPAA requirements.
- Managed work and performance of more than 2 employees
- Checked facility, employee work and service levels to maintain compliance with organization standards
Fitness Trainer
Sage Memorial Hospital
Ganado, AZ
06.2008 - 06.2012
- Trained referred patients for weight loss and strengthening
- Instructed group fitness classes to community (adults/elders/youth)
- Assessed clientele and develop fitness training program for client's needs
- Assisted clients with setting up appointments for Dietician and Diabetes screenings with Sage Memorial Hospital and set up appointments for new Diabetic patients and follow up appointments for Diabetic patients
- Provided Diabetes education kits to patients and promoted Diabetes program at community events
- Developed and assessed personal exercise programs for weight loss, strengthening, cardio endurance as well as personally trained clients one-on-one
- Additional duties: Swing bed MEPAP Activity Professional- Under Nursing Department of Sage Memorial Hospital; worked with swing bed patients and assessed patients one on one with interest of motor skill activities and daily living. Designed patient activity calendars for day-to-day functional living for patients. Met with patients and provide activities and attended health care patient meetings and reviewed patient progress and plan of care.
Education
Master of Arts - Health Care Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus
12.2019
MBA - Business Administration
Ashford University
San Diego, CA05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Ashford University
San Diego, CA08.2015
Certification For Physical Therapy Technician
Apollo College
Phoenix, AZ06.2005
Skills
- Project and Program Design skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Strong work ethic and prioritization skills
- Coordination & Collaboration Skills
- Data collection & reporting skills
- Mentorship & Leadership skills
- Performance Evaluation skills
- Policy Development skills
- Originality and Creativity Skills
- Focus and Follow-Through
- Constructive Feedback
- Safety Awareness
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
Accomplishments
- Achieved an appreciation award for Outstanding Services from Navajo Health Foundation Sage Memorial Hospital and was awarded the Employee of the Month Award in August 2011
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets, clinical program reports, and clinical referral tracking
- Appreciation Award for Outstanding Service to Navajo Health Foundation Sage Memorial Hospital 2009
- Employee of the Month Certificate from Navajo Health Foundation Sage Memorial Hospital August 2011
- Special Recognition for Superior Performance, Extraordinary contribution, support and great customer service for "Just Move it" 2010
Certification
- ACTION Personal Training - 5/2022
- American Council of Exercise Group Fitness Instructor - 8/2023
- Zumba Instructor & Zumba STRONG Instructor
- National Academy of Sports Medicine, Personal Trainer - 5/2013
- MEPAP Activity Professionals - 1/2010 & 7/2010
- Basic Life Support Training - 1/2024
References
Judy Kline, RN
106 N. Forestlake Drive
Payson AZ 85441
(928) 660-1531
Vickie Cranford-Lonquich, PA-C
Cell: (661) 607-1969
27543 Road P, Dolores, CO 8132
Emmeline Thompson, RN, MSN, CDCES, CLC
Office: 928-729-8430
Tséhootsooí Medical Center
Corner of Route N12 & N7
P.O. Box 649
Fort Defiance, Arizona 86504
Tasha Williams
Cell: (928) 862-8247
Address: P.O. Box 788 Window Rock, AZ 86515
Sheridan Cowboy
12021 Skyline Rd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87123 Apt. 502
(505) 387-9177
Additional Information
Passionate about working and helping our Navajo people live in beauty and prosper thru fitness and exercise, mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually
Timeline
Lead Fitness Specialist
Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc
03.2019 - Current
Fitness Specialist
Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc
01.2018 - 03.2019
Recreational Coordinator
Navajo Nation Office Of Dine Youth
06.2013 - 01.2018
Recreational Specialist
Indian Health Service, HPDP
07.2012 - 09.2012
Wellness Center Manager
Sage Memorial Hospital
06.2008 - 06.2012
Fitness Trainer
Sage Memorial Hospital
06.2008 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - Health Care Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus
MBA - Business Administration
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Ashford University
Certification For Physical Therapy Technician
Apollo College
- ACTION Personal Training - 5/2022
- American Council of Exercise Group Fitness Instructor - 8/2023
- Zumba Instructor & Zumba STRONG Instructor
- National Academy of Sports Medicine, Personal Trainer - 5/2013
- MEPAP Activity Professionals - 1/2010 & 7/2010
- Basic Life Support Training - 1/2024
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