Robert O'Connor
Atlantic Highlands,NJ
Summary
College Senior at Rutgers University, majoring in Exercise Science, seeking internship opportunities in the health services industry to learn and grow in the field of strength & conditioning, nutrition, and/or physical therapy exercises, treatments, and equipment setup. Experince as strength and conditioning coach intern focused on helping athletes improve strength, power production, and recovery with targeted programs. Proficient in speed and agility training and muscle mass gain. Combines traditional approaches and strategic use of technology to maximize results.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapy Technician
Eastpointe Integrated Healthcare
Atlantic Highlands, NJ
04.2024 - Current
- Set up equipment for physical therapy treatments as instructed by the therapist.
- Provided patient education on therapeutic exercise and activities of daily living.
- Assisted physical therapists in developing treatment plans for patients.
Physical Therapy Aide
Tri-Pro Physical Therapy
Edison, NJ
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Therapeutic exercising
- On-sight patient care
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Reach Your Potential Training
Tinton Falls, NJ
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Strength and Conditioning coaching
- Group and personal training
- Training program building
Education
B.S. - Exercise Science
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05.2025
Skills
- Treatment Preparation
- Body Mechanics
- Equipment Setup
- Patient reception
- Patient Communication
- Strength training
- Client Relations
- Strength development
- Progress Monitoring
- Athlete conditioning
- Critical Thinking
Achievements
- USAPL 2023 New Jersey Collegiate Championship, Men's 110kg Raw, 3rd place
- USAPL 2024 Collegiate Nationals Competitor, Men's 110kg Raw, 27th place
Club affiliations
- Zeta Psi Fraternity, 2021 - Present
- Rutgers Powerlifting, 2023 - Present
Skills
Program design for athletic performance, Knowledge of exercise science and biomechanics, Coaching techniques, Injury prevention strategies, Patient assessment, Rehabilitation techniques, Manual therapy, Therapeutic exercise prescription, Treatment modalities such as heat, ice, and electrical stimulation, Communication, Empathy, Patient education
Timeline
Physical Therapy Technician
Eastpointe Integrated Healthcare
04.2024 - Current
Physical Therapy Aide
Tri-Pro Physical Therapy
08.2023 - 04.2024
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Reach Your Potential Training
05.2022 - 08.2022
B.S. - Exercise Science
Rutgers University
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