Carla Papac
Mermaid Beach,QLD
Summary
Patient-focused Exercise Physiologist with background working with a range of patients specialising in chronically injured and disease management to achieve health and physical goals. Special expertise in health risk appraisal, comprehensive fitness testing and exercise prescription. Bringing a university allied health degree and extensive certifications including pain management to further build trust with clients and understand their goals and needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Exercise Physiologist
Noosa Physiotherapy And The Pilates Studio
06.2022 - Current
- Working with a range of clients with on Cardiopulmonary, Musculoskeletal, Neurological and Metabolic conditions
- Individualised exercise management programs and group programs for clients aged 14-85+yo
- Session notes and client assessments
- Report writing and liasing with case managers to provide the best care for our client.
- Government funded clients: DVA, NDIS, Medicare, aged care, workers compensation.
Contractor
Active Ability Mobile Disability Therapy Providers
06.2023 - Current
Contractor
Empowered Healthcare Allied Health Clinic
10.2020 - 06.2022
Contractor
The Active Studio Exercise Physiology and Pilates clinic
05.2020 - 06.2021
Co-founder
Woman Performance Workshops and Podcast
10.2021 - Current
- Online and F2F education specialising in the female physiology of female athletes
- Presenting to large and small scale sporting events, school groups, high performance teams
Professional Surf Ironwoman
Surf Life Saving
01.2020 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Volunteer Surf Life Saving Patrols at local beaches as part of community give back requirements
Pilates Instructor
Multiple Locations
05.2021 - Current
- Small group and 1-1 classes specialising in Matwork Pilates
- Program creation and delivery, tailored to client’s injuries and conditions
Support worker
Expanding Health
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Communicative and interactive skills with people with disabilities and mental illnesses
- Immersion into society and encouraging social and ADL skills
- Risk management control and emotional support.
Mentor and Instructor
Hydrothon Nipper Training Camps
01.2020 - Current
- Organising and implementing ocean safety activities for children aged 8yo-15yo
- Providing tips on health and wellness, nutrition, mindset.
Beach Lifeguard
Sutherland Shire Council
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Communicating with general public, conflict resolution, first aid application, working in high risk and high pressure situations
- Working as a team to provide emergency first response
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Cronulla Surf Life Saving Club
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Mentoring young athletes to overcome barriers to success and implementing plans for improvement
- Enhanced athlete performance by designing and implementing customized strength and conditioning programs.
Pool Lifeguard and Duty Manager
Sutherland Shire Council
12.2015 - 12.2020
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Managing staff, delegating tasks, conflict resolution, customer service, supervision, pool testing, pool management, banking.
Swim Instructor and Accounts Manager
Sandra’s Swim School
01.2013 - 07.2021
- Providing safe lessons plans and survival skills for children 6months-15yo
- Reception and accounts management using Payroller
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW07.2021
Skills
- Disability Knowledge
- Community Resources
- Client Advocacy
- Individualized Planning
- Pain Management Techniques
- Rehabilitation treatment planning
- Goal Setting
- Client Needs Assessment
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Contractor
Active Ability Mobile Disability Therapy Providers
06.2023 - Current
Exercise Physiologist
Noosa Physiotherapy And The Pilates Studio
06.2022 - Current
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Cronulla Surf Life Saving Club
12.2021 - 04.2022
Co-founder
Woman Performance Workshops and Podcast
10.2021 - Current
Pilates Instructor
Multiple Locations
05.2021 - Current
Contractor
Empowered Healthcare Allied Health Clinic
10.2020 - 06.2022
Contractor
The Active Studio Exercise Physiology and Pilates clinic
05.2020 - 06.2021
Professional Surf Ironwoman
Surf Life Saving
01.2020 - Current
Support worker
Expanding Health
01.2020 - 10.2021
Mentor and Instructor
Hydrothon Nipper Training Camps
01.2020 - Current
Beach Lifeguard
Sutherland Shire Council
01.2019 - 06.2022
Pool Lifeguard and Duty Manager
Sutherland Shire Council
12.2015 - 12.2020
Swim Instructor and Accounts Manager
Sandra’s Swim School
01.2013 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
University of Sydney
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