SONA PINELA
BOSTON
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
VOLUNTEER ASSISTANT COACH
Boston University Swimming & Diving
10.2023 - Current
- Guide and mentor athletes, fostering a supportive team environment.
- Lead practices to boost technique, strength, and endurance.
- Ensure NCAA compliance through meticulous paperwork management.
- Manage equipment, maintaining a safe training space.
- Cultivated a nurturing environment for student-athletes, enhancing their confidence and teamwork skills through personalized mentorship.
CLINIC COORDINATOR II
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinate multidisciplinary oncology appointments, enhancing patient care efficiency.
- Manage scheduling mailbox, ensuring seamless interdepartmental communication.
- Adapt to dynamic environments, implementing strategic initiatives effectively.
- Implemented a new scheduling system, reducing appointment conflicts and improving patient satisfaction through effective communication.
- Analyzed scheduling patterns to identify bottlenecks, enabling proactive adjustments that resulted in noticeable gains in appointment efficiency.
- Demonstrated adaptability in a dynamic environment, embracing changes that enhanced overall team performance and patient experience.
PHYSICAL THERAPY AIDE
Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Centers
08.2020 - 12.2022
- Assist in patient care, ensuring safety during therapies and exercises.
- Supported therapists by setting up and managing therapy equipment.
- Maintained cleanliness to prevent disease spread, enhancing patient safety.
- Monitored patient progress, ensuring adherence to exercise protocols.
- Facilitated efficient treatment sessions, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Provided compassionate support to patients, fostering a welcoming environment that encouraged participation in their rehabilitation journey.
ASSISTANT SWIM COACH
Bulldog Swim Club
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Developed tailored workouts enhancing swimmers' technique and endurance.
- Adapted coaching to individual strengths, fostering skill improvement.
- Promoted sportsmanship and teamwork, enhancing team morale.
- Facilitated effective communication with parents and head coaches.
- Supported swimmers' growth through a positive, engaging environment.
- Implemented personalized training regimens, leading to noticeable improvements in swimmer performance and technique across all age groups.
FACILITIES OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
Yale University
08.2017 - 01.2022
- Supported event setup and breakdown for various sports, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Managed technology and equipment, ensuring seamless event execution.
- Facilitated intercollegiate events, contributing to improved team performance.
- Operated scoreboards and audio systems, optimizing audience experience.
- Collaborated with teams to ensure successful event outcomes.
- Managed setup and breakdown of athletic events, ensuring seamless transitions and enhancing overall event execution.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying areas for improvement that led to more reliable event operations.
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05.2020
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
NCAA DIVISION I ATHLETE
- University of Connecticut Varsity Women's Swimming and Diving
- Four-year letter winner, AAC All-Academic Team for 4 consecutive seasons
- Devoted 20+ hours weekly to athletic commitments while maintaining a rigorous academic course load
- Extensive team and leadership experience through effectively collaborating with 30 teammates
- Member of Student Athlete Advisory Committee, HuskyLeads, Team Impact Captain
VOLUNTEER WORK
- Preschool teacher at Neighborhood Music School
- Swim Across America
- Husky Reach Program
Timeline
VOLUNTEER ASSISTANT COACH
Boston University Swimming & Diving
10.2023 - Current
CLINIC COORDINATOR II
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
01.2023 - Current
PHYSICAL THERAPY AIDE
Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Centers
08.2020 - 12.2022
ASSISTANT SWIM COACH
Bulldog Swim Club
06.2020 - 12.2022
FACILITIES OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
Yale University
08.2017 - 01.2022
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
University of Connecticut