Justin Mejia
Corvallis
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Exercise Specialist with a proven track record at Good Samaritan, blending professional communication and biomechanics expertise to enhance orthopedic health and functional recovery. Spearheaded innovative exercise programs, achieving high client retention through effective coaching and collaboration with healthcare professionals. Demonstrated leadership and adaptability as an Infantry Team Leader, emphasizing health promotion and strength training.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Exercise Specialist
Good Samaritan
12.2023 - Current
- Educate and coach clients on injury prevention and rehabilitation, collaborating closely with physical therapists and physicians.
- Develop customized exercise programs for post-rehabilitation patients, emphasizing orthopedic health and functional recovery.
- Maintain high client engagement and retention through strong interpersonal skills and program effectiveness.
- Provide hands-on coaching and biomechanical assessments, mirroring the product education required in medical sales.
Infantry Team Leader
Oregon Army National Guard
07.2020 - Current
- Lead and train teams in high-pressure environments, ensuring operational effectiveness and mission readiness.
- Design and implement training regimens, focusing on physical preparedness, injury prevention, and performance optimization.
- Communicate complex strategies effectively to team members, a skill transferable to educating surgeons and healthcare professionals.
Athletic Training Student
Oregon State University
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted in the evaluation and rehabilitation of orthopedic injuries, including upper extremity conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians, athletic trainers, and physical therapists to develop treatment plans for athletes.
- Provided on-field emergency care and post-injury rehabilitation, reinforcing expertise in musculoskeletal conditions.
- Documented and analyzed treatment progress, ensuring compliance with medical guidelines.
Front Desk Receptionist
Good Samaritan
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
Training Instructor / Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
09.2011 - 09.2016
- Supervised and instructed over 250 personnel in tactical operations, leadership, and physical training.
- Delivered structured training programs, a skill applicable to medical device education and sales presentations.
- Developed critical thinking and problem-solving abilities under pressure, mirroring the adaptability required in surgical sales.
- Promoted an inclusive learning environment by accommodating diverse backgrounds and learning preferences, leading to increased overall satisfaction among trainees.
Education
Master of Science - Athletic Training
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR06-2023
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR06-2020
Skills
- Professional communication
- Exercise prescription
- Health promotion
- Strength training
- Fitness assessment
- Corrective exercise
- Biomechanics
Certification
- NSCA Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) – Exp. 10/2025
- American Red Cross CPR/AED Provider – Exp. 05/2025
- Hawk Grips Blood Flow Restriction Certification
- Hawk Grips Soft Tissue Certification
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Clinical Exercise Specialist
Good Samaritan
12.2023 - Current
Athletic Training Student
Oregon State University
07.2021 - 06.2023
Front Desk Receptionist
Good Samaritan
10.2020 - 02.2021
Infantry Team Leader
Oregon Army National Guard
07.2020 - Current
Training Instructor / Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
09.2011 - 09.2016
Master of Science - Athletic Training
Oregon State University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Oregon State University
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