Analiese Anderson
Gainesville,USA
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
UF Department of Rehabilitation Sciences
Gainesville, Florida
04.2026 - 06.2026
- Assisted in qualitative research on maternal health in individuals with Type 1 diabetes
- Supported focus group data collection and thematic analysis
- Explored patient experiences and barriers to care
Neuroscience Student Assistant
University of Florida
Gainesville, USA
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted with lab sessions, competency development, and course preparation
- Led student office hours to support understanding of complex material
- Maintained confidentiality while supporting student learning
Lead LEAP Camp Counselor
Occuplay, Inc.
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Led therapeutic play activities to support fine motor, gross motor, and social skills
- Created structured lesson plans targeting developmental outcomes
- Collaborated with OT, PT, and SLP providers
THRIVE Program Assistant
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, USA
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Facilitated weekly mentoring sessions for college students with autism spectrum disorder
- Supported executive functioning skills including organization and time management
- Promoted independence in academic and social participation
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) -
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL08-2027
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL08-2024
Level II Fieldwork
Adult Acute Care — St. Joseph Hospital
- Population: Adults with acute medical conditions
- Anticipated Responsibilities:
- Support evaluation and intervention for activities of daily living and functional mobility
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes
- Skills to Develop:
- Clinical reasoning, discharge planning, acute care intervention strategies
Hand Therapy — UF Health Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Institute
- Population: Individuals with upper extremity injuries and conditions
- Anticipated Responsibilities:
- Assist in evaluation and treatment of hand and upper extremity conditions
- Support therapeutic exercise and splinting interventions
- Skills to Develop:
- Splint fabrication, upper extremity rehabilitation, orthopedic clinical reasoning, therapeutic use of self
Level I Fieldwork
Level I Psychosocial Fieldwork
- Life Transition Skills Adult Day Program
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for young adults with developmental disabilities
- Promoted prosocial behaviors, communication, and interpersonal skills
Level I Fieldwork — Hand Therapy Clinic (OSMI)
- Observed evaluation and treatment of upper extremity conditions
- Gained exposure to splinting, therapeutic exercise, and orthopedic rehabilitation
Level I Fieldwork — Outpatient Pediatric Clinic
- Observed and assisted with interventions targeting fine motor, sensory, and play skills
- Applied activity grading and behavioral strategies to support participation
Additional Training And Certifications
- Red Cross First Aid Certification
- International Mentor Training Program (Level I & II)
- Montreal Cognitive Assessment Certified Rater
- Canadian Occupational Performance Measure Training
Leadership And Involvement
- UNF Women’s Soccer Team
- Student Athlete Advisory Committee
Timeline
Research Assistant
UF Department of Rehabilitation Sciences
04.2026 - 06.2026
Neuroscience Student Assistant
University of Florida
08.2025 - 12.2025
Lead LEAP Camp Counselor
Occuplay, Inc.
06.2024 - 08.2024
THRIVE Program Assistant
University of North Florida
06.2023 - 05.2024
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) -
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of North Florida