Faith Jacobson

Experience

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  MacColl YMCA

  May 2017 - Aug 2017

  Camp Office Director
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  Jumpstart

  Aug 2017 - May 2018

  Jumpstart Corps Member

  -Completed 200+ hours of service as an AmeriCorps Jumpstart volunteer teaching preschool children in communities vulnerable to poverty-Upheld the Jumpstart mission to increase student success, specifically reading skills, prior to starting Kindergarten-Attended trainings, prepped lesson plans, created learning and play materials and collaborated with fellow volunteer group members

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  URI Campus Recreation

  Feb 2018 - May 2018

  Sports Referee

  -Ensured safety of up to 30 participants during competitive sporting events-Utilized preventative officiating strategies-Maintained extensive knowledge of all rules and regulations of indoor/outdoor soccer and futsal-Upheld respectful interactions with participants to achieve rapport-Practiced conflict resolution and communication skills to effectively deescalate situations

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  The Cavanagh family

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2018

  Nanny

  -Responsible for the care of two children, one child not yet of school age-Actively planned creative and educational activities, transported children between activities, implemented daily routines, and completed light house chores-Carefully monitored and supervised children while swimming

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  URI Campus Recreation

  Aug 2018 - Sept 2021

  -Supervised 200+ participants and staff members, including sports officials and game managers-Knowledgeable of all Intramural Sports activity rules, regulations, policies, and procedures -Final on-site customer service representative -Directed set up and break down of fields/courts and ensured game sites were appropriately locked, organized, and cleaned -Member of hiring committee that interviewed and deliberated to determine future Student Director candidates -Taught sport specific rules, officiating mechanics, and game management procedures to new officials-Took part in training and deliberation during hiring processes -Observed and recorded detailed notes and film to provide constructive and positive feedback -Built and maintained trustworthy relationships and rapport to effectively mentor officials -Knowledgeable of all activity rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. -Checked participant's eligibility and identification to maintain the safety and fairness of sporting events -Maintained First Aid and CPR certification to serve as a first responder during emergency situations -Utilized critical thinking and adaptability skills to multitask and resolve conflicts in a fast-paced environment

  • Intramural Sports Supervisor

    Aug 2020 - Sept 2021

  • Sport Officials Clinician

    Sept 2018 - May 2021

  • Intramural Sports Game Manager

    Aug 2018 - May 2020
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  Lincoln Woods State Park

  Jun 2020 - Sept 2021

  Lifeguard
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  Highbar Physical Therapy

  Sept 2021 - Jan 2022

  Exerscise Specialist

  -Professionally conducted initial evaluations inclusive of welcoming patients, accurately measuring vital signs, and documenting subjective medical history-Provided education and guidance to patients on proper techniques for rehabilitative exercises and stretches -Worked collaboratively to assist 5-10 physical therapists per shift to maintain optimal clinic flow

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  Ortho Rhode Island

  Jan 2022 - Apr 2022

  Physical Therapy Intern

  -Completed a 400-hour fieldwork internship under the supervision of Aaron Ulvestad, DPT, CSCS-Established 5 specific learning objectives, conducted research, and created a professional portfolio to present information-Administered and appropriately selected modality of use for electrotherapy, including interferential current stimulation, Russian stimulation, and neuromuscular stimulation

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  Handel Center for Spine, Sports and Pain

  May 2022 - Apr 2023

  Medical Assistant / Medical Scribe

  -Provided real-time documentation during up to 25 patient encounters daily-Accurately recorded patient histories, physical exams, diagnostic tests, review of systems, and plan of care in EMR-Conducted pre-operative assessments including taking vital signs, answering patient questions, and effectively communicating risky vital measures or allergies to the surgical team -Safely transported postoperative patients to designated recovery areas utilizing proper transfer techniques -Monitored postoperative patients for changes in vital signs, pain levels, level of consciousness, or blood glucose levels Show less

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  University Orthopedics

  Sept 2023 - now

  Certified Medical Assistant

  -Perform daily clinical duties including postoperative suture, staple, and splint removal, wound care, and preparing injectable medications-Adapt to and review differing clinic-specific protocols based on daily assignment for 60+ orthopedic specialty providers -Collect patient histories and present important information to providers prior to encounters for 25-60 patients per day-Electronically order appropriate radiographs and laboratory tests based on documented assessment and plan of care Show less