Melanie Plourde
OTA-PTA
Cornwall,ON
Summary
Develop and enhance my knowledge and skills as a Occupational Assist and Physiotherapist Assisted in a stimulating environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
OTA-PTA
St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre
04.2014 - Current
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisting OT’s with building/providing equipment.
- Providing transfer training.
- Provided monthly staff training.
- Providing hands on care with daily life activities
- Providing exercice programs recommended by physiotherapist
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Certified Personal Trainer
Physical Limit Fitness Club
02.2021 - 11.2024
- Streamlined client scheduling processes through efficient appointment management systems, ensuring timely communication of changes or cancellations.
- Conducted thorough assessments of new clients'' physical abilities, medical histories, and personal goals before designing tailored fitness programs.
- Developed customized nutrition plans to support clients'' weight loss, muscle gain, and performance goals.
- Promoted a safe workout environment by maintaining clean facilities, regularly inspecting equipment, and addressing any safety concerns promptly.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic and attainable fitness goals, providing ongoing support to ensure consistent progress and success.
- Educated clients on the importance of proper warm-up, cool-down, and stretching techniques to promote recovery and prevent injuries.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
Soccer Instructor
Seaway Valley Soccer
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with fellow coaching staff to devise innovative training methods that kept athletes engaged and motivated throughout the season.
- Coordinated practice schedules in collaboration with other coaching staff members to optimize time management and efficiency.
- Developed players'' technical skills by designing specific drills focusing on dribbling, passing, shooting, and ball control.
- Increased team cohesion through the implementation of team-building exercises and fostering a positive, inclusive environment.
- Adopted soccer strategies and tactics to maximize team potential.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
- Strengthened players' decision-making abilities through tactical analysis sessions that dissected game scenarios from various perspectives.
- Enhanced player performance by developing individualized training plans tailored to each athlete''s needs and goals.
- Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
Physiotherapist Assistant
TIA
02.2013 - 08.2014
- Assisted patients with mobility issues by demonstrating proper use of assistive devices such as crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs.
- Assisted with initial patient evaluations, collecting data on strength, flexibility, balance, and other relevant measurements.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing therapeutic exercises and following treatment plans outlined by the supervising Physiotherapist.
- Contributed to a positive clinic atmosphere by fostering strong relationships with patients, families, and fellow staff members.
- Maintained detailed records of patient information such as medical history, evaluation results, progress reports, treatment plans.
Cashier
Jean-Coutu Pharmacy
03.2008 - 09.2013
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
Education
Diploma - Occupational And Physical Therapist Assistant
La Cité Collégiale
Ottawa, ON 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
La Citadelle Catholic Secondary School
Cornwall, ON 05.2001 -
Skills
Calm Under Pressure
Language: fluent in French and in English both written and
verbal
Critical Thinker
Effective communication
Punctual, reliable and dedicated
Team worker
Technology Inclined
Leader
Ability to plan and establish priorities
Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Certification
Standard First Aid with CPR - St John Ambulance
REFERENCES
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Soccer Instructor
Seaway Valley Soccer
06.2021 - 09.2023
Certified Personal Trainer
Physical Limit Fitness Club
02.2021 - 11.2024
OTA-PTA
St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre
04.2014 - Current
Physiotherapist Assistant
TIA
02.2013 - 08.2014
Cashier
Jean-Coutu Pharmacy
03.2008 - 09.2013
Diploma - Occupational And Physical Therapist Assistant
La Cité Collégiale
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
La Citadelle Catholic Secondary School
05.2001 -