David Hovdestad
Fullerton
Summary
Results-driven leader in staff training and workflow management in Cardiopulmonary Rehab. Demonstrated expertise in compliance oversight and inventory control, improving departmental efficiency. Strong background in patient assessment and team leadership, implementing innovative solutions and strategic initiatives. Renewed AACVPR certification, upholding high standards in patient care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor
Mission Hospital Cardiopulmonary Rehab
04.2025 - Current
- Create and assist in the implementation of new workflows to enhance department efficiency.
- Maintained efficient workflows to ensure smooth department operations.
- Ensured adherence to department standards and competencies through collaboration with education and management team.
- Train new employees and evaluate the effectiveness of the training.
- Ensure compliance with department certification standards.
- Managed staff scheduling to optimize coverage and meet clinic demands.
- Oversee the inventory and ordering of clinic supplies.
- Ensured safety standards compliance in the clinic.
- Managed clinical workload.
Interim Supervisor
Mission Hospital Cardiopulmonary Rehab
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed staff schedules to ensure optimal coverage and service delivery.
- Oversaw clinic inventory and streamlined ordering process to maintain supply levels.
- Maintained safety standards in department to ensure compliance and patient safety.
- Managed the clinical workload.
- Renew the AACVPR certification for both cardiac and pulmonary fields.
Clinical Exercise Physiologist/Coordinator
Mission Cardiopulmonary Rehab
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to inform treatment strategies.
- Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans, including:
- - Cardiovascular training and progressions
- - Resistance training and progressions
- - Lifestyle modification prescriptions
- - Customized plans to maximize results
- - Movement analysis for injury prevention
- Perform patient risk assessments
- Monitor EKG readings
- Provided personalized one-on-one patient education to enhance understanding of treatment plans.
- - Encourage referrals to other specialists when appropriate for patient needs (e.g., dietician, spiritual services)
- Supported department oversight to ensure adherence to high-quality service standards.
- Trained new employees on procedures and best practices for their roles.
- Collaborate as part of the hospital leadership committee
Fitness Manager
24 Hour Fitness
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Led team of 7 employees directly and supported 8 additional employees indirectly to achieve operational goals.
- Partnered with management team to enhance day-to-day club operations and member experience.
- Trained Personal Trainers on workout design and diet recommendations.
- Trained the sales staff on the benefits of personal training and assisted with completing sales transactions.
- Coordinated weekly employee schedules to ensure adequate staffing coverage.
- Delivered training for individuals with stable conditions on lifestyle modifications and fitness training to improve health outcomes.
Polo Ralph Lauren Specialist
Macys
09.2010 - 08.2017
- Executed sales strategies to promote products and increase store revenue.
- Oversaw brand presentation in store to maintain alignment with company standards.
- Assisted shoppers with inquiries and product needs to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Provided feedback on customer responses to merchandise to inform inventory decisions.
- Assist in display set-ups.
- Maintaining product
- Assistant manager role
Education
Master of Science - Exercise Physiology
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, Ca05.2022
Master of Science - Exercise Science
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CaBachelors of science - Kinesiology
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, Ca05.2016
Skills
- Workflow management
- Compliance oversight
- Patient assessment
- Inventory control
- Team leadership
- Staff training
Certification
- Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM)
- ACLS
- BLS
- Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (AAVCRP)
Timeline
Supervisor
Mission Hospital Cardiopulmonary Rehab
04.2025 - Current
Interim Supervisor
Mission Hospital Cardiopulmonary Rehab
08.2024 - 04.2025
Clinical Exercise Physiologist/Coordinator
Mission Cardiopulmonary Rehab
05.2022 - 08.2024
Fitness Manager
24 Hour Fitness
08.2020 - 05.2022
Polo Ralph Lauren Specialist
Macys
09.2010 - 08.2017
Master of Science - Exercise Physiology
California State University, Fullerton
Master of Science - Exercise Science
California State University, Long Beach
Bachelors of science - Kinesiology
California State University, Fullerton