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Vanessa Contenta

Montreal,QC

Summary

Accomplished Athletic Therapist possessing strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills. Provides supportive environment conducive to addressing individual needs. Distinguished client-facing skills and experience working closely with health care professionals to assess and treat complex conditions. Dedicated team player with extensive expertise in sports medicine and athlete support. Well-versed in rendering aid and preparing athletes for activities with effective taping, bracing and padding. Bring 15 years' experience in the field. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Athletic Therapist

CF Montreal
11.2012 - Current
  • Managed treatment scheduling, oversaw medical records, maintained and updated rehabilitation progress reports and recorded injuries.
  • Supervised 5-7 athletic training students per year by monitoring activities and mentoring.
  • Participated in staff meetings, student-athlete onboarding and physicals as well as additional opportunities with athletic clinics and camps.
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of 2 assistants and 80 athletes.
  • Recorded patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts.
  • Coordinated care with team doctors, athletes, families and coaches.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Implemented individualized therapeutic interventions and established exercise programs for athletes' specific needs.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Developed and implemented preventive programs to minimize injuries.
  • Prepared 80 student athletes for and attended daily practices and games.
  • Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising.
  • Evaluated and triaged athletic injuries for doctor
  • Planned medical coverage for away meets and tournaments
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts

Assistant Athletic Therapist

CF Montreal
02.2012 - 11.2012
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
  • Implemented individualized therapeutic interventions and established exercise programs for athletes' specific needs.
  • Recorded patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts.
  • Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
  • Prepared 120 student athletes for and attended daily practices and games.
  • Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising.
  • Communicated with head trainer and doctors about patient needs.

Athletic Therapist

Action Sport Physio
12.2008 - 11.2012
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
  • Recorded patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts.
  • Devised rehabilitation and exercise plans to aid healing, build strength and prevent further injury.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement

Head Athletic Therapist

St Leonard Semi-Pro Soccer Team
04.2012 - 10.2012
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Instructed athletes on appropriate stretches and at-home treatments for minor injuries.
  • Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising for 30 athletes.

Team Athletic Therapist

UQAM
09.2007 - 03.2012
  • Prepared 80 student athletes for and attended daily practices and games.
  • Managed treatment scheduling, oversaw medical records, maintained and updated rehabilitation progress reports and recorded injuries.
  • Implemented individualized therapeutic interventions and established exercise programs for athletes' specific needs.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Recorded patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts.
  • Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
  • Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising.
  • Prescribed treatments such as rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
  • Devised rehabilitation and exercise plans to aid healing, build strength and prevent further injury.
  • Supported students in meeting training and conditioning goals.
  • Planned medical coverage for away meets and tournaments.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others

Athletic Therapist

Quebec Figure Skating Team
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Collaborated with 50 athletes to ensure participation at National Championship.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
  • Provided athletes with support and treatment to allow for competition.
  • Referred athletes to physician as needed.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed

Athletic Therapist

Various Teams
11.2008 - 12.2011

Working with various teams: Totalcampo soccer, St. Leonard Cougars Football, Lac St Louis AAA Soccer, Bourassa AAA Soccer, sport-études programs, St. Leonard International Midget Hockey Tournament, ISU Grand Prix Final.

  • Prepared student athletes for and attended daily practices and games.
  • Implemented individualized therapeutic interventions and established exercise programs for athletes' specific needs.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Instructed athletes on appropriate stretches and at-home treatments for minor injuries.
  • Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising.
  • Prescribed treatments such as rest, ice, compression, and elevation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Athletic Therapy

Concordia University
Montreal, QC
06.2003

Skills

  • Medical Records Management
  • Head Injury Knowledge
  • Athlete Evaluation and treatment
  • Manual Therapy Techniques
  • Core Strengthening
  • Movement Restoration and Injury Prevention
  • Infection Control Policies
  • Staff and Student Training and Management

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Italian
Limited Working

Timeline

Head Athletic Therapist

CF Montreal
11.2012 - Current

Head Athletic Therapist

St Leonard Semi-Pro Soccer Team
04.2012 - 10.2012

Assistant Athletic Therapist

CF Montreal
02.2012 - 11.2012

Athletic Therapist

Quebec Figure Skating Team
01.2009 - 01.2012

Athletic Therapist

Action Sport Physio
12.2008 - 11.2012

Athletic Therapist

Various Teams
11.2008 - 12.2011

Team Athletic Therapist

UQAM
09.2007 - 03.2012

Bachelor of Science - Athletic Therapy

Concordia University
Vanessa Contenta