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Chenyang Zhao

Kitchener,ON

Summary

Passionate about helping people through exercise instruction and tailored exercise prescriptions. Experienced in interacting with clients in clinical settings and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide evidence-based care and optimize client outcomes. Strong communicator with expertise in health data management, personalized program development, and hands-on patient support. Eager to contribute to a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching and Laboratory Instructor Assistant

University of Waterloo
Waterloo, Ontario
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Led and supervised lab sessions focused on exercise prescription, supporting students in understanding how to design evidence-based rehabilitation programs.
  • Collaborated with faculty to create instructional materials that aligned with industry standards, ensuring students developed practical skills relevant to clinical settings.
  • Provided individualized feedback to students, improving their ability to apply theoretical concepts in hands-on environments, such as rehabilitation exercises and patient care.

Clinical Exercise and Research Assistant

The Centre for Community, Clinical and Applied Research Excellence (CCCARE)
Waterloo, Ontario
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted elderly clients in exercise programs designed to improve both physical and cognitive health, monitoring progress, and offering personalized guidance.
  • Provided feedback to supervisors based on client progress, which informed adjustments to exercise protocols and improved client outcomes.
  • Promoted general knowledge of exercise and rehabilitation to clients, introduced exercise techniques and precautions, so that clients can actively cooperate with and participate in rehabilitation treatment, and effectively prevent and avoid injuries.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Halifax Osteoporotic Health Center
Halifax, Nova Scotia
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted in the management and maintenance of rehabilitation equipment, ensuring it was properly calibrated and safe for client use.
  • Monitors patient progress, conducts assessments, and participates in the development and improvement of rehabilitation programs to ensure patients receive optimal care.
  • Compiled and maintained accurate patient records, ensuring all treatment data was readily accessible to medical staff and integrated into health information databases.

Youth Activities Coordinator

Halifax Wheelchair Basketball Youth Team
Halifax, Nova Scotia
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Skilled in the use of a wheelchair, I instructed and assisted the young trainees in the safe and effective use of a wheelchair.
  • Developed and implemented weekly activity schedules tailored to the interests and abilities of trainees.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of the activity program and made adjustments based on the data, resulting in increased satisfaction and participation for many trainees.

Event Organizer

Halifax Disabled Athletes Exchange Conference
Halifax, Nova Scotia
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Organized event logistics and collaborated with healthcare professionals to create an environment that emphasized holistic care and mutual support.
  • Facilitated discussions among disabled athletes, fostering a supportive community where participants can share strategies for managing their physical conditions and improving overall well-being.
  • Summarized participant feedback and collected event data to ensure the continuity of such events, and provided valid lessons for future events.

Education

Master of Kinesiology -

University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON
08-2024

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology -

Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
04-2023

Skills

  • Lab equipment maintenance
  • Organizational abilities
  • Communication and writing skills
  • Collaboration
  • Software: Microsoft Office Suite, R Studio
  • Languages: English (proficient), Mandarin (native)
  • Certifications: CPR Level B Certification

Timeline

Teaching and Laboratory Instructor Assistant

University of Waterloo
04.2024 - 08.2024

Clinical Exercise and Research Assistant

The Centre for Community, Clinical and Applied Research Excellence (CCCARE)
09.2023 - 12.2023

Physical Therapist Assistant

Halifax Osteoporotic Health Center
04.2023 - 08.2023

Youth Activities Coordinator

Halifax Wheelchair Basketball Youth Team
01.2023 - 04.2023

Event Organizer

Halifax Disabled Athletes Exchange Conference
06.2022 - 08.2022

Master of Kinesiology -

University of Waterloo

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology -

Dalhousie University

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