Dylan Gilbert
United Kingdom
Summary
Professional and dedicated with extensive experience in clinical observation, patient interaction, and exercise prescription. Proficient in evidence-based practices and effective communication, with strong organizational and time management skills. Experienced sports massage therapist and gym instructor, experienced working in team environments, and eager to develop knowledge. Committed to continuous learning and application of best practices in healthcare.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Neuro & Spinal Physiotherapy Work Experience
University Hospital Llandough
Cardiff
2025.12
- - Observed assessment and treatment of neurological and spinal conditions within NHS settings
- - Gained exposure to patient handling, rehabilitation planning, and MDT communication
- - Developed understanding of complex clinical presentations and rehabilitation pathways
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Work Experience
University Hospital Wales (Heath)
Cardiff
2025.12
- - Observed musculoskeletal assessments, rehabilitation programmes, and outcome measures
- - Shadowed physiotherapists working with acute and chronic MSK presentations
- - Developed insight into evidence-based treatment and clinical reasoning
Cardiac Rehabilitation Assistant (Industry Placement)
MetActive
Cardiff
2024.08 - 2026.01
- - Supporting Phase III/IV cardiac rehabilitation programmes under BACPR guidelines
- - Assisting with supervised exercise prescription for individuals with cardiovascular conditions
- - Monitoring patient responses, reporting outcomes, and supporting safe progression of exercise
- - Working within a multidisciplinary, clinically governed exercise-referral setting
- In partnership with BACPR & British Heart Foundation
Assistant Manager & Class Instructor
Snap Fitness Blackwood
2023.11 - 2026.01
- - Leading and instructing group exercise classes with a focus on safe, effective technique
- - Supporting members with gym-based training and general exercise guidance
- - Assisting with gym operations, member engagement, and facility management
- - Demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and strong interpersonal communication
Education
BSc (Hons) - Sport Conditioning, Rehabilitation and Massage
Cardiff Metropolitan University
2023.09 -
A-Levels -
Coleg Gwent
Newport, Wales 2021.09 - 2023.06
Skills
- Clinical observation & patient interaction
- Exercise prescription & progression
- Evidence-based practice awareness
- Professional communication & teamwork
- Time management & organisation
- ICT skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Sports Massage Therapist
- Gym Instructor
- Injury Taping
Certification
- Level 2 Gym Instructor
- Level 3 ITEC Sports Massage Therapy
- Level 4 ITEC Sports Massage Therapy
INTERESTS
Bodybuilding, Strength training & applied anatomy, Professional development within rehabilitation and healthcare
Affiliations
- Bodybuilding and Fitness
- Nutrition
- Video Games
- Content Creation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Neuro & Spinal Physiotherapy Work Experience
University Hospital Llandough
2025.12
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Work Experience
University Hospital Wales (Heath)
2025.12
Cardiac Rehabilitation Assistant (Industry Placement)
MetActive
2024.08 - 2026.01
Assistant Manager & Class Instructor
Snap Fitness Blackwood
2023.11 - 2026.01
BSc (Hons) - Sport Conditioning, Rehabilitation and Massage
Cardiff Metropolitan University
2023.09 -
A-Levels -
Coleg Gwent
2021.09 - 2023.06