Overview
Work History
Education
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Timeline
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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, CT
05.2020

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
SONA PINELA