Greisy Catalan
Torrance,CA
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapy Aide
Tag Physical Therapy
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted therapists with patient exercises and rehabilitation routines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
- Documented patient progress and communicated updates to therapy staff.
- Prepared treatment rooms by setting up necessary tools and supplies.
- Educated patients on home exercise programs and safety protocols.
- Supported patient mobility during therapy sessions, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Coordinated scheduling of appointments to optimize therapist availability.
- Trained new aides on procedures, policies, and equipment usage standards.
- Assisted front desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing documents and processing payments.
- Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring the privacy and confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times.
- Maintained supply inventory by placing orders when supplies ran low.
- Provided empathetic support to patients experiencing difficult emotions related to their injury or illness while under supervision from a licensed therapist.
Fitness Intern
Long Beach State University
Long Beach, CA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Facilitated pre-and post-workout stretching sessions for students, resulting in improved flexibility and reduced muscle soreness.
- Gained hands-on experience with various exercise equipment types, expanding my expertise as a fitness professional.
- Assisted in the development of group fitness classes, resulting in increased class attendance and member satisfaction.
- Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
- Developed and implemented fitness assessment system to evaluate progress of participants.
- Assisted in developing and implementing fitness programs for community engagement.
- Collaborated with experienced personal trainers on program design, enhancing my knowledge of effective training methods.
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, minimizing injury risk, and promoting safe workout habits.
- Adapted classes to meet the needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
- Supported health education initiatives by teaching wellness classes to Long Beach community members.
Member Service Representative
Beach Cities Health District
Redondo Beach, CA
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing member inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.
- Educated members on health programs and services, enhancing community engagement and participation.
- Maintained accurate member records using electronic health systems, ensuring data integrity and compliance.
- Conducted outreach initiatives to promote wellness programs, increasing awareness within the community.
- Provided exceptional service through active listening, understanding member needs, and offering appropriate solutions.
Fitness Intern
Beach Cities Health District
Redondo Beach, CA
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Assisted in developing and implementing fitness programs for community engagement.
- Supported coordination of health education workshops and fitness classes.
- Monitored participant progress and provided feedback to enhance performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operational processes within fitness initiatives.
- Conducted fitness assessments for new members, determining baseline measurements to track progress over time.
- Collaborated with experienced personal trainers on program design, enhancing my knowledge of effective training methods.
- Continuously expanded my knowledge base by attending industry workshops and conferences, ensuring the delivery of up-to-date training methods to clients.
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, minimizing injury risk and promoting safe workout habits.
- Shadowed seasoned personal trainers during one-on-one sessions, gaining valuable insights into individualized coaching styles.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
Adventure Staff
Adventureplex
Manhattan Beach, CA
11.2017 - 01.2022
- Developed and implemented educational programs that fostered skill development and teamwork.
- Monitored camper behavior, providing guidance to maintain group cohesion and morale.
- Evaluated program effectiveness, suggesting improvements based on camper feedback and observations.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to develop creative solutions for behavioral issues, resulting in improved camper conduct.
- Communicated with families to keep parents informed on child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behavior from campers both individually and within group settings.
Volunteer
Friendship Foundation of the South Bay
Redondo Beach, CA
11.2015 - 04.2019
- Facilitated individualized support plans for children with special needs, enhancing their engagement and learning outcomes.
- Assisted in implementing therapeutic activities that promote social skills and communication development.
- Offered emotional support to special needs students during challenging situations, fostering resilience and a growth mindset.
- Promoted independence among special needs students by teaching self-advocacy skills and encouraging self-determination.
- Utilized creative problem-solving skills to address unique challenges faced by special needs students in various learning environments.
- Supported the implementation of behavior management plans to promote positive behaviors in the classroom.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05-2023
Associate of Arts - Kinesiology
El Camino College
Torrance, CA05-2021
Skills
- Sports injury treatment
- Therapeutic exercises
- Medical terminology
- HIPAA requirements
- Body mechanics
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- File organization
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Verbal communication
- Detail oriented
Certification
- CPR /FIRST AID/ AED
- CPT - Certified Personal Trainer - In Progress
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Physical Therapy Aide
Tag Physical Therapy
04.2023 - Current
Fitness Intern
Long Beach State University
01.2023 - 05.2023
Member Service Representative
Beach Cities Health District
01.2022 - 04.2023
Fitness Intern
Beach Cities Health District
01.2022 - 09.2022
Adventure Staff
Adventureplex
11.2017 - 01.2022
Volunteer
Friendship Foundation of the South Bay
11.2015 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University Long Beach
Associate of Arts - Kinesiology
El Camino College