Andrea Ortega
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Patient-focused Exercise Physiologist with background working with geriatric patients and other special populations to help achieve health and wellness goals. Special expertise in health risk appraisal, metabolic testing and exercise prescription.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST- PRN
Methodist Health Care Systems
06.2024 - Current
- Conducted fitness assessments including blood pressure, body composition, muscular strength and endurance and cardiorespiratory endurance tests
- Provided education to clients on the importance of physical activity, nutrition and lifestyle modifications
- Designed exercise programs tailored to meet each patient's needs based on medical history and physical condition
- Monitored and documented client progress throughout the course of treatment
- Instructed safe use of equipment such as treadmills, stationary bikes, elliptical machines, weights
- Developed, implemented and monitored individualized exercise programs for clients with chronic health conditions
- Interpreted exercise program participant data to evaluate progress and identify needed program changes.
- Recognized contraindications and abnormal patient responses to exercise and revised plan accordingly.
- Monitored patient for ECG changes, cardiac arrhythmias, blood pressure and symptoms before, during and after exercise.
- Enabled senior clients to maintain independence and improve quality of life by developing functional training protocols that addressed age-related physiological declines and mobility challenges.
- Monitored patient blood pressure, and rate of perceived exertion levels during exercise.
- Tracked and evaluated patient progress with respect to treatment goals.
- Demonstrated proper form and monitored patients during exercises.
SALES ASSOCIATE
Under Armour
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Greeted customers warmly and offered assistance
- Helped customers find and select products
- Kept work area clean, organized and free of clutter at all times
- Operated cash register and POS to handle purchases, refunds, and exchanges for customers
- Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills, resolving customer complaints efficiently and courteously
- Introduced promotions and sale opportunities, enticing customers.
GRADUATE ASSISTANT
Texas State University
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Lecturing: Provided a thorough presentation on the topic of the week, Creating an engaging, professional classroom setting
- Safety compliance: Assessing students' responses to consent forms to ensure the safety of the individual when performing submaximal to maximal exercise tests
- Equipment Operation: Calibrated metabolic carts and bodpod devices, and operated such devices according to their guides
- Provided education on administering exercise tests, equipment, and client assessments to undergraduate exercise science students
- Mentored students on their future careers as fitness professionals
- Demonstration of Techniques: Demonstrating proper techniques for data collection, analysis, and interpretation, ensuring students acquire essential laboratory skills
- Maintained office hours to offer individual contact or clarify course material or course content for students
- Built collaborative relationships with others of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
WAITRESS
Milagros Hill Country
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Greeting and seating customers in a friendly and welcoming manner
- Taking and accurately recording food and beverage orders
- Recommending menu items and specials based on knowledge of the restaurant's offerings
- Delivering orders to tables promptly and ensuring accuracy
- Anticipating and addressing customer needs to enhance satisfaction
- Handling cash and processing payments efficiently
- Adhering to health and safety standards in food handling and service.
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY INTERN
St. Davids Health Care
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Tailoring Exercise Programs; Adjusting Intensity and duration of exercise to the needs of the patient
- Monitoring and Assessment: Utilized EKGs, to assess for abnormal rhythms and pulses
- Motivational Support: Provided ongoing support to patients throughout their program
- Patient Education: Educated patients on their condition, lifestyle changes, and the benefits of cardiac rehabilitation
- Documentation: Maintained records of patients' vital and program progression into protected web software
- Demonstrated knowledge of principles of human anatomy and physiology related to exercise prescription and safety considerations.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) IN EXERCISE SCIENCE -
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05.2024
BACHELORS OF EXERCISE SCIENCE -
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX08.2022
Skills
- Exercise Prescription
- Strength training
- Electrocardiogram Interpretation
- Time management
- Teaching/Instruction
- Communication
- Metabolic Carts
- Clinical Exercise Testing
- Collecting vital signs
- Interpreting Results
- Patient Education
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Discussion Facilitation
- Presentations
- Faculty communication
- Exam writing
- Lecturing
- Canvas
- Exercise Program Design
- Aerobic Conditioning
- Physical assessments
- Program Development
References
- Annie Bennett - St. Davids Health Care, Manager Internship Preceptor, (512) 544-4263, annie.bennett@stdavids.com
- Megan Smith - Under Armour, Assistant Manager Boss, (512) 392-3001, msmith4@underarmour.com
- John Farrell - Texas State University, Associate Professor Former Professor, (512) 245-2561, jwf77@txstate.edu
- Kyle Patek - Texas State University, Senior Lecturer Boss, (281) 507-3779, kylepatek@txstate.edu
Timeline
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST- PRN
Methodist Health Care Systems
06.2024 - Current
SALES ASSOCIATE
Under Armour
10.2023 - 08.2024
GRADUATE ASSISTANT
Texas State University
08.2022 - 05.2024
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY INTERN
St. Davids Health Care
05.2022 - 08.2022
WAITRESS
Milagros Hill Country
09.2021 - 09.2022
MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) IN EXERCISE SCIENCE -
Texas State University
BACHELORS OF EXERCISE SCIENCE -
Texas State University