Joshua Mendoza
Reedley,CA
Summary
Dedicated Sports Medicine Support Professional skilled in athletic taping, injury prevention, and sideline assistance. BLS-certified, equipped with CPR/AED and first aid skills for effective response in athletic settings. Contributed to a 4th place finish in the AACI Sports Medicine Competition through strong teamwork. Organized and detail-oriented, utilizing Google Drive Suite for efficient task management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
Mclane Highschool Athletic Training Internship
Fresno, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Monitored athletes and responded to injuries during practices and competitions, providing on-field and game-day coverage to ensure athlete safety and prompt care
- Applied taping techniques, assisted with injury evaluations by taking athlete histories, and supported rehabilitation exercises and therapeutic modalities to enhance athlete recovery and performance
- Prepared athletes for practices and competitions by efficiently setting up hydration stations, equipment, and game-day athletic training areas, ensuring optimal readiness
Shift Leader
YR Pizza Planet & Orbit Lanes
Dinuba, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Led and supervised team during peak hours, ensuring efficient operations and resolving conflicts to maintain smooth service delivery and high employee satisfaction.
- Coordinated weekly food inventory deliveries, tracking stock levels and placing orders to optimize storage processes and ensure consistent supply of ingredients during busy periods.
- Resolved issues with malfunctioning bowling machines, troubleshooting to minimize disruption during peak hours.
Assistant
Reedley Highschool Athletic Trainer Assistant
Reedley, CA
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Supported high school athletic trainer with game day setup, hydration management, sideline support, and monitoring athletes during practices and competitions, alerting trainer to potential injuries.
- Acquired foundational sports medicine skills through hands-on practice of taping techniques, observation of injury evaluations, and shadowing athletic trainer in clinical and athletic environments.
- Engaged in AACI Sports Medicine Competition at CSU Northridge, improving team readiness through focused study and hands-on skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology-Exercise Science
California State University Fresno
Fresno, CA05-2027
High School Diploma -
Reedley High School
Reedley, CA05-2023
Skills
- Athlete preparation
- Patient assistance
- Injury observation
- Safety compliance
- Athlete check-in
- Athlete communication
- Data organization
- Document creation
- Basic first aid
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider, American Heart Association, 08/27
- First Aid, CPR & AED, American Heart Association (Heartsaver Program), 08/27
Hobbies and Interests
- Physical Therapy
- Athletic Training
- Shadow Experience
- Research
- Internships
- Athletics
Professional Development
CATA Region 3 Sports Medicine Conference, Modesto, CA, 04/25, Participated in educational sessions on ethical and legal considerations in caring for undocumented athletes, Explored entrepreneurship opportunities within athletic training and sports medicine, Learned applications of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) for injury diagnosis and treatment planning, Networked with MSAT students and practicing athletic trainers to discuss career pathways and clinical practice
Timeline
Intern
Mclane Highschool Athletic Training Internship
08.2025 - Current
Shift Leader
YR Pizza Planet & Orbit Lanes
10.2023 - Current
Assistant
Reedley Highschool Athletic Trainer Assistant
08.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology-Exercise Science
California State University Fresno
High School Diploma -
Reedley High School