ALYSSAMARIE KANANILOAOKEKAI RUIZ BADUA
'Ewa Beach,HI
Summary
Recent occupational therapy graduate, eager to launch a rewarding career in helping individuals achieve their highest level of independence and safety in desired occupations. Possess comprehensive knowledge of occupational therapy principles, assessments, and interventions gained through thorough academic training and fieldwork rotations. Competent in developing personalized treatment plans, facilitating rehabilitation, and promoting functional abilities in diverse populations. Effective communication, empathy, teamwork abilities, and a genuine passion for positively impacting the lives of others. Seeking an opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic occupational therapy team and make a meaningful difference to empower clients in achieving their occupational goals and enhancing their quality of life.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Healthcare Specialist (Medic)
United States Army Reserves
08.2012 - Current
- Conducted triage assessments to prioritize treatment based on severity of injuries, effectively managing multiple casualties during combat situations
- Participated in field training exercises and simulated combat scenarios to maintain proficiency in tactical medical skills and enhance readiness for deployment
- Provided education and training to fellow soldiers on basic first aid techniques, combat casualty care, and medical evacuation procedures to enhance unit-level medical capabilities
- Maintained medical equipment and supplies, conducted inventory management, and ensured compliance with sterilization protocols to support mission readiness and medical operations
Fieldwork Intern
Queen's North Hawai'i Community Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted certified hand therapists in administering therapeutic exercises and modalities to patients with various hand injuries and conditions
- Conducted initial patient assessments, including range of motion measurements and grip strength evaluations, to track progress throughout treatment
- Educated patients on proper hand and wrist ergonomics, injury prevention strategies, and home exercise programs to enhance recovery outcomes
- Assisted with wound care, splinting techniques, and therapeutic interventions to facilitate optimal rehabilitation outcomes
Orthopedic Rehabilitation Aide
Straub Medical Center
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Assisted occupational and physical therapists in delivering personalized treatment plans to patients recovering from orthopedic surgeries, injuries, and conditions.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, transfers, and ambulation exercises, promoting independence and safety throughout recovery process.
- Maintained clean and organized therapy environment, including sanitizing beds and equipment, and ensuring compliance with infection control protocols, to promote safe and hygienic rehabilitation setting.
- Maintained accountability and integrity of department's equipment in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Reception Desk Attendant
Information Technology Center - UH Mānoa
03.2016 - 12.2017
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at front desk
- Answered phone calls, checked-in guests of building to meetings and workshops, monitored all scheduled appointments, and managed personnel that entered building
- Organized and distributed mail for staff of building
Hawaiʻi Pacific Health Intern
Straub Medical Center
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Shadowed physical and occupational therapists; gained experience in therapeutic procedures in inpatient and outpatient settings
- Maintained integrity of supplies; wiped down tables and equipment after every patient
- Identified key opportunities; gained exposure to duty details of speech pathologist; facilitated learning
Education
Doctorate of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology And Rehabilitation Science
University of Hawaiʻi At Mānoa
Honolulu, HI12.2017
Skills
- BLS Certification
- Types 76 wpm with 98% accuracy
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Flexible
- Organized
- Team player
- Supportive
- Problem solver
- Empathetic
- Hardworking
- Effective Communicator
- Patient confidentiality
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Education
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- National EMS Certification, 03/31/2026, Provider level: EMT
- Basic Life Support Provider, 02/2026, American Heart Association
Timeline
Fieldwork Intern
Queen's North Hawai'i Community Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
Orthopedic Rehabilitation Aide
Straub Medical Center
08.2017 - 05.2020
Hawaiʻi Pacific Health Intern
Straub Medical Center
06.2017 - 08.2017
Reception Desk Attendant
Information Technology Center - UH Mānoa
03.2016 - 12.2017
Healthcare Specialist (Medic)
United States Army Reserves
08.2012 - Current
Doctorate of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Johnson & Wales University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology And Rehabilitation Science
University of Hawaiʻi At Mānoa
- National EMS Certification, 03/31/2026, Provider level: EMT
- Basic Life Support Provider, 02/2026, American Heart Association
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