Michelle Piesman
Summary
Eager to gain knowledge of the day-to-day operations of a business while contributing to the company and its clients by utilizing my skills and acquiring new ones. Quick learner with a strong work ethic, and bring a compassionate, trustworthy, and high-energy personality to every task. The strengths in social communication further enhance my ability to connect with others and support the team effectively.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapy Aide
Ho Rehabilitation Center
18376 Clark St, Tarzana, CA 91356
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with exercises under the supervision of a physical therapist or assistant
- Prepare therapy equipment and treatment areas before sessions, such as setting up exercise machines, arranging weights, or preparing hot/cold packs.
- Assisted with scheduling patient appointments and helped the front office with billing tasks, such as processing payments or organizing insurance information
Physical Therapy Aide
JMP Physical Therapy
30135 Agoura Rd Ste C, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Teaching exercises to patients, performing ultrasounds, and cleaning equipment/towels
- Worked closely with physical therapists, assistants, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care.
- Initially began as a front desk receptionist where I scheduled patients, answered phone calls, communicated with insurance companies and workers' compensation
Lifeguard, Pool Attendant, Swim Instructor
St. Vincents Santa Barbara
4200 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93110
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Coordinated and initiated a swim school program at the facility for low-income and single-mother families
Swim School Manager
Calabasas Tennis and Swim Center
23400 Park Sorrento, Calabasas, CA 91302
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Took role as head lifeguard where I oversaw the safety and management of the pool area, supervised the lifeguard team, and ensured that all safety protocols are followed
- Worked in the swim school department where I was responsible for answering phones, signing families for swim lessons, and assisting staff and members in the swim school department
Lifeguard, Pool Attendant, Swim Instructor
El Caballero Country Club
18300 Tarzana Dr, Tarzana, CA 91356
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Educate members and children on essential water safety practices
- Develop lesson plans that meet the specific needs and goals of each student or group
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2023
Associates Degree (AA-T) in Kinesiology -
Santa Barbara Community College
Santa Barbara, CA01.2021
High school diploma -
Calabasas High School
Calabasas, CA01.2018
Skills
- Customer Communications
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Task Prioritization
- Reliability and punctuality
- Initiative-taking
- Team Leadership
- Complex Problem-Solving
Skills/Certifications
Adaptability & flexibility, Attention to detail, Collaboration & teamwork, Communication, Interpersonal skills, Leadership & management, Fluent in English and Russian, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Photoshop P6, Casamba, CPR/Lifeguard/First Aid Certified, Asthma Inhaler Training, First Aid for Public Safety (Title 22) training, Water Safety Instructor
References
- Dr. Der-How Huang PT, DPT (818) 222-2728, Calabasas Tennis and Swim Center
- Devonne Lenarth, (805) 660-0090, JMP Physical Therapy
- Lilli DeLeon, (818) 877-9377, El Caballero Country Club
Donation in Honor
A patient I was closely working with at Ho Rehabilitation Center, gave a contribution to Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center in my honor.
Languages
Russian
Timeline
Physical Therapy Aide
Ho Rehabilitation Center
02.2022 - Current
Physical Therapy Aide
JMP Physical Therapy
01.2021 - 02.2022
Lifeguard, Pool Attendant, Swim Instructor
St. Vincents Santa Barbara
09.2018 - 03.2020
Lifeguard, Pool Attendant, Swim Instructor
El Caballero Country Club
01.2017 - 01.2018
Swim School Manager
Calabasas Tennis and Swim Center
01.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University, Northridge
Associates Degree (AA-T) in Kinesiology -
Santa Barbara Community College
High school diploma -
Calabasas High School