Bashar Tahat
London
Summary
Results-oriented and dedicated kinesiologist with experience managing MSK injuries and rehabilitation through personalized exercise programs. Proven skills in case management of disabilities, clinical and ergonomic assessments, and patient care, combined with a strong background in fitness training. Able to coordinate with healthcare providers and stakeholders for comprehensive support and optimization of patient outcomes. Possesses strong communication skills and a commitment to fostering a positive, motivating environment for clients of all ages and abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Kinesiologist (awaiting R.KIN registration)
OnTrack (Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada)
07.2024 - Current
- Managed occupation and non-occupational MSK injuries using exercise and stretches
- Carried out personal one on one exercise/stretching sessions
- Prescribed Home Exercise Packages and conducted a follow-up to ensure the effectiveness and adherence
- Managed pain derived from MSK injuries using, TENS, heat, cold, IASTM, and cupping
- Provided a proactive and reactive approach to MSK injuries using a variety of taping methods
- Completed a variety of physical demands analysis (PDAs) for processes
- Conducted thorough investigation of patients’ medical history and current health status
- Collaborated with health care providers, insurers, and other support staff to deliver appropriate resources and therapies during the clients’ rehabilitation process
- Reported work-related injuries to the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) using the Form 7
- Analyzed Form 8s and other health care documents to ensure the patient stays within their set functional restrictions
- Conducted comprehensive functional assessments including special tests (Orthopedic, Neurological, and ROM) and modified the patients’ work processes accordingly
- Documented patient visits following the standards of the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario using specialized charting software
Fitness Professional & Medically Integrated Fitness Trainer
MedPoint
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Coached and led athletes through their target exercise programs
- Motivated seniors and promoted the positive health effects of exercise on their daily lives
- Communicated with various stakeholders to enhance the company’s current business model, for continuous improvement
- Environment: One-on-one (in-person or virtual) training or clinical session
- Group class sessions
- Clinical equipment utilized: Bod Pod, Fit3D, Cardio Coached, Electrocardiogram (ECG), Functional Movement Screen
Ergonomist
THK RHYTHM AUTOMOTIVE
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Participated in Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) meetings
- Delivered comprehensive Health and Safety training sessions to new hires during on-boarding
- Completed various ergonomic assessments, including NIOSH, RULAs, PDAs, and cost analyses
- Developed the company’s ergonomic program
- Proficient in quantifying risk through force measurement, workstation dimensions and secondary risk assessments (Noise, light & vibration)
- Completed functionality assessments and provided recommendations
- Improved and updated the company’s office ergonomic assessment tool
- Created a manual material handling presentation focusing on safe lifting technique, neutral postures, and associated health consequences
- Performed a shop floor audit on floor lifts and provided recommendations on how they can be eliminated
- Interacted with various stakeholders such as Managers, Supervisors, Operators, and Contractors
- Took part as a team to address safety talks on heat stress, forklift-pedestrian interactions, and respiratory programs
- Introductory to WSIB and claims management
Director
The Lintel Inc.
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Company Overview: Family-owned residential building company
- Communicate and negotiate with various trades and architects for residential new builds
- Track the company’s expenses, communications, and processes
- Supervise construction sites and ensure the safety standards are met
- Communicate with government inspectors to obtain approval
- Family-owned residential building company
Education
Diploma - Applied Master’s in Advanced Ergonomics
Fanshawe College
London, Ontario04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Honors Specialization in Kinesiology
University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario04.2022
Skills
- Perform assessments using Jack by Siemens, Works Ergo, UofM 3DSSP, and Handpak software
- Efficient at detecting safety and ergonomic issues in a workplace
- Proficient at using physical ergonomic tools: RULA, NIOSH, Arm Force Field, LM-MMH Equations, ACGIH TLVs, PDAs, etc
- Working to be recertified: CPR & First Aid
- Strong analytical skills
- Identify and analyze functional limitations
- Analyzing medical records and patient history
- Ability to manage injuries and provide rehabilitation techniques
- Prescribe exercise/stretching programs (all domains)
- Perform orthopedic (special) tests
- Conduct a range of motion assessment (AROM, PROM, RROM)
- Ability to manage pain using physiotherapy modalities (IASTM, Cupping, TENS)
- Fitness assessments (Bod Pod, Fit3D, FMS, VO2 Max)
- Bilingual: Arabic
- Proficient in using MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Team Leader
- Problem Solving
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Kinesiologist (awaiting R.KIN registration)
OnTrack (Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada)
07.2024 - Current
Ergonomist
THK RHYTHM AUTOMOTIVE
05.2024 - 07.2024
Fitness Professional & Medically Integrated Fitness Trainer
MedPoint
06.2023 - 08.2024
Director
The Lintel Inc.
09.2021 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Honors Specialization in Kinesiology
University of Western Ontario
Diploma - Applied Master’s in Advanced Ergonomics
Fanshawe College
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