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Kristen Hackett

Jeannette,PA

Summary

Dedicated team player with extensive expertise in sports medicine and athlete support. Well-versed in rendering aid and preparing athletes for activities with effective taping, bracing and padding. Bring seven years' experience in the field.

Prevention-minded, dedicated and offering a flexible approach to handling dynamic situations and conditions. Proficient in preventing issues, determining care after injuries and overseeing therapeutic exercise programs. Excellent skills in documentation, reporting and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Athletic Trainer

Excela Health
01.2021 - Current
  • Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising.
  • Developed a positive rapport with student-athletes, promoting trust in the athletic training process.
  • Assisted with event coverage coordination to ensure appropriate injury prevention strategies were implemented during competitions.
  • Applied therapeutic modalities and procedures to treat injuries.
  • Coordinated care with team doctors, athletes, and coaches.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation efforts by designing customized exercise programs for injured athletes.
  • Maintained accurate records of athlete injuries, treatments, and progress updates for documentation purposes.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in sports medicine and athletic training techniques.

Athletic Trainer

Excela Health
07.2019 - 01.2021
  • Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding their child''s injury status, recovery plan, and return-to-play timeline.
  • Maintained accurate records of athlete injuries, treatments, and progress updates for documentation purposes.
  • Coordinated athletic department efforts towards compliance with national safety standards and guidelines in sports medicine practices.
  • Assisted with event coverage coordination to ensure appropriate injury prevention strategies were implemented during competitions.

Athletic Trainer

Excela Health
02.2017 - 07.2019
  • Assisted with event coverage coordination to ensure appropriate injury prevention strategies were implemented during competitions.
  • Fostered an environment conducive to open dialogue about injury concerns among student-athletes, leading to proactive treatment plans.
  • Provided emergency care to injured athletes during games and practices, minimizing further complications or damage.
  • Applied therapeutic modalities and procedures to treat injuries.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation efforts by designing customized exercise programs for injured athletes.
  • Coordinated care with team doctors, athletes, families, and coaches.
  • Educated athletes on importance of proper nutrition, rest and hydration.

Education

Master of Science - Rehabilitation Science And Sports Psychology

California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA
05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training

Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA
12.2016

Skills

  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Certified Athletic Trainer
  • Graston M1 and M2 Certified
  • Corrective Exercise Specialist

Timeline

Athletic Trainer

Excela Health
01.2021 - Current

Athletic Trainer

Excela Health
07.2019 - 01.2021

Athletic Trainer

Excela Health
02.2017 - 07.2019

Master of Science - Rehabilitation Science And Sports Psychology

California University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training

Slippery Rock University

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