Patience Pray
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Kinesiologist
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
- Reduced injury rates by developing targeted strength and flexibility routines for Veterans.
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with acute/chronic disorders and injuries by assessing relevant factors such as range of motion, functional limitation, pain levels, and strength.
- Enhanced clients'' overall well-being through comprehensive assessments and tailored treatment plans.
- Assisted clients in achieving their fitness goals by providing expert guidance on exercise selection and form.
- Reviewed medical records to determine exercise precautions and contra-indications prior to patient visit.
- Maintained client confidentiality to protect patient privacy.
- Educated clients and families on mental health issues to promote understanding and support.
- Demonstrated clear written and oral communications skills when working with health care professionals, patients and caregivers.
- Facilitated outpatient therapy for patients with knee and hip replacements, chronic pain, and balance disorders.
- Demonstrated proper form and monitored patients during exercises.
- Observed patient safety, risk management, and infection control policies and procedures.
- Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in patient recovery program decision-making process.
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
- Contributed to ongoing professional development within the field of kinesiology by attending conferences, workshops, and seminars.
- Developed relationships with local healthcare providers to facilitate seamless referrals between services when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiotherapy
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12.2024
Skills
- Adaptive Equipment
- Range of Motion Improvement
- Strength training
- Medical evaluation
- Documentation
- Patient Care
- Exercise demonstrations
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Kinesiologist
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiotherapy
University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
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