Effective at providing emergency care, managing program activities and overseeing rehabilitation. Adept in interacting with and communicating with individuals at various command levels, working in teams of varying sizes, and advocating for athlete health and well-being while being adaptive to the overall mission. Licensed in TN.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Athletic Trainer
University Of Memphis
09.2023 - Current
Enhanced athlete performance by developing and implementing individualized injury prevention and rehabilitation programs.
Collaborated with coaching staff to optimize training regimens for improved team outcomes.
Streamlined communication between medical professionals, athletes, and coaches, ensuring proper treatment and care.
Provided emergency care during athletic events, minimizing injury severity and expediting recovery time.
Ensured high-quality patient care by staying up-to-date on the latest emergency medicine practices and protocols.
Enhanced community preparedness by developing and implementing comprehensive emergency management plans.
Combat Medic
US Army Reserve
03.2013 - 12.2023
Worked as crisis team member and clearly communicated with other health care members to best care for patients with diverse military wounds.
Recognized and treated medical conditions with proven techniques, equipment and knowledge of medical and military protocols.
Acted as team leader and took responsibility for scene and unit management to maximize integrated support of patients.
Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
Inspected equipment and resolved deficiencies prior to in-service operations.
Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues
Successfully acted as detachment NCO/1SG for mission involving 60+ soldiers
Head Athletic Trainer
Starr Regional Medical Center
08.2022 - 09.2023
Devised rehabilitation and exercise plans to aid healing, build strength and prevent further injury.
Delivered emergency care for injured athletes on field or at sporting events.
Promoted health and well-being of student-athletes with implementation of injury prevention programs.
Liaised between athletes, coaches and doctors to coordinate appointments and support wellness.
Managed 750 athletes over two schools: McMinn Central High School (approximately 200 athletes), McMinn County High School (approximately 550 athletes)
Athletic Trainer
Center For Sports Medicine Orthopaedics (PRN)
01.2022 - 09.2023
Delivered emergency care for injured athletes on field or at sporting events.
Monitored conditions of play following local EAP's and implemented changes as necessary.
Assessed physical and physiological conditions of athletes to determine eligibility for competition.
Maintained equipment and facility cleanliness, as well as inventory and organization.
Increased efficiency and productivity by promoting operational best practices.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
Managed approximately 500 athletes at Walker Valley High School as interim full-time
Athletic Trainer
DII/D3 Chattanooga Rugby Football Club
01.2022 - 09.2023
Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
Enhanced functional movement pattern of each athlete.
Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
Oversee 20+ athletes of various ages and skill levels 18+ ranging from recreational to USA athletes.