Andile Makanza
Windhoek
Summary
Dedicated final-year physiotherapy student with a strong passion for sports and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Comprehensive knowledge and clinical experience in various settings. Developed strong skills and clinical reasoning abilities. Background in high-level soccer and research into groin injuries in Namibian athletes fuel desire to specialize in sports physiotherapy, specifically within soccer. Commitment to patient-centered care, problem-solving strategies, and continuous improvement. Eager to refine clinical skills and contribute to the rehabilitation of diverse patient populations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Physiotherapist
Windhoek Central Hospital, Intermediary Hospital Katatura
07.2022 - Current
- Worked under supervision in ICU, OPD, neurological, medical/surgical settings
Student Physiotherapist
Side-by-Side early intervention centre
02.2023 - Current
- Pediatric care & community based rehabilitation/outreach
Student Physiotherapist
Rundu State Hospital
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Worked under supervision in OPD, ICU, medical/surgical ward, Community rehabilitation settings
Volunteer
Nedbank Desert Dash
12.2023 - 12.2023
Volunteer Physiotherapist for participating cyclists
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy Honours
University of Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia01.2025
Matriculated NSSCH -
St. Paul’s College
01.2019
Skills
- Physiotherapy Patient assessments
- Therapeutic exercises
- Manual therapy
- Chest physiotherapy
- Sports Injury Management
- Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint)
- Basic programming/coding concepts
- Strong communication
- Teamwork
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 08/11/23
- Special Olympics Motor Activity Programming, 07/15/24
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Afrikaans
Upper intermediate
B2
German
Elementary
A2
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/11/02
- Nationality: Namibian
References
- Matthew Chiwaridzo, Dr, University of Namibia, Lecturer/Supervisor, mchiwaridzo@unam.na, +264 81 661 8667
- Zenra Buys, Mrs, University of Namibia, Lecturer/Supervisor, zbuys@unam.na, +264 81 331 8481
Extracurricular Activities
- 2019-present Semi-Professional Soccer Player (NFA First & Second division)
- 2024 UNAM PHYSIOTHERAPY SOCIETY member
- 2024/07/15-17 Special Olympics MATP workshop
- 2022 Volunteer Namibia Down Syndrome Day
Research
In-season prevalence and associated factors of groin injury in Premier League Football Players in Namibia, University of Namibia, 2024
Football
Played in Namibia's second highest tier of football since 2022 and still actively playing. It is my biggest passion besides physiotherapy.
Timeline
Student Physiotherapist
Rundu State Hospital
06.2024 - 07.2024
Volunteer
Nedbank Desert Dash
12.2023 - 12.2023
Student Physiotherapist
Side-by-Side early intervention centre
02.2023 - Current
Student Physiotherapist
Windhoek Central Hospital, Intermediary Hospital Katatura
07.2022 - Current
Matriculated NSSCH -
St. Paul’s College
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 08/11/23
- Special Olympics Motor Activity Programming, 07/15/24
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy Honours
University of Namibia
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