Kunal Rana
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EDUCATION:
Master of Sport Science in Exercise Physiology Jan. 2017 – Aug. 2018
Hofstra University (Hempstead, NY)
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science Sept. 2011- Aug. 2016
William Paterson University (Wayne, NJ)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Exercise Physiologist
Spring Hills Home Care (Cherry Hills, NJ) Jan. 2019 – Mar. 2020
Developing comprehensive, personalized, exercise prescriptions according to patient’s current condition/vitals, special test results, and short-term goals as well as long-term goals,
Assessing, measuring, and recording patient’s heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation pre, during, and post exercise,
Keeping records of all the exercises done on a daily basis with patients,
Acting as a companion on days where exercise is not a goal,
Educating patients on corrective exercise program, posture, and the benefits of daily physical activity,
Providing updates to families on how their loved ones are progressing, and how they are performing in sessions,
Teaching a group exercise class, while being mindful of the limitations of patients while also having fun,
Maintaining sessions while exceeding goals and revenue on a quarterly and monthly basis,
Providing excellent customer service to patients and their families during therapy sessions.
Exercise Physiologist Intern
FICX Fitness (Roslyn, NY) Jun. 2018- Aug. 2018
Learned different methods of exercising including, but not limited to, corrective exercise programs, posture control, and myofascial release techniques,
Gained experience in learning new ways of developing a personalized exercise program,
Observed new exercise techniques to be performed on clients, and proper execution of said techniques.
Physical Therapy Aide Jan. 2017 -Oct 2017
Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Associates (Lynbrook, NY)
Assisted patients with stretching, resistance training, and hot paraffin treatments.
Collected pertinent information within four physical therapists regarding the patient’s daily living activities and overall temperament and assessed strength, posture and gait.
Provided treatment according to four therapists to improve patients mobility, relieve pain, and carry out their daily exercises
Rehabilitation Aide (Inpatient & Outpatient) May 2015 – Jan 2017
St. Joseph Regional Medical Center (Paterson, NJ)
Helped multiple Physical Therapists in providing therapeutic exercises to patient in the gym and at bedside,
Accurate measurement of vital signs of patients.
Cardiac Rehabilitation (Intern) May 2016 – July 2016
Hackensack University Medical Center (Hackensack, NJ)
Assisted patients in administering with their specific exercises by setting them up on their machines
Observed heart rate and blood pressure of two to three patients for two exercise physiologists
Showed patients’ through stretches at the end of the session for cool down
Monitored electrocardiogram computer of twelve patients in the facility
Also, observed Cardiac Cauthertization and stress test of four patients.
Sensory-Motor and Cognitive Coach July 2014- Sept. 2014
Brain Balance Achievement Center (Allendale, NJ)
Conducted physical activities such as core strengthening, vestibular training, auditory processing, visual processing, eye muscle coordination activities, rhythm and timing exercises, and fine motor skills,
Tutored in academic skills and assisted clients who needed developing their academic skills as well as social skills.
Intern - Physical Therapist Aide Dec. 2012- Jun. 2014
Advanced Physical Therapy (Saddle Brook, NJ)
Assisted Physical Therapist in organizing/cleaning work area
Instructed, motivated, assisted patients in carrying out functional exercises
Secured patients into therapy equipment
ACHIEVEMENTS/ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
CPR Certification: 2020-2022
Proficient in interpreting EKG arrhythmias
William Paterson University Kinesiology Club member: 2016
Languages— English, Gujarati, Hindi
Excellent communication and leadership skills; friendly nature, and fast learner