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Work History
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Extracurricular Activities
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Jodie Willemse

Kitchener,ON

Summary

Dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant focused on cultivating positive patient relationships. Experienced in assisting in both Physiotherapy and Athletic Therapy clinics for the past 4 years. Bringing forth excellent customer service skills, a strong work ethic, and full commitment to any job at hand. Equipped with an understanding of the medical industry and important medical terminology. Able to accurately assess the needs of patients and aid in appropriate treatment plans to best address their needs. Educated in exercises and techniques, resulting in stimulated circulation, pain reduction, and an overall pleasant experience.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Physiotherapy Assistant/Kinesiologist

A Body In Motion Rehabilitation
03.2023 - Current
  • Set up equipment ahead of treatments to maintain smooth appointment schedules.
  • Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
  • Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
  • Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation.
  • Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
  • Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
  • Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
  • Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.

Athletic Therapy Assistant

Wilfrid Laurier University
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Brought forth a strong understanding of common athletic injuries and recovery exercises
  • Worked with Athletic Therapists to understand injuries, treat them, and prevent them
  • Helped Varsity athletes return to their sport in the best condition possible
  • Completed ultrasounds and clinic clean up.

After School Program Leader

Sun Life Centre for Healthy Communities
09.2019 - 12.2022
  • Worked on and off throughout university with other program administrators to run a successful program
  • Reported any incidents or concerns to program and school administrators
  • Created and implemented activity plans based on child-led interests and curiosities
  • Provided snacks and social support to children in need within our community.

Guest Services Coordinator

Sun RV Resorts
07.2020 - 08.2022
  • Brought forth excellent customer service skills and a commitment to customer satisfaction
  • Responded to guest requests for special arrangements or services, such as reservations and events
  • Worked to ensure a neat and attractive sales environment, and assisted in the setup of visual displays
  • Served as an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Sales Associate
  • Created client files and maintained meticulous organization of reservation documents
  • Maintained books including bank statements, transactions, and all receipts
  • Assisted in the maintenance of the park, campground, swimming pool, washrooms, and rental cabins.

Amazon Delivery Driver

Intelcom
04.2020 - 07.2020
  • Complied with company safety and sanitary standards at all times
  • Maintained the cleanliness of the trucks to ensure goods were transported in an acceptable environment
  • Completed daily routes and all corresponding paperwork
  • Adhered to safety rules when operating the trucks
  • Ensured packages arrived safely and in a timely manner each day.

Cashier

McDonald's
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Remained punctual and professional at all times
  • Worked well with other employees to ensure proper running of the food service department
  • Performed maintenance and stocking of washrooms, eating areas, and food service areas
  • Handled food with sanitation and safety in mind
  • Worked well in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.

PTA

K-Town Physiotherapy
07.2018 - 09.2018
  • Worked well with medical professionals and their patients
  • Helped out with ultrasounds, TENS machine set-up, teaching exercises, and clean up around the clinic
  • Learned about how a clinic runs and how to care for patients in pain.

Education

Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology -

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ON

High School -

Regiopolis Notre Dame
Kingston, ON

Skills

  • Empathy and Compassion
  • Anatomy and Physiology Understanding
  • Patient Education and Motivation
  • Effective Time Management
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Therapeutic Exercise Knowledge
  • Recognized for work ethic and the ability to achieve results
  • Pain Management Techniques
  • Interpersonal Communication Abilities

Languages

English
French

Extracurricular Activities

09/2019 - Present, Intramural Captain, WLU Athletics, Waterloo, ON, Captain of an Intramural soccer team throughout University. Organized team, payments, communication with convenors, and uniform colours each week.

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Physiotherapy Assistant/Kinesiologist

A Body In Motion Rehabilitation
03.2023 - Current

Athletic Therapy Assistant

Wilfrid Laurier University
09.2022 - 12.2022

Guest Services Coordinator

Sun RV Resorts
07.2020 - 08.2022

Amazon Delivery Driver

Intelcom
04.2020 - 07.2020

After School Program Leader

Sun Life Centre for Healthy Communities
09.2019 - 12.2022

Cashier

McDonald's
05.2019 - 08.2019

PTA

K-Town Physiotherapy
07.2018 - 09.2018

Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology -

Wilfrid Laurier University

High School -

Regiopolis Notre Dame
Jodie Willemse