Brenna Macdonald

To apply my practical skills and knowledge of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy as a Physiotherapy Assistant during practice within a clinical setting

Cashier/Sales Associate - Winners - Newmarket

(2025-06)

• Operate cash register and process customer transactions
• Providing friendly and efficient service
• Maintaining a clean, organized sales food and checkout area
• Manage returns and exchanges according to company's policy

Sales Associate - Marks Warehouse - Newmarket

(2024-12 - 2025-08)

• Handling sales transactions accurately using cash registers, POS systems and processing payments
• Assisting in stock replenishment, doing inventory checks and reporting low stock levels
• Informing customers about sales, promotions and loyalty programs to encourage purchases
• Managing several tasks, such as helping customers while restocking shelves, operating the cash register and keeping the store clean

Sales Associate - BlackWell - Newmarket

(2022-10 - 2023-08)

• Assisted with online order pickups or in store purchases, helping customers complete their shopping process smoothly
• Managed customer returns and exchanges according to store policy, ensuring customers have a positive experience
• Assisted with setting up seasonal or promotional displays ensuring merchandise is aligned with company guidelines
• Ensured company policies and safety regulations are followed

PTA Clinical Placement Experience - IAM PHYSIOTHERAPY Clinic

(2026-01 - 2026-02)

• Assisted with electrotherapy modalities (Laser, Ultrasound, IFC)
• Documented treatment sessions
• Applied hot and cold therapy as directed by PT
• Prepared and cleaned equipment
• Assisted with gait training and mobility

PTA Clinical Placement Experience - RockCliffe Community Care Long Term Care

(2025-11 - 2025-12)

• Assisted PT/PTA with treatment of long term residents
• Helped residents performing therapeutic range of motion exercises
• Supported gait training using walkers and wheelchairs
• Communicated effectively with residents and interprofessional team
• Used proper body mechanics during client handling

OTA Clinical Placement Experience - Little Hands Big Skills OT Paediatric Clinic

(2025-01 - 2025-04)

• Gained hands-on experience with sensory integration techniques and therapeutic equipment use
• Communicated effectively with children, families, and the interprofessional team
• Prepared therapy materials and maintained a safe and engaging environment for play-based intervention
• Supported children in developing fine motor, gross motor, sensory processing, and self-care skills

Dance Camp Counselor/Dance Instructor - Chantal's Dance Academy (CDA) - Aurora

(2021-07 - 2021-08)

• Led dance classes, help campers learn choreography and learn different skills in various styles of dance
• Led in recreational activities, icebreakers and different themed events to build a community and to keep campers engaged
• Was a good role model, being professional guided campers in both their dance journey and personal development
• Tracked group progress in their dance development offering constructive feedback and support

Inclusive Children's March Break Event - Children's Treatment Network (CTN) - Barrie, ON

(2025-03 - 2025-03)

• Successfully planned, organized, and implemented inclusive fine/gross motor activities for children with various needs aged 2-19 as part of the OTA & PTA program at Georgian College
• Enthusiastically aided & engaged children in safe play to ensure successful & inclusive participation
• Interacted and communicated with children, parents & community members

Occupational Therapist Assistant & Physiotherapist Assistant (OTA & PTA) Program - Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy - Georgian College (2026-06)

OSSD/High School Diploma - Sir William Mulock Secondary School (2019-09 - 2023-06)