Year of Professional Experience
JOSHUA JAMES DESPI
Virtual Assistant, Physical Therapist
Dumaguete City
Summary
Motivated individual with a strong academic foundation in healthcare. Strong foundation in holistic healthcare complemented by leadership and organizational experience. Completed clinical internships in diverse hospital and community settings, developing adaptability and essential skills for healthcare environments. Demonstrates effective communication skills in diverse environments. Brings experience in event planning and content creation, enhancing community education initiatives.
Overview
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1
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Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Internship
SU Valencia Free Clinic Outpatient Department
Valencia, Negros Oriental
04.2025 - 04.2025
- Treated patients of Valencia in an outpatient setting; oversaw 4-6 patients a day.
- Became a part of an event that catered to educating 30 older adults of Looc regarding fall prevention and pelvic care.
Internship
Governor Celestino Gallares Memorial Medical Center
Bohol
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Managed post-amputation care for rare cases at 525-bed government hospital in Bohol during February and March.
- Participated in rounds and lectures led by rehabilitation doctors, visiting four to five wards each session.
- Assisted physicians by gathering requested patient charts efficiently and accurately.
Internship
Dauin Marina Mission Clinic
Dauin, Negros Oriental
11.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided in-home treatment for patients in Dauin, managing five to six cases weekly.
- Co-facilitated event educating 50 older adults in Piapi on fall prevention and pelvic care.
Internship
IRSFC Sports Clinic
Dumaguete City
10.2024 - 10.2024
- Handled 25% of all university varsity teams during on-field duties; treated clients and patients during off-field hours.
Sponsored Recipient
Silliman University Jakarta Educational Tour
Jakarta
10.2024 - 10.2024
- Co-led a lecture on sports-based training in strength, endurance, and power for 40 third-year students at Universitas Kristen Indonesia (UKI).
- Oversaw 85% of a vlogging project as the primary recipient among interns in Jakarta.
Internship
Philippine Orthopedic Center
Quezon City
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed foundational skills required for internship at 700-bed national public hospital known for orthopedic care.
- Managed care for 6-8 patients daily with spinal cord injuries and postoperative conditions during inpatient services in July.
- Provided outpatient training, addressing various patient conditions throughout August.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Silliman University
Dumaguete City 08.2021 - 05.2025
Skills
- Clinical assessment and research
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Data collection
- Patient-centered care
- Fluent English communication
- Microsoft Office and Google Workspace proficiency
- Video editing and design
- Event planning
- Copywriting and content creation
- Social media management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Leadership skills
Certification
Basic Life Support Certification - Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association, which composes of CPR and emergency response training.
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Filipino
Proficient
C2
Organizational Experience
Chairperson for Internal Projects
2022-2023
Ang Sandigan
- Embodied the spirit of service above self through facilitating and co-working in events that target the 5 Cs of Service: Court, Classroom, Community, Church, and Culture in a socio-civic organization consisting of a Facebook following of 9,400.
- Spearheaded meetings for brainstorming to further expand the growth of the socio civic organization; led a group of 5 heads, with each having a group of 100-200 members for their respective events.
Council Auditor
2022-2023
- Silliman University Physical Therapy Students’ Association (SUPTSA)
Led in auditing the student body’s council fee semestral budget of 200,000 Philippine pesos for a total of 2 semesters. - Co-led the budgeting with the Council Treasurer to maximize the student body’s council fee.
Student Body Representative
2023-2024
33rd Silliman University Student Government Assembly
- Adept in problem-solving skills in forming resolutions that were warranted by the Physical Therapy student body, consisting of 360 students.
- Exercised the right to comment and question on resolutions that were provided by 56 fellow representatives to maximize efficiency and minimize redundance in the Resolutions Database.
Timeline
Internship
SU Valencia Free Clinic Outpatient Department
04.2025 - 04.2025
Internship
Governor Celestino Gallares Memorial Medical Center
02.2025 - 03.2025
Internship
Dauin Marina Mission Clinic
11.2024 - 11.2024
Internship
IRSFC Sports Clinic
10.2024 - 10.2024
Sponsored Recipient
Silliman University Jakarta Educational Tour
10.2024 - 10.2024
Internship
Philippine Orthopedic Center
07.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Silliman University
08.2021 - 05.2025