JOSHUA GRAHAM
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Professional Exercise Physiologist equipped with critical thinking skills and strong work ethic dedicated to evaluating changing patient conditions, injury risks and accomplishing treatment objectives. With experience in multiple disciplines of exercise physiology to include a background in behavioral focused care, experience in both Cardio-pulmonary and Oncology patients - I am adept at planning, developing and performing treatments that match each individual and research based needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Alleghany Valley Hospital
Natrona Heights, PA
01.2024 - Current
- Monitor vital signs and rapid EKG interpretation during exercise sessions to ensure safety of patients.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge on new developments in the field through literature reviews.
- Document patient histories and collect vitals as part of intake process.
- Assist in hands on learning for collegiate students and orientees
- Instruct patients on how to properly use ambulatory monitoring devices.
- Provide education and counseling to patients regarding lifestyle modification related to cardiovascular health as well as cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to-understand terminology.
- Communicate effectively in collaborative care with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare personnel involved in direct patient care.
- Provide emotional support to family members who have loved ones undergoing cardiac rehab treatment.
- Accurate documentation and record keeping
- Continually work effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Program Manager and Cancer Exercise Trainer
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Managed program budgets and timelines, ensuring projects stayed on track and within allocated resources
- Developed in person / virtual project plans, manual of procedures, study flow charts, exercise progressions, identify risks, set objectives and monitored progress towards completion
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of the program initiatives
- Drafted reports for senior management highlighting key milestones achieved throughout the program lifecycle
- Collaborated with teams across departments to develop effective strategies for executing programs
- Demonstrated exercises to clients to ensure correct form and technique
- Maintained records of client progress, including weights used, reps performed
- Educated clients on lifestyle changes to support their goals
- Observed safety protocols in all activities related to exercise sessions
- Developed and implemented comprehensive risk management strategies to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate potential risks
- Monitored compliance with internal policies and external regulations for high-risk activities
- Conducted Virtual Weight Loss Management Sessions
- Helped patient understand importance of a healthy lifestyle through exercise physiology and behavioral exercise physiology
Kickboxing instructor / TaeKwonDo Instructor
Master Scarsella's World Class TaeKwonDo
02.2020 - 03.2023
- Developed and taught kickboxing classes for all levels of experience
- Facilitated warm-up exercises, stretching, and practice drills to improve technique
- Demonstrated proper martial arts techniques and helped students practice and master techniques and embrace individual learning needs and realistic goals for advancement
- Organized and managed group classes with up to 20 participants
- Instructed proper form and technique in boxing, kicking, footwork, sparring, and self-defense techniques
- Demonstrated effective defensive strategies during sparring sessions
- Trained clients on the use of equipment such as punching bags and focus mitts
- Provided individual instruction to improve client performance in areas such as balance, speed, agility, strength, power, endurance and coordination
- Monitored students' progress throughout their training program and provided feedback accordingly
DiSepio Fitness Center Graduate Assistant Coordinator
Saint Francis University: DiSepio Institute for Rural Health and Wellness
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Individually managed student employees and daily fitness center operations
- Managed the human performance lab where I conducted community exercise tests and helped students develop their exercise testing skills
- Conducted research to support faculty members in their teaching and research activities
- Served as a liaison between faculty and university administrators for various student-related issues
- Created and maintained databases for tracking student records, grades, attendance
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines under pressure
- Provided tours of the facility, equipment, and amenities to new members
- Organized and managed daily operations of the fitness center, including staffing, equipment maintenance and customer service
- Ensured compliance with local health regulations and monitored staff performance
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, budgeting, inventory control and purchasing activities
- Assisted with the setup of exercise equipment for clients
- Conducted exercise tests including but not limited to anerobic threshold testing, VO2 Max testing, 6-minute walk testing, Metabolic rate testing, Bod Pod analytics, field tests, fitness testing, and mobility testing
Exercise Physiology Lab Teaching Assistant
Saint Francis University: Human Performance Lab
08.2016 - 01.2017
- Demonstrated proper use of lab equipment to students during class sessions.
- Scheduled and maintained regular office hours to meet with students.
Education
Master of Science - MSCC: Masters of Science in Cancer Care
Saint Francis University
01.2019
B.S. - Exercise Physiology
Saint Francis University
01.2017
High School Diploma -
Manheim Central High School
01.2013
Skills
- Human Performance Lab Testing
- Community Based Exercise Program Development
- Research Development, Conduction & Management
- Demonstrating Exercise Safety & Understanding
- Patient Care and Education
- Strength Training
- Functional Movement Screening
- Rapid EKG interpretation
- Vital sign monitoring
- Multitasking
- Written Communication
- Strong Work Ethic
Certification
- ACSM CET
- ACLS/BLS
- Bod Pod Certified
- Breathe PA: Advanced Smoke Free for Life Facilitator Training
- AHN Crisis Response Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Alleghany Valley Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Kickboxing instructor / TaeKwonDo Instructor
Master Scarsella's World Class TaeKwonDo
02.2020 - 03.2023
Program Manager and Cancer Exercise Trainer
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
06.2019 - 06.2022
DiSepio Fitness Center Graduate Assistant Coordinator
Saint Francis University: DiSepio Institute for Rural Health and Wellness
05.2018 - 06.2019
Exercise Physiology Lab Teaching Assistant
Saint Francis University: Human Performance Lab
08.2016 - 01.2017
Master of Science - MSCC: Masters of Science in Cancer Care
Saint Francis University
B.S. - Exercise Physiology
Saint Francis University
High School Diploma -
Manheim Central High School
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