Alex Lourens

  • Associate Chiropractor
  • 809 N Perry Street, Davenport, IA 52803
  • Jan 11, 2025
Full Time, Part Time Associate New Graduate

Personal Summary

I am a dedicated professional with proven performance in management, leadership, and communication. I possess strong empathy and patience skills, with experience in patient care, problem-solving, and planning. I am ready to make an immediate contribution to your organization by leveraging my skills to enhance business performance and drive company objectives. I am resourceful, results-driven, and passionate about growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value. I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for personal growth and development.

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Reliability
  • Team Collaboration
  • Patient Education

Licenses and certifications

  • CPR/AED (02/15/24)

Awards and achievements

  • Head rugby coach at Palmer College of Chiropractic (November 2021 - present)

Work Experience

Shadowing Chiropractor
Jul 2024 - Present Advanced Chiropractic and Acupuncture, Waukee, Iowa

At a high pace environment and high-volume practice, I shadowed Dr. Gareth and Cassie Lourens utilizing the “palmer package” in delivering fast and effective treatment of patients while making them feel heard and comfortable.

English Language Teacher
Feb 2016 - Nov 2019 University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa

Teaching the English language to secondary and tertiary English language speakers in the science degrees. This consisted of writing lab reports, teaching fluent English communication skills, and writing effective essays.

Stock Manager and Buyer
Jan 2017 - Dec 2019 Smash Retail, Bloemfontein, South Africa

I worked as a stock manager and buyer for 185 suppliers and over 30,000 products in 43 stores, ensuring that the orders are received at the warehouse, picked correctly, and delivered to the appropriate stores nationwide.

Education

Doctor of Chiropractic
Nov 2021 - Feb 2025 Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, Iowa
Post Graduate Degree B. Hons Sports Science
Jan 2016 - Dec 2017 University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa
Human Movement Science
Jan 2013 - Present University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa