Chandan Sangha
Calgary
Summary
Qualified Return-to-Work Kinesiologist with a background working with a diverse population to achieve health and wellness goals. Expertise in health risk appraisal, comprehensive fitness testing and exercise prescription. Extremely organized and communicative with patients and colleagues. Actively promotes patient safety and partners with a multidisciplinary health team to provide the best overall care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kinesiologist
CBI Health
01.2023 - Current
- Design rehabilitation plans for clients with physical injuries with the goal of returning client to pre-accident level.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in rehabilitation settings.
- Complete functional testing evaluation and re-assessments as needed.
- Facilitated workshops on injury prevention, stress management, and wellness topics for diverse audiences.
- Completed initial, progress, and discharge reports for WCB and other funders.
- Coordinated group exercise classes aimed at improving participants' cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, balance, and flexibility.
- Managed high-volume caseloads and maintained consistent communication with funders and case managers.
Physiotherapist Assistant
Sports Medicine Centre
09.2018 - 07.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by providing therapeutic exercises and following treatment plans outlined by the supervising Physiotherapist.
- Enhanced patient experience through building rapport and maintaining communication during sessions.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient progress by updating treatment notes after each session.
- Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Volunteer
Thrive Centre University of Calgary
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Overlooking and assisting in exercise of cancer survivors of various conditions and ages.
- Providing a positive, safe and uplifting environment for all participants.
- Organizing and filing various paperwork regarding participants medical history and health conditions while documenting their progress.
- Helped program leadership with planning and fundraising responsibilities.
- Ensured safe exercise practices by demonstrating proper form and technique for each exercise in the program.
Education
Master of Science - Kinesiology
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, ON12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Mind Science
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB06.2021
Skills
- Conducting Clinical Tests
- Physical Assessment
- Exercise Strategies
- Health and Wellness Education
- Managing Pain
- Rehabilitation Plans
- Individual and Group Therapy
- Injury Prevention
Certification
Member of the Alberta Kinesiology Association.
Functional Capacity Evaluation Certification from Metriks FCE.
Level C certified in CPR through Red Cross.
Timeline
Kinesiologist
CBI Health
01.2023 - Current
Physiotherapist Assistant
Sports Medicine Centre
09.2018 - 07.2021
Volunteer
Thrive Centre University of Calgary
01.2016 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Kinesiology
Lakehead University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Mind Science
University of Calgary