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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

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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 -

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