Alisha Patel
Summary
Dedicated and versatile professional with a strong foundation in healthcare, exercise science, and customer service, complemented by a Master’s in Occupational Therapy. Experienced in clinical, fitness, athletic, and customer-focused environments, bringing a unique combination of interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Skilled in patient care, program development, communication, and team collaboration, with a proven ability to adapt quickly to diverse settings.oting health, independence, and overall well-being through evidence-based, client-centered approaches.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Level II Fieldwork Student
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
New Brunswick
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Delivered OT services in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation.
- Provided patient and family education on home programs and safe discharge planning.
- Recommended adaptive equipment and environmental modifications to improve independence.
- Studied regularly to stay current on terminology and treatment strategies.
- Implemented feedback from supervisors to improve service delivery and team communication.
- Demonstrated appropriate use of adaptive equipment for clients.
- Monitored client safety while performing activities both inside and outside the clinic setting.
Level II Fieldwork Student
Elevate Health
Mt. Laurel Twp/Eastampton
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Guided patients through ADL/IADL retraining and therapeutic exercise programs.
- Educated clients on energy conservation, adaptive equipment, and compensatory strategies.
- Collaborated with team members to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Engaged with diverse patient populations to ensure inclusive care practices.
- Implemented activities to help clients build important skills for work and personal needs.
Customer Service Lead
Wawa
01.2015 - Current
- Developed strong communication, multitasking skills.
- Supervised operations while ensuring quality service and efficiency in high-paced settings.
- Coordinated customer service operations to ensure efficient daily workflows.
- Trained and mentored new team members on service protocols.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints with effective communication skills.
Assistant Softball Coach
Mercer County Community College
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Mentored student-athletes in conditioning, teamwork, and performance improvement.
- Applied coaching strategies that parallel rehabilitation principles (motor learning, motivation, skill progression).
Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT)
Crunch Fitness
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Designed individualized training programs to meet client health and performance goals.
- Educated clients on exercise safety, endurance training, and body mechanics.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Salus University
Elkins Park, PA06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA05.2021
Associate of Science - Exercise Science
Mercer County Community College
Trenton, NJ12.2018
Skills
- Patient evaluation
- ADL/IADL retraining
- Therapeutic exercise
- Adaptive equipment education
- Documentation (SOAP/EMR)
- Discharge planning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Leadership
- Time management
- Patient/ Caregiver education
- Program development
- Team collaboration
- Player development
- Communication
- Motivational strategies
- Skill assessment
Certification
- OTR Certification- Exam Completed, results pending (8/27/2025)
- American Heart Association – BLS (CPR/AED)
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Timeline
Level II Fieldwork Student
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
03.2025 - 06.2025
Level II Fieldwork Student
Elevate Health
01.2025 - 03.2025
Assistant Softball Coach
Mercer County Community College
01.2022 - 05.2023
Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT)
Crunch Fitness
01.2021 - 01.2022
Customer Service Lead
Wawa
01.2015 - Current
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Salus University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Associate of Science - Exercise Science
Mercer County Community College
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