User:Rex Michael Anthony T. Mercado

WORK EXPERIENCE

Team Physical Therapist | Air21 Express Basketball Team June 2012 – present Management of acute injuries of athletes in the field such as sprains using standard emergency procedures. Prevention of further injuries through management of pre- and post-game injuries and/or musculoskeletal problems of athletes such as muscle aches and pains. Taping of an athlete’s injured body part with Kinesiotape to act as a support and prevention of further injury. Works cooperatively with colleagues to contribute to the overall productivity of the team. Assists staff trainer with practice and event coverage, evaluation treatment, and prevention of injuries. Assess and screen athletes for possible imbalances such as tightness and laxity, strength and weakness; that could lead to future or further injury. Treat the athlete prior to starting practice and games using a variety of PT techniques such as stretching, manual resistance, balance and coordination, soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization, and fascial manipulation.

Clinical Supervisor | Santé Medical Clinic April 2011 – December 2012 Offer regular support and advice to interns regarding clinical decisions. Help interns to recognize their own strengths and weaknesses, including the limits of their expertise. Help interns define their learning needs and career direction. Offer advice on ethical and professional issues. Evaluate interns on the clinical application of learned theoretical concepts. Prepare lectures, learning activities, and evaluation methods for interns throughout the one month rotation in the clinic. Serve as liaison officer between the clinic and Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila – College of Physical Therapy.

Chief Physical Therapist | Santé Medical Clinic June 2010 – December 2012 Oversees the management and operation of the PT Unit in accordance with the standard policies set by the clinic and supervision of the therapists in organizing, planning and implementation of prescribed PT programs Observes personnel in performance of duties to evaluate efficiency, skill, abilities and attitude towards fellow workers and patients for use in recommending personnel actions and determining effectiveness of methods Supervises and coordinates activities designed to treat disabled, injured or diseased patients Trains and orients new employees or personnel regarding policies and procedures, holds regular meeting with staff Evaluates PT Volunteer Performance and recommends extension of appointment and grants sanctions for failure to comply with the clinic’s policies Maintains the highest possible level of cleanliness and safety Designs, implements and modifies PT treatment as deemed necessary Ensures proper monitoring of facilities and equipment Assigns patients to Staff and Interns based on their availability Responsible for development, coordination and management of clinical affiliation programs for physical therapy student

Staff Physical Therapist | Santé Medical Clinic October 2007 – December 2012 Evaluation of clients with musculoskeletal conditions using standard Physical Therapy assessment procedures Plan therapy program for musculoskeletal patients, as prescribed by physician, including posture, gait, range of motion, muscle testing, specific extremity and spinal segmental motion, biomechanical analysis of functional activities, ergonomic analysis, and other relevant assessments. Administer appropriate physical agents given physicians' protocols, patients' medical histories, and therapist's knowledge of indications and contra-indications, including electrotherapy, sound energy, and heat/cold therapy. Direct and aid patient in active and passive exercises, and muscle re-education, utilizing weights, steps, and inclined surfaces. Perform manual therapy techniques, including soft tissue mobilization, extremity and joint mobilization, myofascial release, Mulligan techniques. Perform therapeutic exercise, with and without equipment. Evaluate, record, and report on patients' progress for review by other members of the rehabilitative team.

Lecturer I | Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila College of Physical Therapy June 2009 – Present Handle classes in various Physical Therapy Subjects such as Pathology, Physiology I and II, Neuroanatomy, Therapeutic Exercises I and II, Orthotics and Prosthetics, and Thermal Agents. Maintain excellent classroom management skills and an ability to keep students on task. Evaluate student progress and support recommendations for further student development. Direct and advise students who are writing an undergraduate thesis related to the field of Physical Therapy.

Team Physical Therapist | TIP Engineers Men’s Basketball Team/TIP Engineers Women’s Volleyball Team April 2011 – December 2011 Management of acute injuries of athletes in the field such as sprains using standard emergency procedures. Prevention of further injuries through management of pre- and post-game injuries and/or musculoskeletal problems of athletes such as muscle aches and pains. Works cooperatively with colleagues to contribute to the overall productivity of the team. Assists staff trainer with practice and event coverage, evaluation treatment, and prevention of injuries. Assess and screen athletes for possible imbalances such as tightness and laxity, strength and weakness; that could lead to future or further injury.

