Matthew Mcdonagh Email & Phone Number

Hobart, Tas, Au

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

As the National Head of Clinical Development at Optimum Health Solutions, I oversee the clinical development initiatives for our Exercise Physiology team, which spans over 35 professionals across multiple sites in Tasmania and New South Wales. My role focuses on ensuring our team possesses the requisite skills and knowledge to optimize client outcomes.Key Responsibilities:Provide oversight and strategic direction for clinical development initiatives within the Exercise… Show more As the National Head of Clinical Development at Optimum Health Solutions, I oversee the clinical development initiatives for our Exercise Physiology team, which spans over 35 professionals across multiple sites in Tasmania and New South Wales. My role focuses on ensuring our team possesses the requisite skills and knowledge to optimize client outcomes.Key Responsibilities:Provide oversight and strategic direction for clinical development initiatives within the Exercise Physiology team.Foster a positive and supportive environment conducive to mentoring and upskilling Exercise Physiologists.Implement training programs aimed at enhancing expertise in MSK, NDIS, Pediatrics, Neurology, and Geriatrics.Collaborate with stakeholders to innovate and improve service delivery, ensuring alignment with best practices and client needs.As a member of the senior leadership team I am involved in the planning and strategic direction of the company. Achievements:Successfully implemented mentoring programs resulting in measurable improvements in client outcomes.Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced team cohesion and professional growth opportunities.Developed and implemented training modules tailored to address specific client needs in diverse clinical settings.Why Optimum Health Solutions?At Optimum Health Solutions, we are committed to advancing clinical excellence and improving client outcomes across various health sectors. Joining our team means contributing to a culture of continuous learning and innovation in Exercise Physiology. Show less

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

As a Team Leader at Optimum Health Solutions, I played a pivotal role in fostering professional growth and excellence within our team. My responsibilities included providing 1:1 mentoring to new staff members and supporting the Head of Clinical Development in running our comprehensive professional development program.Key Responsibilities:Provided personalized 1:1 mentoring to new team members, ensuring a smooth onboarding process and fostering their professional… Show more As a Team Leader at Optimum Health Solutions, I played a pivotal role in fostering professional growth and excellence within our team. My responsibilities included providing 1:1 mentoring to new staff members and supporting the Head of Clinical Development in running our comprehensive professional development program.Key Responsibilities:Provided personalized 1:1 mentoring to new team members, ensuring a smooth onboarding process and fostering their professional development.Assisted the Head of Clinical Development in organizing and facilitating the professional development program.Presented engaging clinical education topics both online and in face-to-face workshops, contributing to the continuous learning and skill enhancement of our team.Achievements:Successfully mentored new staff members, contributing to their integration into the team and enhancing their professional skills.Collaborated with the Head of Clinical Development to enhance the structure and content of our professional development program, resulting in increased team competency and satisfaction.Received positive feedback for delivering impactful clinical education sessions that improved team knowledge and performance.Why Optimum Health Solutions?Optimum Health Solutions values a culture of mentorship, continuous learning, and professional growth. As a Team Leader, I had the privilege of contributing to these values, ensuring our team members are equipped to deliver high-quality care and achieve exceptional outcomes for our clients. Show less

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Papua New Guinea

I provide day to day leadership of the mine site health program at Porgera Joint Venture, and work in coordination with mine medical center and safety department with a focus on improving the health of national employees.The following are highlights of the value I bring to the organisation:★Play an integral role in developing strategy for the mine site health program which includes comprehensive health assessment, weight loss challenges and health coaching. ★Develop and… Show more I provide day to day leadership of the mine site health program at Porgera Joint Venture, and work in coordination with mine medical center and safety department with a focus on improving the health of national employees.The following are highlights of the value I bring to the organisation:★Play an integral role in developing strategy for the mine site health program which includes comprehensive health assessment, weight loss challenges and health coaching. ★Develop and integrate exercise, diet, and lifestyle changes which successfully reduce health risk factors for employees. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

I delivered outstanding results in the management of worksite health programs across mining, food manufacturing, transport, and aquaculture industries with a focus on implementing diverse programs that addressed injury prevention, fatigue management, and employee health improvement.The following are highlights of the value I brought to the organisation: ★ Held responsibility to conduct health assessments on employees regarding cholesterol levels, blood pressure, glucose… Show more I delivered outstanding results in the management of worksite health programs across mining, food manufacturing, transport, and aquaculture industries with a focus on implementing diverse programs that addressed injury prevention, fatigue management, and employee health improvement.The following are highlights of the value I brought to the organisation: ★ Held responsibility to conduct health assessments on employees regarding cholesterol levels, blood pressure, glucose, cardiovascular fitness, weight, and other anthropometric measures. ★ Successfully reduced 50% of individuals with high-risk health scores that were involved in health program through the identification of high-risk workers during health assessments. ★ Exceptional engagement levels of over 80% of the workforce in a voluntary health program. ★ Designed and implemented targeted musculoskeletal injury prevention program that saw a reduction in of over 75% in injury for the targeted workgroup. Show less

Tasmania, Australia

I was positioned to provide skilled mentoring to new graduate Exercise Physiologists and facilitated post-hospital admission restorative care programs with a focus on improving functional capacity to avoid hospital re-admissions and falls. The following are highlights of the value I brought to the position:★ Planned and implemented diverse care plans to improve the mobility and functional capacity of elderly and clients with significant symptomatic disease including cardiac… Show more I was positioned to provide skilled mentoring to new graduate Exercise Physiologists and facilitated post-hospital admission restorative care programs with a focus on improving functional capacity to avoid hospital re-admissions and falls. The following are highlights of the value I brought to the position:★ Planned and implemented diverse care plans to improve the mobility and functional capacity of elderly and clients with significant symptomatic disease including cardiac, pulmonary and neuromuscular. ★ Delivered safe and evidence based care to patients through exercise programmes that focused on balance and function in the elderly.★ Orchestrated interdisciplinary communications and education that aligned with organisational standard operating procedures (SOPs) and vision on patient care. Show less

Tasmania, Australia

Primary focused on musculoskeletal, neuromuscular and cardiac rehabilitation. Worked in coordination with physiotherapists, referring doctors, and specialists to determine optimal care for patients. Introduced strategic exercise rehabilitation programs that produced successful outcomes for patients and reduced re-occurrences of injuries and improved mobility.

Tasmania, Australia

Tasmania, Australia

Tasmania, Australia

Bachelor Of Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology

Nutrition Coach, Human Nutrition

Cert Iv In Training And Assessment, Training And Assessment