Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Clinical Placements
Accomplishments
Extracurricular Achievements
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Kavin Mendis

Greenvale,VIC

Summary

Dedicated and aspiring healthcare professional with a strong background as a digital marketer and a passion for improving the quality of life for individuals. Experienced in collaborating within multidisciplinary healthcare teams, supporting patient assessments and treatment plans, and delivering compassionate care. Eager to contribute clinical skills and commitment to Kieser's mission as both a Graduate Physiotherapist and Marketing Content Coordinator, offering a unique blend of physiotherapy expertise and marketing acumen. With a proven track record in patient care and content creation, I am committed to promoting Kieser's values, enhancing brand awareness, and inspiring individuals to achieve their best health outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative Managment Agency

The Kreative Group (ENM Management)
01.2018 - Current
  • Founded and operate a successful videography business specializing in content creation
  • Collaborated with various clients, including EHPlabs Australia, Gym shark, Rodd & Gunn, Samsung, BMW, Coles, Fendi, and more, to produce high-quality content aligned with their brand strategies
  • Led creative development, including pre-production, shoot, and post-production for digital and social channels
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Created engaging short-form copy for social media and crafted longer-form SEO website and blog content
  • Planned, developed, and executed email newsletters and social media content
  • Engaged with clients, subject experts, and external content creators to capture and share inspiring stories
  • Contributed to community management across all social channels.

Home Care Allied Health Assistant

Recoup Physiotherapy
02.2023 - Current
  • Communicated with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members about patient care.
  • Assisted in structured therapeutic activities and supportive interactions with patients.
  • Participated in developing plans to meet daily care needs of patients.
  • Greeted patients and visitors and performed general clerical duties such as answering and screening phone calls and routing mail.
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets, and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs.
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide information about care and treatment.

Senior Marketing Coordinator

Be Elit3 Gym
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Supported the marketing department by scheduling and organizing the creation of website content
  • Worked with the graphic design team to deliver content meeting client specifications
  • Prepared letters and emails to clients in response to questions and provided clarification on ongoing projects
  • Monitored marketing industry news and submitted reports on emerging trends to management each month
  • Coordinated day-to-day activities that led to the completion of projects and tasks.

Assistant General Manager

Cotton On
01.2018 - 09.2018
  • Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits.
  • Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance.
  • Resolved problems promptly to elevate customer approval.
  • Managed team schedule with eye for coverage needs and individual strengths.
  • Mentored and motivated team members to achieve challenging business goals.
  • Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability.
  • Worked with store managers to implement new displays, promotions and store layout changes.
  • Managed aesthetically pleasing displays to showcase company products and increase sales.
  • Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.
  • Built properly lit and well-maintained displays, creating inviting atmosphere in stores.

Sales Associate

Footlocker
01.2017 - 03.2017
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.

Volunteer

AUSLAMAT – Australian X Sri Lankan Medical Aid Team
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.

Allied Health Assistant

Ashleys Education
01.2016 - 01.2016
  • Communicated with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members about patient care.
  • Assisted in structured therapeutic activities and supportive interactions with patients.
  • Participated in developing plans to meet daily care needs of patients.
  • Greeted patients and visitors and performed general clerical duties such as answering and screening phone calls and routing mail.
  • Aided patients with walking and limb exercises to improve strength and balance.
  • Participated in cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment to assist in department function and regulation compliance.

Assistant System Administrator

TEKHUB
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Maintained current software licenses for computers and mobile devices.
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
  • Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.
  • Planned and implemented upgrades to system hardware and software.
  • Monitored networks and network devices to resolve technical problems quickly.
  • Installed and configured network printers and other peripheral devices.

Medical Assistant

Murray Road Medical Centre
01.2016 - 01.2016
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.

Charity Work Volunteer

Red Cross
  • Maintained clean facilities to better serve program needs.
  • Exhibited excellent communications and customer service relations skills.
  • Gained knowledge and experience working with children in educational setting.
  • Planned and delivered numerous activities and special events.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to provide food baskets to families in need.
  • Developed strong interpersonal communication skills to promote relationship building with internal and external customers.

