Alex Halkiw, RMT
Mississauga
Summary
As a recent graduate from an accredited college's massage therapy program, I am seeking a position as a registered massage therapist. Strong background in anatomy and physiology, application of ranging massage techniques and hands on experience with various populations through school internships. Dedicated to ensuring health and well-being through therapeutic touch, I aim to provide and apply my skills specialized to therapeutic care, addressing each patients needs tailored to their short or long term goals and exceed expectations within the organization and patients seeking care within the scope of massage therapy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Massage Therapist
GMG Health and Wellness
12.2024 - Current
Waiter/Bartender
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar
07.2019 - Current
- Responsible for greeting/taking guests orders, serving food and beverages and creating memorable dining experience
- Provide excellent customer service to ensure guests are enjoying their time
- Ensure product knowledge to provide recommendations and suggestions based on guests preferences
- Maintain professional frame and set boundaries with guests that wanted to escalate trouble
- Show multitasking skills while dealing with many tables and working under pressure
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs
Intern
Kensington Health Hospice Palliative Care
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Worked with patients that were in palliative care who were experiencing pain related symptoms due to age, lifestyle and health conditions
Intern
Mind Forward
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Assessed and treated patients who suffered from traumatic brain injuries, strokes and vehicle accidents
- Obtaining a thorough health history intake and performing neurological assessments
- Performing and modifying massage treatments plans through positioning, pressure and techniques
Intern
Canadian Ice Academy
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Worked with high level AAA hockey players ranged from the ages of 8-15
- Effectively provided a comprehensive assessment consisting of range of motion testing, special orthopedic tests and providing remedial exercises
- Developed treatment plans with athletes that came in with quadricep contusions/impingements and knee meniscus tears, re-evaluating their conditions and progressing with their rehabilitation process through therapeutic massage and home care
Intern
George Hull Centre
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Learned how to work with pregnant patients as well as infants, providing them with effective treatments from emerging findings through the subjective intakes and emerging assessment findings
- Modifying with patient positioning and use of appropriate techniques for these populations
Intern
Michael Garron Substance Withdrawal Center
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Worked with patients who are in rehab for substance abuse such as drugs, medicinal drugs and alcohol and how their withdrawal symptoms affect their day to day life
- Had to perform detailed and thorough health history intakes to ensure the possible symptoms/side effects they may present with prior to resuming with treatment
Intern
Humber College
01.2022 - 04.2024
- Had worked with a variety of patients over the semesters and came up with reliable/safe treatment plans for a diverse group of conditions such as scoliosis, shoulder impingement, patellofemoral pain and musculature injuries due to activities of daily living, stress and sports
Retail Stock Associate
Abercrombie & Fitch Kids
11.2017 - 08.2019
- Stocked shelves, racks and cases with new or transferred merchandise
- Updated pricing on clothes for certain promotions or clearances by changing labels
- Interacted with guests in a friendly and positive manner
- Packed order items
- Maintained a clean and tidy workspace area to ensure productivity and safety
Education
Advanced Diploma - Massage Therapy with Honours
Humber College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Toronto, ON06.2024
High School Diploma -
John Cabot Catholic Secondary School
Mississauga, ON06.2018
Skills
- Social and communication skills
- Critical Thinking
- Specialize in Swedish massage techniques
- Expertise in body mechanics
- Time management
- Passionate helping others achieve their goals
- Hard working and dedicated
Certification
- Registered Massage Therapist
College of Massage Therapists of Ontario - 2024
- Emergency First Aid and CPR/AED – Level C
Canadian Red Cross. October 2024,
Certificate No: 105468408,
Expires: October 2027
- Smart Serve Ontario
Certificate No: e201021681804RS
Languages
English
Ukrainian
Polish
Interests And Hobbies
- Active lifestyle
- Recreational soccer and volleyball player
- Gym enthusiast
Timeline
Registered Massage Therapist
GMG Health and Wellness
12.2024 - Current
Intern
Kensington Health Hospice Palliative Care
02.2024 - 04.2024
Intern
Mind Forward
01.2024 - 02.2024
Intern
Michael Garron Substance Withdrawal Center
09.2023 - 10.2023
Intern
George Hull Centre
03.2023 - 04.2023
Intern
Canadian Ice Academy
01.2023 - 02.2023
Intern
Humber College
01.2022 - 04.2024
Waiter/Bartender
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar
07.2019 - Current
Retail Stock Associate
Abercrombie & Fitch Kids
11.2017 - 08.2019
Advanced Diploma - Massage Therapy with Honours
Humber College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
High School Diploma -
John Cabot Catholic Secondary School
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