Christian Di Salvo
Oakville,Ontario
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Anatomy Lab Teaching Assistant
University of Waterloo School of Anatomy
Waterloo, ON
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared laboratory materials and equipment for student use in accordance with safety protocols for Human Anatomy lab course
- Instructed a station at weekly cadaver labs going over various parts of course content
- Facilitated group discussions between students about course material as part of lab time.
Hospital Volunteer
Grand River Hospital
Waterloo, ON
05.2023 - Current
- Greeted visitors in a friendly manner, offering directions or other assistance as needed.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients and families.
- Helped with special events hosted by the hospital, such as health fairs or fundraisers.
- Helped transport patients and assisted with discharges.
Post-Stroke Exercise Volunteer
University of Waterloo Centre for Community, Clinical, and Applied Research Centre Excellence
Waterloo, ON
05.2023 - Current
- One-on-one exercise training with individuals recovering from strokes.
- Set up and monitor participants using heart rate monitors and RPE scale to track level of exertion during exercise.
- Demonstrated activities to participants and coached on safe and effective lifting techniques.
- Evaluated participant needs, taking into consideration fitness levels and current health conditions.
Anatomy Lab Demonstrator
University of Waterloo School of Anatomy
Waterloo, ON
12.2023 - 12.2023
- Lab instructor within the general anatomy and neuroanatomy stations during the annual Kin lab days event.
- Led groups of five high school students going over general anatomy and giving the opportunity to see cadaveric specimens and brain specimens
- Facilitated discussions and answered questions about anatomy, the faculty of Health, and personal experiences within the Kinesiology program.
Neuroscience Research Apprenticeship
University of Waterloo SCiLL Lab
Waterloo, ON
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted masters and PHD students with their research studies.
- Took part in weekly lab meetings and sat in on thesis defenses.
- Presented a research paper of choice on Parkinson's disease to the lab team with related content to methods used within the lab.
Orientation Leader
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Led a group of 20 first year students who were all in the Faculty of Health for the entirety of orientation week.
- Created a welcoming environment for incoming students by providing them with advice on how to adjust to university life.
- Planned social activities that promoted community building among new students throughout orientation week
Volunteer Dissector
University of Waterloo School of Anatomy
Waterloo, ON
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Prepared donor bodies for lab use in upcoming fall term.
- Helped dissect and prepare various regions of the body
- Worked with over eight cadavers
Restorative Aide
LaPointe-Fisher Nursing Home
Guelph, ON
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Treated 64 residents to relieve pain and restore function and maintain quality of life.
- Worked with physical therapist and nurses to provide adaptive care plans for improving residents function.
- Administered one-on-one passive/active range of motion and gait movement plans.
- Treated residents with cancer, MS, Parkinson's disease and other chronic conditions.
Pool Crew
Oakville's Finest Pools
Oakville, ON
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided exceptional service to clients.
- Extensive attention to detail for site plans.
- Strong Coordination and communication with coworkers.
Meat Clerk
Sobeys
Oakville, ON
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Learned to work in a fast paced environment.
- Gained lots of experience in customer service.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Honours Kinesiology
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ONHigh School Diploma -
Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School
Oakville, ON06.2021
Standard First Aid and CPR Level C -
Canadian Red Cross
Oakville, Ontario04.2022
Skills
- Quick learner
- Positive attitude
- Compassionate
- Customer focussed
- Self-directed
- Proficient in Office 365
- Self-starter
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Critical Thinking
- Goal-Driven
Timeline
Volunteer Anatomy Lab Teaching Assistant
University of Waterloo School of Anatomy
01.2024 - Current
Anatomy Lab Demonstrator
University of Waterloo School of Anatomy
12.2023 - 12.2023
Neuroscience Research Apprenticeship
University of Waterloo SCiLL Lab
09.2023 - 12.2023
Orientation Leader
University of Waterloo
08.2023 - 09.2023
Hospital Volunteer
Grand River Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Post-Stroke Exercise Volunteer
University of Waterloo Centre for Community, Clinical, and Applied Research Centre Excellence
05.2023 - Current
Volunteer Dissector
University of Waterloo School of Anatomy
05.2023 - 08.2023
Restorative Aide
LaPointe-Fisher Nursing Home
01.2023 - 04.2023
Pool Crew
Oakville's Finest Pools
05.2022 - 08.2022
Meat Clerk
Sobeys
06.2020 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Honours Kinesiology
University of Waterloo
High School Diploma -
Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School
Standard First Aid and CPR Level C -
Canadian Red Cross
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