Kara Riffe
Charleston,WV
Summary
Passionate and driven professional with a strong commitment to seeking new challenges in my career. Known for strong communication skills and a compassionate approach that fosters excellent customer service and effective coaching in health and wellness. Highly organized and self-motivated, with a proven ability to adapt to diverse environments and situations. Recognized for reliability and a quick aptitude for learning and applying new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chiropractic Assistant
True Health
02.2024 - Current
- Performed manual muscle testing and corresponding myofascial release therapy in line with patient complaint areas.
- Assisted chiropractor with patient care, ensuring accurate documentation and treatment plans.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss practice improvement initiatives for continuous quality enhancement.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
Exercise Physiologist
True Health
02.2024 - Current
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Demonstrated proper form and monitored patients during exercises.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates by collaborating with healthcare professionals to develop effective rehabilitation plans for post-surgical or injury cases.
- Enabled patients of all ages to maintain independence and improve quality of life by developing and implementing functional training protocols.
Personal Trainer
Anytime Fitness
05.2022 - 04.2024
- Created and implemented comprehensive fitness programs tailored to the needs and goals of each individual.
- Educated customers on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and building healthy habits.
- Performed initial evaluations on new clients: procuring measurements, building rapport, and interviewing to find out goals and any limitations.
- Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.
Graduate Assistant
Marshall University
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with faculty to develop lab curricula and materials.
- Engaged in research projects related to exercise science, contributing to data collection and analysis.
- Assisted in the evaluation and assessment of student performance.
- Analyzed exercise test data to assess student performance and track progress, utilizing statistical software to interpret results and generate reports
Server
Olive Garden
02.2019 - 05.2021
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accuracy and quality of food orders, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Trained new staff on restaurant policies, menu offerings, and customer service standards, fostering a cohesive team environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Marshall University
Huntington, WV12-2020
Skills
- Appointment Scheduling
- Organization and Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Patient Care Coordination
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Data Acquisition and Analysis
- Customer Service
- Medical Terminology
Accomplishments
- Developed and implemented a streamlined spreadsheet to efficiently track client training information and data, enhancing efficiency.
- Created a comprehensive tracking system for patient documentation, improving chain of command accessibility.
Certification
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) - National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Chiropractic Assistant
True Health
02.2024 - Current
Exercise Physiologist
True Health
02.2024 - Current
Personal Trainer
Anytime Fitness
05.2022 - 04.2024
Graduate Assistant
Marshall University
01.2021 - 05.2022
Server
Olive Garden
02.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Marshall University
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