Megan Dear
Monroe ,WA
Summary
Dedicated health care professional with a history of working well in fast-paced health-related settings to provide diverse and useful services targeted on specific needs. Proficient in tracking, analyzing and reporting on progress, as well as implementing enhancements to drive growth. Effective team leader with in-depth understanding of the principles of health and wellness, as well as proven program management abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Peak Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy
2020.10 - Current
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programmes for improved at-home support.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
Group Exercise Instructor/Small Group Trainer
Monroe Sky Valley YMCA
2016.04 - Current
- Maintained class attendance records and documented clients' progress toward stated goals.
- Interacted with individual participants in group fitness settings to cultivate and maintain positive relationships.
- Led group exercise sessions, such as HIIT, Bootcamp, strength training, and cycle classes.
- Created structured and innovative fitness programs to be executed in small to large group atmospheres. This includes group exercise classes appropriate for all ages and fitness levels, homeschool fitness (PE structured program for homeschooled youth in the community), and specialized programs for youth ages 18 months-18 y/o.
- Developed exercise programs for groups of 50+ participants.
- Developed creative and fun fitness classes to keep participants engaged and motivated.
- Demonstrated modified routines with regressions and progressions to meet diverse fitness levels.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
Tucson, AZ06.2020
Skills
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Conditioning
- Treatment Planning Assistance
- Safety Management
- Strength and Conditioning Coaching
- Joint Protection Exercise
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Body Mechanics
- Muscle Performance
- Rehabilitation Services
- Injury Prevention
- Sports Injuries
Certification
- Nationally Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
- Certified CPR/FIRST AID
- Certified ACE Group exercise instructor
- Certified TRX Instructor
- Certified MOSSA cycle instructor
- Certified ACT (Actively Change Together through Seattle Children's Hospital) Instructor
- Certified Livestrong Instructor
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Peak Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy
2020.10 - Current
Group Exercise Instructor/Small Group Trainer
Monroe Sky Valley YMCA
2016.04 - Current
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
- Nationally Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
- Certified CPR/FIRST AID
- Certified ACE Group exercise instructor
- Certified TRX Instructor
- Certified MOSSA cycle instructor
- Certified ACT (Actively Change Together through Seattle Children's Hospital) Instructor
- Certified Livestrong Instructor
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