Instructor | KRC School of Practical Nursing June 2008 – March 2011 Handle classes in Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, and Rehabilitation Nursing. Maintain excellent classroom management skills and an ability to keep students on task. Evaluate student progress and support recommendations for further student development.

Team Physical Therapist | University of the Philippines’ Lady Maroons Jan 2008 – August 2008 Management of acute injuries of athletes in the field such as sprains using standard emergency procedures. Prevention of further injuries through management of pre- and post-game injuries and/or musculoskeletal problems of athletes such as muscle aches and pains. Worked cooperatively with colleagues to contribute to the overall productivity of the team. Assisted staff trainer with practice and event coverage, evaluation treatment, and prevention of injuries.

Extern | St. Luke’s Medical Center September 2007 – October 2007 Instructed, motivated, safeguarded and assisted patients as they practice exercises and functional activities. Administered active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, and heat, light, sound, water, and electrical modality treatments, such as ultrasound. Demonstrated and articulated sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of patient progress. Consistently met patient care productivity standard for position. Utilized support personnel (aides, senior aides) when appropriate and available.

THESIS  Gorgon, E.J., Manalang, G. Jr., De Guzman, A.K., Ilagan, S.M., Mercado, R.M.A. (2007). Development and validation of a questionnaire on Filipinos’ perception of wellness: a preliminary study of university students and academicians, Unpublished Undergraduate thesis, University of the Philippines – Manila.

TRAININGS,SEMINARS,AND CERTIFICATIONS  Certificate in Wound Care and Management at Dr. Jose N. Rodriguez Memorial Hospital, November 2006  Basic Physical Therapy Clinical Training Program at the Philippine General Hospital – Department of Rehabilitation Medicine February-April 2006  Kinesiotaping: Principles and Basic Techniques at University of Santo Tomas on January 19, 2008 by Arturo L. Lazaro, Jr. RPT, MSPT, CSCS  3rd Sports Science and Medicine Postgraduate Course: Optimizing Athletic Performance Through Science in Sports on July 31-August 1, 2010 at the University of Santo Tomas  Fascia Manipulation and Listening Technique on July 31, 2011 at the Great Eastern Hotel Manila, Quezon City by RehabTrends, Inc.  Manual Therapy for Temporo-Mandibular Joint Dysfunctions on August 6, 2011 at University of Santo Tomas by University of Santo Tomas – College of Rehabilitation Sciences

EVENTS COVERAGE The Main Event II: The Grand Body Combat Marathon by Fitness First at the NBC Tent, Fort Bonifacio Global City, Taguig on October 7, 2007

2007 Tour of Matabungkay, Matabungkay, Batangas by Matabungkay Beach Resort on October 20-21, 2007

2008 Nike Summer League at the Far Eastern University Gymnasium, from April-June 2008

Season 71 of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) (2008-2009) for the University of the Philippines Lady Maroons Basketball Team from July-August 2008

2008 Tour of Matabungkay, Matabungkay, Batangas by Matabungkay Beach Resort on October 24-26, 2008

Shake, Rattle, and Run! The First Halloween Night 5K Fun Run, Serendra, Fort Bonifacio Global City by Isuzu on Oct. 31, 2008

2009 Tour of Matabungkay, Matabungkay, Batangas by Matabungkay Beach Resort on October 23-25, 2009

TriKing Long Distance Triathlon, Matabungkay, Batangas by Bike King on July 25, 2010

2010 Tour of Matabungkay, Matabungkay, Batangas by Matabungkay Beach Resort on October 22-24, 2010

College Developmental Basketball League (CDBL) for the Technological Instituteof the Philippines (TIP) Engineers Basketball Team on April – June 2011

2011 AXN Tour of Matabungkay, Matabungkay, Batangas by AXN and Matabungkay Beach Resort on October 21-23, 2011

Governor’s Cup of the 2011 – 2012 season of the Philippine Basketball Association on June – July 2012 for Air21 Express

Philippine Cup of the 2012 – 2013 season of the Philippine Basketball Association on September – December 2012 for Air21 Express

2012 Tour of Matabungkay, Matabungkay, Batangas by Matabungkay Beach Resort on October 19-21, 2012

Commissioner’s Cup of the 2012 – 2013 season of the Philippine Basketball Association on February – April 2013 for Air21 Express

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