Shane Connell
Kentville,NS
Summary
Passionate Kinesiologist and Program Coordinator at CBI Health New Minas, skilled in functional capacity evaluation, ergonomic assessments, job site analyses and multidisciplinary team coordination. Successfully managed diverse caseloads, enhancing patient recovery through tailored rehabilitation techniques. Strong communicator with a proven ability to manage complex injury related cases, perform in-depth personalized assessments, and achieve positive return to work and return to life outcomes
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kinesiologist/Program Coordinator
CBI Health New Minas
New Minas, Nova Scotia
04.2021 - Current
- Performed triage and led case conferences designed to establish cost-effective, outcome-based treatment recommendations.
- Assessed postural alignment, gait analysis, joint range of motion, and functional capacity tests.
- Facilitated health and healing by cultivating caring relationships with clients.
- Prescribed personalized strength and conditioning programs, with a focus on functional rehabilitation.
- Demonstrated safe work practices by adhering to safety protocols in both the clinic and work settings.
- Managed caseload of multiple sessions weekly using various types of therapies and approaches.
- Utilized a variety of modalities, such as ultrasound therapy, electrical stimulation, and cupping.
- Educated patients on proper stretching and strengthening techniques for injury prevention.
- Provided assessments, education, and assistive device recommendations about ergonomics, while prioritizing cost-effectiveness.
- Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability.
CPTN Certified Personal Trainer
Goodlife Fitness St. Catharines
St. Catharines, Ontario
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Assisted clients with developing reasonable diets and nutritional guidelines.
- Coached and encouraged participants during exercises and routines.
- Developed personalized fitness programs for clients based on their individual goals and needs.
- Demonstrated safe and proper exercise techniques to clients.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' current physical condition, strength, flexibility, and body composition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Kinetics (Honours)
St. Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, NS05-2019
High School Diploma -
Northeast Kings Education Centre
Canning, NS06-2015
Skills
- Functional capacity evaluation
- Ergonomics assessment
- Job site analysis
- Post-offer employment testing
- Caseload management
- Multidisciplinary team coordination
- Strong communication
- Critical thinking, problem solving
- Group client education
- Business acquisition, stakeholder engagement
Affiliations
- Engaged in a variety of sports and other recreational activities.
- Worked in a variety of both manual and intellectual labour vocations.
- Lifelong learner excited by new opportunities and responsibilities.
Accomplishments
- Completed Honours Thesis research involving biomechanics and exercise physiology
- Maintained a 5-star review and 93/100 Net Promoter score over the course of 4 years of employment at CBI Health
- Successfully acquired multiple Post Offer Employment Testing contracts with employers
- Completed 49 Functional Capacity Evaluations in one annual term
Certification
- Functional Capacity Evaluation Technician and E.P.I.C Testing Certified
- Ergonomist
- Post Offer Employment Test and PPFA Certified
- Honours Thesis in Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kinesiologist/Program Coordinator
CBI Health New Minas
04.2021 - Current
CPTN Certified Personal Trainer
Goodlife Fitness St. Catharines
08.2019 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Human Kinetics (Honours)
St. Francis Xavier University
High School Diploma -
Northeast Kings Education Centre
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