Caitlin Peterson

Caitlin Peterson

Student Athletic Trainer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Senior Mako Product Specialist at Stryker

  • Education

    • Santa Ana College

      2014 - 2015
      Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician
    • California Baptist University

      2018 - 2019
      Master of Science - MS Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    • Biola University

      2007 - 2011
      Bachelor of Science (BS) Kinesiology; Exercise Science and Health Promotion

      Activities and Societies: Varsity Women's Soccer, Varsity Track & Field

  • Experience

    • Biola University

      Feb 2010 - May 2011
      Student Athletic Trainer

      • Assisted student athletes in injury prevention and rehabilitation protocols through exercise instruction and use of therapeutic modalities• Observed and assisted Athletic Trainers in caring for athletes’ health, including initial First Aid/injury evaluation and assessment• Prepared for athletic practices and games, including preventative taping, assistive stretching, sideline setup and game day coverage• Maintenance of training equipment, taping tables and stocking supplies

    • Velocity Sports Performance

      Jun 2011 - Aug 2011
      Sports Performance Coach Intern

      • Observed, shadowed, and assisted Performance Coaches during training sessions of various ages, skill levels, and protocols• Assisted athletes in corrective movements in order to improve agility, power, speed, and to become proficient in movements including acceleration, multi-directional movement, maximum velocity mechanics, and Olympic weightlifting techniques• Participated in training sessions in order to understand and apply coaching tactics• Responsible for design and implementation of training circuits for clients Show less

    • UC San Diego

      Aug 2011 - Nov 2011
      Strength and Conditioning Intern

      • Observed, shadowed, and assisted Head & Assistant Strength Coaches during training sessions of various collegiate sports teams• Assisted in coaching Olympic lifts for various teams• Assisted with the testing of athletes (5 Rep Max (RM), 3RM, 1RM Clean, Vertical Jump, 20 yd dash, 300m shuttle, Pro Agility)• Responsible for design and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for the Women’s Tennis and Women’s Soccer teams• Assisted Strength Coaches with the integration of the Functional Movement Screen (FMS) into individual athlete programs, and assist with FMS assessments• Assisted with the integration of the Movement Competency Acquisition into Freshman/Red-shirt athlete programs for various sports teams• Worked with individual athletes in Developmental programs to assist in transition into strength and conditioning programs with the rest of the team Show less

    • Gateway Physical Therapy

      Jan 2012 - Oct 2013
      Physical Therapy Aide

      • Observe and assist physical therapists with various patients in therapeutic exercises • Assist patients in rehabilitation protocols through exercise instruction and use of therapeutic modalities• Maintenance of equipment, including sanitizing therapeutic modalities and tools, and sanitizing exercise tables• Assist patients with scheduling appointments, take payments, answer multiple phone lines, and light office work• Maintain HIPPA-compliant records

    • Santa Ana College

      May 2013 - Jul 2019
      Exercise Physiologist

      • Assess fitness levels of public safety personnel throughout Southern California and fire technology students at Santa Ana College• Administer health screening, including Health History Questionnaire, Pre-test Checklist and Release of Liability forms• Observe blood lipid profile and medication and injury information to attain necessary information regarding each person’s ability to perform tests and be tested• Administer resting 12 lead ECG, blood pressure, pulmonary function, skin fold, muscular flexibility, grip strength, and muscular endurance tests properly• Direct maximal and sub-maximal Bruce protocol treadmill stress tests while monitoring 12 lead ECG, heart rate, blood pressure, RPE, recovery and any exhibited signs and symptoms• Record results ensuring accuracy while observing HIPAA guidelines with data and administration of tests• Instruct classes and give lectures on various topics, including circuit training, functional movement screening, and more to ensure participants receive current information on the best ways to be healthy and fit while preventing injuries• Provide fitness training to individuals and groups to maintain or improve fitness and job performance • Discuss results with each participant, explaining the importance of each test or measurement administered, and making recommendations regarding nutrition or exercise prescription for their health and fitness needs Show less

    • Nike

      Nov 2015 - May 2018

      • Manage team of 25+ while conducting and overseeing daily business operations, as well as supporting general manager and collaborating with leadership team consistently to improve store performance and reach store goals• Lead team members in stockroom organization, incoming shipment, product transfer, inventory adjustments, product inquires, and weekly audits•• Partner with store and visual manager as well as internal and external partners to plan upcoming shipments and transfers, develop strategies, and identify key business opportunities• Strengthen the bond between consumer and brand by providing the highest level of premium service and adapting brand stories to the retail setting Show less • Utilize customer service skills, sales techniques, and product knowledge to connect consumers with the right product• Build a bond between consumer and brand by providing superior service and adapting brand stories to the retail setting• Maintain knowledge of various store departments- Assist in training new athletes during orientation to become acclimated to working environment and expectations • Assist with store inventory, merchandising and display organization as a part of the visual team Show less

      • Stockroom Lead

        Dec 2017 - May 2018
      • Athlete (Sales Associate)

        Nov 2015 - Dec 2017
    • Stryker

      Jul 2019 - now

      • Experience in launch of Mako into new accounts as well as CT validations of imaging sites, local introductory cadaver labs, in-services for nursing and technical staff, and national certification cadaver labs• Utilize proprietary software to prepare patient scans for pre-operative planning and usage by Mako proprietary software. Certified in all Mako applications yearly• Assist in the training of new hires in the region • Troubleshoot any and all issues with the Mako robot or its accessory instrumentation intra-operatively and work with Field Service Engineers to provide timely system maintenance• Partner with and support Stryker Sales Representitives to increase account growth of Mako robot Show less

      • Senior Mako Product Specialist

        Sept 2024 - now
      • Mako Product Specialist

        Jun 2021 - Sept 2024
      • Onsite Specialist

        Jul 2019 - Jun 2021
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • NREMT

      National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
      Oct 2015
    • CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers

      American Red Cross
      Feb 2018
    • Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)

      IAHCSMM