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Derrick Curtis

Portland,OR

Summary

Exercise science professional, prepared to drive positive outcomes in athlete and non athlete performance and health. I have a bachelor's in exercise science and have experience in aiding in creation of tailored training regimens, providing nutritional guidance, and helping others reach their goals physically. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, with skills in biomechanics and exercise physiology.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Aide

Therapeutic Associates
Portland, OR
02.2025 - Current
  • Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
  • Acted as a liaison between the clinic and insurance providers, expediting claims processing through accurate submission of required documentation for timely reimbursement.
  • Educated patients and their families on proper home exercises, ensuring that they understood the importance of adherence to prescribed regimens for optimal recovery.
  • Completed passive and active manual therapy techniques to help patients manage pain and related symptoms.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by supporting physical therapists in providing therapeutic exercises and treatments.

Assistant Football Coach

Riverview High School
Riverview, FL
07.2024 - 12.2024

•Coached the running back position at the varsity and junior varsity levels.

•Contributed to weekly offensive strategy development.

•Assist with play calling

Sales Associate

Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc
Portland, OR
01.2024 - 06.2024

•Guided customers through the process of choosing and trying on cleats.

•Helped customers find products throughout the store

•Handled transactions at the cash register.

Assisted in managing stock levels.

Lot Associate

Home Depot
Riverview, FL
01.2020 - 12.2021

•Assisted in loading heavy items into customers' vehicles.

•Ensured parking lot remained free of shopping carts.

•Provided support for hardware product inquiries.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Exercise Science

Ottawa University
Ottawa, KS
12.2023

Skills

  • Functional mobility training
  • Home exercise programs
  • Balance training
  • Injury prevention education
  • Post-surgical care
  • Therapeutic exercise
  • Body mechanics
  • Customer service
  • Medical terminology
  • Strength training
  • Patient evaluations
  • Muscle performance
  • Conditioning
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Endurance training

Timeline

Physical Therapist Aide

Therapeutic Associates
02.2025 - Current

Assistant Football Coach

Riverview High School
07.2024 - 12.2024

Sales Associate

Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc
01.2024 - 06.2024

Lot Associate

Home Depot
01.2020 - 12.2021

Bachelor's Degree - Exercise Science

Ottawa University
Derrick Curtis