Lonnie Gross Jr.
Midlothian,VA
Summary
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
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Athletic Trainer
Athletic Training Solutions
07.2024 - Current
- Fostered an environment conducive to open dialogue about health, wellness and injury concerns among employees, leading to proactive treatment plans.
- Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring onsite
- Developed a positive rapport with employees promoting trust in the athletic training process.
- Reduced injury rates through careful monitoring of employees physical condition and progress.
- Developed and implemented preventive programs to minimize injuries.
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Virginia State University
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Conducted daily comprehensive evaluations of injured athletes to determine appropriate course of action and treatment plans.
- Assisted in the coordination of sports medicine services at home games, ensuring a safe environment for all participants.
- Enhanced athlete performance by developing and implementing individualized injury prevention and rehabilitation programs.
- Applied therapeutic modalities and procedures to treat injuries.
Certified Athletic Trainer
Bon Secours Mercy Health
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with coaching staff to develop sport-specific training regimens for optimal results over 12 Varsity sports.
- Mentored junior athletic trainers or students seeking careers in athletic training, sharing knowledge and best practices.
- Conducted comprehensive preseason screenings for student-athletes, identifying potential risk factors and addressing them proactively.
- Fostered open communication between athletic trainers, coaches, parents, and athletes to ensure the best possible outcomes for athlete health.
- Provided immediate care to injured athletes, facilitating faster recovery times and minimizing time away from sport participation.
Industrial Athletic Trainer
Concentra
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with Dominion Energy to assess, manage, and minimize worksite injuries
- This included creating short films, presentations, as well as implementing Quarterly FMS scoring for work readiness
- Communicated effectively with management regarding employee's injury status, recovery plan, and return-to-work timeline.
Personal Trainer, ATC
Crunch Fitness
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Worked with over 40 individuals, helping them achieve their health & fitness goals through galvanizing unique, individualized exercise programming
- This was achieved through biomechanical kinematic correction, neuromuscular control, resistance training & nutrition counsel
Athletic Trainer
Virginia Tech
08.2017 - 03.2019
- Acted as an extension to the ICTAS research division of the university dedicated to studying concussive trauma, correlating technical concussion assessment results with technological in-game measurements of force impacts.
- Sports Included in this study included Youth Football (12-15yrs old), Men & Women's Rugby, Lacrosse and VT Football
- In this role athletes were actively subjugated to new protective head gear, with the goal of evaluating each new piece of protective head gear's potential to diminish head injuries
Education
Master of Science - Rehabilitative Science and Wellness & Fitness
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
Radford University
Radford, VA05.2017
Skills
- Sales & Negotiation
- Communication
- Technical Expertise
- Adaptability & Drive
- Injury prevention
- Rehabilitation management
- Kinesiology expertise
- Nutrition counseling
- Document management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
Professional Development
- Certified FMS Specialization, Functional Movement Systems, 02/01/22
- NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist, National Academy of Sports Medicine, 04/01/20
- Certified Athletic Trainer, Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer, 04/01/17
Timeline
Industrial Athletic Trainer
Athletic Training Solutions
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Virginia State University
03.2024 - 03.2025
Certified Athletic Trainer
Bon Secours Mercy Health
07.2023 - 07.2024
Industrial Athletic Trainer
Concentra
10.2021 - 11.2022
Personal Trainer, ATC
Crunch Fitness
03.2019 - 12.2021
Athletic Trainer
Virginia Tech
08.2017 - 03.2019
Master of Science - Rehabilitative Science and Wellness & Fitness
California University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
Radford University
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