Patient-focused and very caring Exercise Physiologist with background working with geriatric patients and other special populations to help achieve health and wellness goals along with actively promoting patient safety.
Special expertise in health risk appraisal, comprehensive fitness testing and exercise prescription. Bringing over 11 years of Cardiac Rehab experience along with previous certifications including BLS and ACLS, CPR.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
McConnell Heart Health Center
02.2006 - 07.2015
Worked with cardiac patients to develop exercise recovery plans, deliver education on exercise and nutrition and monitored physical endurance and progress.
Delivered exercise guidance to patients recovering from heart attack, open heart surgery, stroke and other major health crises to rebuild strength and endurance.
Demonstrated proper form and monitored patients during exercises.
Tracked and evaluated patient progress with respect to treatment goals.
Monitored patient blood pressure, ECG and distress levels during exercise.
Monitored patient for ECG changes, cardiac arrhythmias, blood pressure and symptoms before, during and after exercise.
Enhanced patient outcomes by designing individualized clinical exercise programs tailored to unique needs and goals.
Delivered effective education on lifestyle modifications and preventive strategies, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their health.
Exercise Physiologist
Mid Ohio Heart Clinic
03.2003 - 07.2005
Demonstrated clear communications skills when working with health care professionals, patients, and caregivers.
Aided patients in adjusting to use of assistive devices such as the NuStep and Treadmill by performing demonstrations and providing motivation.
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