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Amrit Sidhu

Amrit Sidhu

Optical Clerk

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Clinical Exercise Physiologist

  • Education

    • Udemy Online

      2021 - 2021
      Diploma in Mental Health and Wellness Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

      Mental health forms a vital part of our overall wellbeing and includes aspects of emotional health, mental wellbeing, and social awareness. Mental health and wellness training will equip health care practitioners to understand the relationship between thoughts, beliefs, feelings and outcomes. This program allows practitioners to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to improve people's mental health and wellness in a wide variety of contexts.

    • Abbotsford Traditional Secondary School

      2011 - 2015
      Dogwood Diploma HIGH SCHOOL/SECONDARY DIPLOMAS AND CERTIFICATES

    • University of Waterloo

      2023 - 2027
      Doctor of Optometry - OD Optometry

    • University of the Fraser Valley

      2015 - 2020
      Bachelor of Kinesiology - B.Kin Kinesiology and Exercise Science 4.22 GPA

      As the study of human movement, kinesiology explores a broad range of topics that include anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, sociology, education, active health, wellness, and nutrition. This program goes well beyond the questions of how and why we move, but also explores how we can optimize the human potential for health, performance, and overall wellness.

  • Experience

    • Loblaw Companies Limited

      Sept 2018 - Jul 2021
      Optical Clerk

      My role as an optical clerk is primarily to provide customer service and patient care to people who come to the clinic. This involves helping patients choose corrective eyewear that is right for them and performing pre-tests and clinical evaluations using optometric equipment. I am responsible for making sure optical measurements are correctly measured and eyewear is properly fitted on patients. Further, I help deal with logistics as well such as billing insurance companies and ordering inventory. Show less

    • University of the Fraser Valley

      May 2020 - Dec 2020
      Research Assistant

      The increase in pollution is a major concern for society which led me to rake a research assistant position to investigate microplastic pollution in the Fraser River in hopes of contributing towards environmental protection. This position involves performing literature reviews on scholarly articles, onsite field sampling, and laboratory analysis.

    • Fraser Valley Cataract and Laser

      Aug 2020 - Oct 2020
      Ophthalmic Technician/Assistant

      Assisted with direct patient care by performing diagnostic testing and dilating/preparing patients for doctor consultations. Hands-on testing and work included performing visual fields, OCT's, auto-refractions, non-contact tonometer and doctor workups.

    • Sole Proprietor/Contractor

      Nov 2020 - Feb 2021
      Neuro-Rehab Kinesiologist

      I provided neurology-specific rehabilitation, under the direct supervision of a physiotherapist, to clients suffering from neurological conditions. Specifically, I provided in-home rehabilitation services to stroke and cerebral amyloid angiopathy patients.

    • Get Well Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic

      Nov 2020 - Jan 2021
      Kinesiologist

      Provide active rehabilitation to motor vehicle accident patients (ICBC) and work injury patients (WorkSafe BC). As a kinesiologist, I am responsible for developing and progressing injury-specific exercise programs to help patients return to pre-injury status. This position involves working with a diversity of patients with an array of different injuries such as soft tissue injuries, concussions, brain injuries, chronic conditions, etc. I work alongside other allied health professions, lawyers and case managers to help patients reach their goals and get back to daily functioning. Show less

    • Swift Health Services

      Nov 2020 - Jul 2021
      Kinesiologist/Rehab Assistant

      Provide active rehabilitation to motor vehicle accident patients (ICBC) and work injury patients (WorkSafe BC). As a kinesiologist, I am responsible for developing and progressing injury-specific exercise programs to help patients return to pre-injury status. This position involves working with a diversity of patients with an array of different injuries such as soft tissue injuries, concussions, brain injuries, chronic conditions, etc. I work alongside other allied health professions, lawyers and case managers to help patients reach their goals and get back to daily functioning. Show less

    • Surrey Neuroplasticity Clinic

      Jul 2021 - May 2022
      Kinesiologist & Certified PoNS Trainer

      I provide neuro-specific rehabilitation to clients who suffer from head injuries such as concussions or genetic disorders such as multiple sclerosis. SNPC is at the forefront of implementing novel neurotech for rehab, providing me with the opportunity of using technology such as the Portable Neuromodulation Stimulator (PoNS) or Neurocom Smart Balance Master to assist in my clients' recoveries. I also help the Centre of Neurology Studies conduct clinical trials for up and coming tech in the health/rehab realm. Show less

    • Centre for Neurology Studies

      Nov 2021 - Jan 2022
      Research Recruitment Specialist

      Responsible for marketing research studies and recruiting participants for studies that explore the efficacy of cutting-edge health technology as treatments for neurologic disorders/diseases.

    • Fraser Health Authority

      May 2022 - now
      Cardiax Exercise Specialist

      Lead in-person and virtual exercise classes for patients who have been referred to the Health Heart Program by Cardiologists and have recently experienced a heart event such as a heart attack or open heart surgery. I also counsel patients regarding optimal exercise and collaborate with nurses and dieticians to provide quality care for patients.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Standard First Aid, CPR and AED

      St Mark James Training
      Jul 2020

    • Registered Kinesiologist

      British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists
      Oct 2020

    • Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM CEP)

      American College of Sports Medicine
      Jan 2023

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Amrit Sidhu
      UFV Academic Scholarship - Faculty of Health Sciences - 72 credits University of the Fraser Valley Jul 2019 This scholarship of $3000, given by the University of the Fraser Valley, is to recognize and support exceptional academic performance and the commitments students have made to improving their surrounding community. This award is specifically offered to students entering their final year of undergraduate studies.
    • Awarded to Amrit Sidhu
      Black Press Lower Mainland Endowment Scholarship University of the Fraser Valley Jun 2018 This scholarship of $1000, which is donated by the Black Press Media and distributed by the University of the Fraser Valley, is awarded to a student who demonstrates academic excellence and involvement in off campus activities.
    • Awarded to Amrit Sidhu
      UFV Academic Scholarship - Faculty of Health Sciences - 48 credits University of the Fraser Valley Jul 2017 This scholarship of $3000, given by the University of the Fraser Valley, is to recognize and support exceptional academic performance and the commitments students have made to improving their surrounding community. This award is specifically offered to students entering their third year of undergraduate studies.
    • Awarded to Amrit Sidhu
      Black Press Lower Mainland Endowment Scholarship University of the Fraser Valley Jul 2016 This scholarship of $1000, which is donated by the Black Press Media and distributed by the University of the Fraser Valley, is awarded to a student who demonstrates academic excellence and involvement in off campus activities.
    • Awarded to Amrit Sidhu
      UFV Academic Scholarship - Faculty of Health Sciences - 24 credits University of the Fraser Valley Jul 2016 This scholarship of $3000, given by the University of the Fraser Valley, is to recognize and support exceptional academic performance and the commitments students have made to improving their surrounding community. This award is specifically offered to students entering their second year of undergraduate studies.