Richard Rasmussen

Experience

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  Washington Nationals

  Feb 2007 - Sept 2008

  Strength and Conditioning Coach

  *Manage multiple same day training schedules of players that have varying needs and modifications, to ensure training consistency*Collaborate with baseball coaches, nutrition staff, athletic training staff, and player development support staff on a daily basis to ensure effective communication and a unified approach*Provides expert instruction in the use of weight machines and conditioning equipment and be able to tailor different programs based on the individual needs of the athletes

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  Velocity Sports Performance

  Nov 2008 - Aug 2009

  Performance Coach

  * Train youth, student athletes, adults, elite/professionals, and teams in strength/power, multi-direction, acceleration, and max velocity* Educate clients on athletic performance training

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  Golds Gym of Smithtown

  Jun 2009 - Sept 2011

  Personal Trainer

  *Provided 1:1 coaching to customers around behavior change to improve health status, reduce health risks, and to improve quality of life*Collaborates with customers to identify and set personalized health improvement plans and goals support them along the way *Identified customer health education needs through health assessment

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  United Health Group

  Jul 2011 - Dec 2012

  Engagement Specialist

  *Identifying and addressing incoming customer needs and effectively communicating potential solutions and benefits provided *Collaborating with cross functional teams to develop internal campaigns and initiatives *Managing daily operational tasks including maintain accurate records in databases.

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  Optum

  Dec 2012 - Jun 2022

  Wellness Coach

  *Provided 1:1 telephonic & digital coaching to inspire and support customers through behavior change resulting in lowered employer healthcare cost*Utilize techniques such as motivational interviewing, behavior change, and shared decision making to help customers achieve optimal health and wellbeing *Collecting and documenting patient information and scheduling patient’s appointments in a fast paced environment *Verifies patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history, and confirming purpose of the call. Show less

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  FOLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

  Aug 2022 - now

  Psychology Teacher, Strength & Conditioning Coach

  *Coordinate, plan and develop curriculum for Psychology & Exercise Performance Class*Manage students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures,discussions and demonstrations.