Malachi Dowden
Richmond,VA
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and practical communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rehab Therapy Technician
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Richmond, VA
09.2024 - Current
- Prepares and transports patients according to the patient schedule.
- Assist the therapist and/or nurses with daily care and patient therapy as delegated
- Prepared therapy areas for use and sanitized equipment and items after patient appointments.
- Supports tasks such as dressing, grooming, bathing, eating, toileting, and mobility as delegated by rehabilitation nurses and therapists
- Determines whether guidance and assistance are needed from rehabilitation nurses and/or therapists
Founder
Copped and Loaded LLC
Newport News, VA
08.2020 - Current
- Conduct thorough market research to identify profitable resale opportunities
- Source products from various suppliers
- Maintain accurate records of Inventory levels, product quantities, and variations
- Analyze market trends and competitors' pricing to determine appropriate resale prices
- Create compelling product listings and descriptions to attract potential buyers
- Manage online sales platforms and process orders
Intern
Bon Secours Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
Midlothian, VA
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Conduct fitness assessments and measure vital signs (BP, O2 saturation) for patients
- Help lead exercises including warm-up/cool-down activities, and supervise exercise sessions on the floor
- Develop and monitor personalized exercise prescriptions (ExRx) and track patient progress
- Provide patient education through formal classes, informal sessions, and community outreach initiatives
- Assist with setting up and interpreting EKGs, conducting medical and lifestyle histories, and cleaning equipment to meet Joint Commission standards
Physical Therapy Technician
Chesterfield Physical Therapy
Midlothian, VA
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Assist patients with exercises, stretches, and therapeutic activities under the guidance of licensed physical therapists
- Educate patients on proper exercise techniques and home exercise programs, emphasizing compliance and continuity of care
- Administer modalities such as electrical stimulation and heat/cold therapy as directed by therapists
- Prepare treatment rooms and equipment, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for therapy sessions
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals and other team members to ensure comprehensive patient care
Intern
Inclusive Fitness and Health
Richmond, VA
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Create weekly literature-based exercise programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities
- Educate our buddies on proper exercise technique and home implication
- Collaborate with 0ther interns to create motivational ways to keep our buddies engaged in fitness during the week
- Oversee 15-20 volunteers and their buddies through station-based exercise programs
Lifeguard, Assistant Supervisor, Part-time Supervisor
Water Country USA
Williamsburg, VA
05.2017 - 01.2022
- Provide exemplary service to guests and team members
- Responsible for all aspects of safety on all water activities, including bottoms of waterslides and activity pools
- Prevent and respond to emergencies
- Evaluate company tasks for effectiveness and efficiency when work is being completed and make suggestions to help improve individual worker production
- Promote safe work habits throughout the working environment by evaluating accidents, observing working processes, training new employees in safety, and enforcing regulations
- Mentor new or existing employees through their options in the organization or their ultimate career path by giving advice during different stages of employment
- Ensuring Supervisors follow all standard operating procedures
- Touring area of responsibility to identify and communicate immediate concerns and follow up on completion, ensuring opening/closing procedures are followed
- Provide ongoing training to the Assistant Business Unit Supervisor
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health, Physical Education, And Exercise Science
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA12-2024
Skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Adaptation
- Effective communication
- Documentation and record-keeping
- Professional development
- Fitness program design
- Rehabilitation support
- Safety protocols
- Patient relations
- Patient transfers
- Patient care
- Self motivation
Certification
- American Heart Association CPR and First Aid
- TheAmerican College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Rehab Therapy Technician
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Intern
Bon Secours Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
05.2024 - 08.2024
Intern
Inclusive Fitness and Health
01.2024 - 04.2024
Physical Therapy Technician
Chesterfield Physical Therapy
07.2023 - 05.2024
Founder
Copped and Loaded LLC
08.2020 - Current
Lifeguard, Assistant Supervisor, Part-time Supervisor
Water Country USA
05.2017 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Health, Physical Education, And Exercise Science
Virginia Commonwealth University
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