George Jacob
Glendale,CA
Summary
UCLA student with hands-on experience helping athletes recover, move better, and prevent injuries. Skilled in taping, soft-tissue tools, and recovery technologies like NormaTec and GameReady. Over 350 clinical hours in physical therapy and strong experience supporting UCLA club sport athletes. Excited to learn and contribute!
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sports Medicine Volunteer
UCLA Recreation
09.2025 - Current
- I provide hands on support helping UCLA club sport athletes manage pain, recover from injuries, and improve functional movement.
- Using NormaTec compression systems, Game Ready cold-compression therapy, hot and cold packs, and targeted soft-tissue work to reduce swelling and promote recovery.
- Wrist, finger, and ankle taping for stability and injury prevention, as well as compression wrapping for shin splints and lower leg support.
- Providing Theragun massage therapy to relieve muscle tension and support post-activity recovery.
Physical Therapy Aide
Flex Motion Physical Therapy
06.2024 - Current
- Accrued 350+ clinical hours assisting physical therapists in a fast-paced outpatient environment, often working with up to four patients for a 30-minute period
- Greet patients, guide them from the waiting area, and lead them through prescribed exercises and stretches
- Assist in patient treatments by applying heat packs, cold packs, and paraffin dips
- Monitor patient progress closely, noting any signs of discomfort or pain and promptly communicating concerns to the physical therapist/physical therapist assistant
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment space by sanitizing equipment and surfaces after each use
- Support therapists by preparing treatment areas, setting up equipment, and ensuring sessions run smoothly and on time
- Contribute to a positive, encouraging environment that helps patients feel supported and motivated during recovery
Distribution Specialist
PayrollCentric
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Processed payroll reports and maintained accurate financial and employee records
- Handled incoming and outgoing office mail and prepared client packages and documents
- Managed office inventory, supplies, and coordinated with couriers for deliveries and pickups
- Oversaw maintenance of office equipment and ensured smooth daily operations
Education
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
UCLA
Westwood, CA06.2026
AA degree, AS degree - Psychology, Health Science
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA06.2024
Skills
- CPR
- First Aid
- Psychology Education
- Sports injury treatment
- Physical therapy support
- Maintaining inventory
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Expert communication
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Contact
- Georgejacob710@gmail.com
- Www.linkedin.com/in/george-jacob-758646306 (LinkedIn)
Timeline
Sports Medicine Volunteer
UCLA Recreation
09.2025 - Current
Physical Therapy Aide
Flex Motion Physical Therapy
06.2024 - Current
Distribution Specialist
PayrollCentric
06.2022 - 07.2024
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
UCLA
AA degree, AS degree - Psychology, Health Science
Pasadena City College