Sports Physical Therapist (PRN)

• Nov 2022 - Present

Establish a Sports Rehabilitation and Performance Training service for collegiate athletes. Sports Injury Assessments and Rehabilitation, and targeted Strength and Conditioning Training. Sports covered include track and field, cricket, basketball, football (soccer), volleyball and netball. Establish a Sports Rehabilitation and Performance Training service for collegiate athletes. Sports Injury Assessments and Rehabilitation, and targeted Strength and Conditioning Training. Sports covered include track and field, cricket, basketball, football (soccer), volleyball and netball.

Adjunct Lecturer - MSc. Physical Education and Sport

• Sep 2020 - Present

Teach a Master's level course in Sports and Exercise Science. Course content gives an overview of the broad field of Sport and Exercise Science, touching on the various domains of Sport and Exercise Science: Biomechanics/Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Health and wellness, and Sport/Health Psychology. Strength and Conditioning is highlighted as a model that encompasses all domains of sport and exercise science. Teach a Master's level course in Sports and Exercise Science. Course content gives an overview of the broad field of Sport and Exercise Science, touching on the various domains of Sport and Exercise Science: Biomechanics/Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Health and wellness, and Sport/Health Psychology. Strength and Conditioning is highlighted as a model that encompasses all domains of sport and exercise science.

Strength And Conditioning Coach

• Sep 2016 - Present

Strength Coach for youth swimmers aged 12-16 years. Strength Coach for youth swimmers aged 12-16 years.

Co-Founder, Co-Director

• May 2015 - Present

"Health. Wellness. Performance." is a program that utilizes Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine and Exercise Science as its foundation, with an emphasis on exercise-based interventions and services. Our services include: Physical Therapy, "Post-Rehab" Exercise Therapy, Specialized Personal Training, Strength and Conditioning and Exercise Prescription, Weight-Loss and Weight Management, and Health-and-Wellness related consultations. We offer affordable prices and are open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. For more information please email me at dialob.rpt.cscs@gmail.com. Show less

Registered Physiotherapist

• Aug 2013 - Present

Lecturer - Caribbean School of Sports Sciences

• Feb 2020 - Aug 2021

Taught undergraduate sports science and sports medicine-related courses, including Exercise Physiology (Theory and Lab); Introduction to Sports Medicine; Upper Limb, Lower Limb and Head, Spine and Torso injuries; Risk Management in Sport; and Injury Rehabilitation. Supervised and mentored undergraduate Sports Science students throughout their capstone research projects, from ideation to completion. Member of the Faculty of Science and Sport Research and Research Ethics Committee - Reviewed student and faculty research project proposals per ethical considerations and guidelines. Show less

Assistant Lecturer, School of Physical Therapy

• Sep 2013 - Mar 2020

Supported primary lecturers in instruction of lab classes taught to first, second and third year Physical Therapy students (over 50 students per class). Courses included: -Rehabilitation 1 (Orthopaedic assessment and Rehab) -Rehabilitation 3 (Neurologic Assessment and Rehab) - Therapeutics 1 (Vital signs and basic assessments, Exercise Therapy, Gait analysis and Walking Aids) -Therapeutics 2 (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation and Joint Mobilization Techniques) -Exercise Physiology -Introductory Sports Medicine Conducted formal and informal tutorials for classes as well as individual students. Assisted in administration and marking of exams. Administered Physical Therapy services in the Outpatient Clinic at the School of Physical Therapy. Show less

Adjunct Lecturer - BSc Sports Kinetics/Sports Coaching

• Sep 2019 - Dec 2019

Instructed in Exercise Physiology (theory and practical)and Adapted Sports Kinetics. Instructed in Exercise Physiology (theory and practical)and Adapted Sports Kinetics.

Adjunct Lecturer - Sports Science

• Sep 2019 - Dec 2019

Taught undergraduate sports science and sports medicine-related courses. Taught undergraduate sports science and sports medicine-related courses.

Sports Physical Therapist

• Jan 2016 - Sep 2019

• Assessed and provided rehabilitative and injury-prevention services to athletic and physically active persons • Provided rehabilitative services to student athletes of the University of the West Indies and the University of Technology, Jamaica • Documented patient assessments and treatments and prepared Physiotherapy reports • Assessed and provided rehabilitative and injury-prevention services to athletic and physically active persons • Provided rehabilitative services to student athletes of the University of the West Indies and the University of Technology, Jamaica • Documented patient assessments and treatments and prepared Physiotherapy reports

Strength And Conditioning Consultant (Volunteer)

