Jimmy Poisson
Sudbury,ON
Summary
Recent Kinesiology graduate with over 500 hours of hands-on experience in clinical and rehabilitation settings, dedicated to serving the community and aspiring to become a Family Physician. Passionate about making a direct impact on patients' health and care, with a strong commitment to addressing physical needs and emotional well-being to enhance overall quality of life. Continuously seeks new experiences and adapts to diverse environments, driven by a desire for self-improvement to provide the best possible care. Eager to leverage the DSW position as an opportunity to further develop skills in patient-centered care while contributing to a team focused on holistic support.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Physical Education Teacher
École Saint-Joseph
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Taught and managed physical education classes for students from preschool to 8th grade.
- Developed and led engaging physical activities and games that fostered teamwork, cooperation, and a love for movement.
- Gained extensive experience in adapting instructional methods to suit different age groups and skill levels.
- Cultivated strong classroom management skills, including patience, positive reinforcement, and conflict resolution.
Drug and Alcohol Technician
NorthStream Safety & Rehab
03.2025 - Current
- Performed pre-employment and post-incident drug and alcohol testing.
- Conducted comprehensive medical fitness assessments, including lifting capacity, vision, and hearing evaluations.
Student Kinesiologist
HSN Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Completed a 200-hour internship focused on cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation.
- Assisted with patient care, including ECG readings, telemetry setup, and vital sign monitoring.
- Taught group aquatic workout classes for patients recovery and strength building
Internship With Chiropractor
Northern Chiropractic
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Completed a 200-hour internship, gaining hands-on experience in exercise programming and a variety of therapeutic modalities.
- Applied skills in cold laser therapy, RockFloss taping, cupping, and therapeutic ultrasound.
Education
High School Diploma -
École Saint-joseph
Wawa, ON06.2021
Bachelor of Kinesiology -
Laurentian University
Sudbury, ON05.2025
Master of Interdisciplinary Health -
Laurentian University
Sudbury, ON09.2025
Skills
- Languages: Bilingual in English and French
- Patient care expertise
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
Certification
- Licenses: Driver's License
- Certifications: First Aid
Academic Research
Master's Paper: Rural Health Focused on addressing the challenges of healthcare in rural areas, with a specific emphasis on strategies to increase physician retention in remote communities.
Volunteer work
Sudbury Developmental Services, Ontario, 2022-02, 2022-05, Aided staff in providing direct care, including assisting with feeding, cleaning, and daily chores to support a safe and organized environment., Assisted with range of motion exercises for patients, utilizing my kinesiology background to support physical therapy plans., Managed administrative tasks and client documentation with staff, ensuring accurate and organized records to support team efforts.
Timeline
Drug and Alcohol Technician
NorthStream Safety & Rehab
03.2025 - Current
Student Kinesiologist
HSN Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab
10.2024 - 12.2024
Elementary School Physical Education Teacher
École Saint-Joseph
06.2024 - 07.2025
Internship With Chiropractor
Northern Chiropractic
05.2024 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
École Saint-joseph
Bachelor of Kinesiology -
Laurentian University
Master of Interdisciplinary Health -
Laurentian University