Crew Worker

McDonald's
01.2017 - 09.2017
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
  • Kept customers and crew areas organized.
  • Cooked, prepared and bagged food for customers.
  • Calculated totals, processed payments and issued receipts.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
  • Operated cash register to ring up final bill and process various forms of payment.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science Master of Physiotherapy Practice - Physiotherapy

Latrobe University
Bendigo, VIC
01.2024

Bachelor of Biomedicine - Biomedicine

University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
01.2018

Other Certifications

Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Advanced numerical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities
  • Self-motivated with capability to work independently
  • Active involvement in co-curricular activities, sports, and leadership roles
  • Graphic design
  • Copywriting and editing
  • Videography (pre-production, shoot, and post-production)
  • Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign and Premiere Pro)
  • Content planning and execution
  • Email newsletter development
  • SEO website and blog content creation
  • Community management
  • Project and campaign coordination

Clinical Placements

  • Western Health Melton, 26/09/2022 - 28/10/2022, Outpatient Musculoskeletal
  • West Gippsland Hospital, 31/10/2022 - 02/12/2022, Inpatient Surgical Musculoskeletal
  • Bendigo Health, 03/04/2023 - 05/05/2023, Outpatient Neurological
  • Healthscope - Knox Private Hospital, 08/05/2023 - 09/06/2023, ICU Cardiorespiritory
  • Barwon Health – Newcomb Community Health Centre, 21/08/2023 - 22/09/2023, Primary Health + Community Care + Chronic Pain

Accomplishments

  • Melbourne High School Entrance Scholarship (2014)
  • UNSW Science Distinction (2014)
  • Ivanhoe Grammar School Academic Award Recipient (2013)
  • UNSW Maths Distinction (2013)
  • Ivanhoe Grammar School General Excellence Scholarship (2012)
  • Ivanhoe Grammar School Academic Award Recipient (2012)

Extracurricular Achievements

  • Melbourne University Premier 3 & 4th XI (2017-2018)
  • Greenvale Kangaroos Premier 3 & 4th XI (2015-2017)
  • Melbourne High School Cricket First XI (2014-2016)
  • Victorian Bushrangers Cricket Under 18 (2015)
  • Ivanhoe Grammar School Cricket Award Recipient (2014)
  • Victorian Bushrangers Cricket Under 16 (2014)
  • Ivanhoe Grammar School Cricket First XI (2013-2014)
  • Ivanhoe Grammar School Cricket Award Recipient (2013)
  • Victorian Bushrangers Cricket Under 16 (2013)
  • Victorian Bushrangers Cricket Under 14 (2012)
  • Victorian Bushrangers Cricket Under 14 (2011)
  • North West Wizards Cricket Regional Team (2010)

References

Dilshan Fernando, 

0437-888-514

dilshan@dhpublishing.com.au 


Sohan Lenard, 

0433-929-577

sohanjr@iprimus.com.au

Timeline

Home Care Allied Health Assistant

Recoup Physiotherapy
02.2023 - Current

Senior Marketing Coordinator

Be Elit3 Gym
01.2021 - 01.2023

Assistant General Manager

Cotton On
01.2018 - 09.2018

Creative Managment Agency

The Kreative Group (ENM Management)
01.2018 - Current

Sales Associate

Footlocker
01.2017 - 03.2017

Crew Worker

McDonald's
01.2017 - 09.2017

Allied Health Assistant

Ashleys Education
01.2016 - 01.2016

Medical Assistant

Murray Road Medical Centre
01.2016 - 01.2016

Volunteer

AUSLAMAT – Australian X Sri Lankan Medical Aid Team
01.2015 - 01.2017

Assistant System Administrator

TEKHUB
01.2015 - 01.2016

Charity Work Volunteer

Red Cross

Bachelor of Applied Science Master of Physiotherapy Practice - Physiotherapy

Latrobe University

Bachelor of Biomedicine - Biomedicine

University of Melbourne

Other Certifications
Kavin Mendis