• Jan 2019 - Jul 2019

Collaborate with Team Physiotherapists for the National Paralympic Team in designing and implementing periodized strength and conditioning training programs for National Paralympic and Para-sport athletes of various disciplines. Athletes include ambulant, wheelchair and visually-impaired para-athletes. Aiding in preparation for Para-PanAm Games, Lima, Peru 2019; and Paralympic Games, Tokyo, 2020 Collaborate with Team Physiotherapists for the National Paralympic Team in designing and implementing periodized strength and conditioning training programs for National Paralympic and Para-sport athletes of various disciplines. Athletes include ambulant, wheelchair and visually-impaired para-athletes. Aiding in preparation for Para-PanAm Games, Lima, Peru 2019; and Paralympic Games, Tokyo, 2020

Team Physiotherapist

• Oct 2015 - Oct 2015

- Provided on-field coverage and off-field Physical Therapy services to Jamaica’s National Men’s Senior Soccer Team (“The Reggage Boyz”) - Provided on-field coverage and off-field Physical Therapy services to Jamaica’s National Men’s Senior Soccer Team (“The Reggage Boyz”)

Strength and Conditioning Coach, Consultant Physiotherapist

• Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

Designed progressive Strength and Conditioning programs to address the physical and physiological development of the National Women’s Field Hockey team of Jamaica. Developed and administered comprehensive Strength and Conditioning programs from the ground up utilizing limited available equipment and resources. Assessed and treated musculoskeletal injuries of team members and incorporated athletic rehabilitation into performance-enhancement training programs. Provided Physiotherapy coverage at training sessions, practice matches and local and regional tournaments. Liaised with Head Coach/Technical Director and coaching staff to address athletes’ development and current team training needs Show less

Team Physiotherapist

• Nov 2014 - Nov 2014

- Member of the sports medicine team travelling with the Jamaican contingent to the Central American and Caribbean regional games -Provided sidelines coverage of events including field hockey (men and women), rugby “sevens” (women), lawn tennis (men) and Taekwondo (men and women) -Provided treatment of Jamaican athletes in other sporting events including basketball, beach volleyball, squash - Member of the sports medicine team travelling with the Jamaican contingent to the Central American and Caribbean regional games -Provided sidelines coverage of events including field hockey (men and women), rugby “sevens” (women), lawn tennis (men) and Taekwondo (men and women) -Provided treatment of Jamaican athletes in other sporting events including basketball, beach volleyball, squash

Team Physiotherapist

• Oct 2014 - Oct 2014

- Provided sidelines coverage to Jamaica’s National Men’s and Women’s field hockey teams at the FIH World League Round 1 regional field hockey tournament hosted in Kingston, Jamaica. - Provided sidelines coverage to Jamaica’s National Men’s and Women’s field hockey teams at the FIH World League Round 1 regional field hockey tournament hosted in Kingston, Jamaica.

Special Needs Exercise Specialist

• May 2012 - Jun 2013

I designed and administered Adapted Strength and Conditioning programs for "Post-rehab" patients and Special Populations, aimed at improving these patients' functional strength and quality of life. I was also involved in coaching of Special Olympics athletes in the sport of Powerlifting. I designed and administered Adapted Strength and Conditioning programs for "Post-rehab" patients and Special Populations, aimed at improving these patients' functional strength and quality of life. I was also involved in coaching of Special Olympics athletes in the sport of Powerlifting.

Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach (Volunteer), Women's Soccer

• Jan 2013 - Apr 2013

I was involved in developing and administering an off-season Strength training program for Armstrong's women's soccer team, a highly-ranked team in the Peach Belt Soccer Conference. I assisted with coaching of basic strength training exercises for these athletes, many of whom had little or no formal Strength Training experience. We saw great improvements in the girls' performance, both in the weight-room and on the field.

Graduate Student, MS Sports Medicine

• 2010 - 2013

Staff Physiotherapist

• 2006 - 2009

Provided Physical Therapy rehabilitative services for inpatients and outpatients in the Western Region/county of Jamaica Treated adult and paediatric patients under the Orthopaedic, Neurological, Surgical and Cardiopulmonary medical sub-specialties Did in-service presentations for medical colleagues, support staff, patients and community members on health-related topics Co-Director of an exercise program for patients of the psychiatric ward (“The 10th Floor Program”) Provided Physical Therapy rehabilitative services for inpatients and outpatients in the Western Region/county of Jamaica Treated adult and paediatric patients under the Orthopaedic, Neurological, Surgical and Cardiopulmonary medical sub-specialties Did in-service presentations for medical colleagues, support staff, patients and community members on health-related topics Co-Director of an exercise program for patients of the psychiatric ward (“The 10th Floor Program”)