Austin Fernau
Omaha,NE
Summary
I am a motivated and dependable individual with extensive hands-on experience across diverse clinical and community settings, which provide a strong foundation in patient care, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration. I am reliable, organized, and detail-oriented, with excellent time management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. I foster a compassionate approach to client-centered care, and the flexibility to thrive in any environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Gym Attendant
West O Fitness
Omaha, NE
08.2025 - Current
Level II Fieldwork Student
Connect Pediatric Therapy
Lincoln, Nebraska
05.2025 - 07.2025
Level II Fieldwork Student
QLI
Omaha, NE
01.2025 - 03.2025
Physical Therapy Technician
Premier Therapy Associates
Omaha, NE
10.2023 - 12.2024
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
All-Inclusive Aquatics
Omaha, NE
09.2024 - 11.2024
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Down Syndrome of the Alliance
Omaha, NE
05.2024 - 07.2024
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Community Alliance
Omaha, NE
01.2024 - 03.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional
Wayne Community Schools
Wayne, NE
08.2022 - 05.2023
Medication Aide
Kinship Pointe
Wayne, NE
05.2021 - 05.2023
Personal Care Assistant
Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Garwood
Wayne, Nebraska
05.2021 - 05.2023
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Human And Sport Physiology
Wayne State College
Wayne12-2023
Doctor of Occupational Therapy -
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NESkills
- Treatment planning
- Interprofessional communication
- Grant proposal development
- Needs assessment and program design
- Strategic analysis
- Program effectiveness evaluation
- Comprehensive research review
- Effective communication
- Dependable and responsible
- First Aid/CPR
Accomplishments
UNMC Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) President
References
- Mrs. Jennifer Beran, Owner, Supervisor, Premier Therapy
402-301-7601 - jennifer@mypremiertherapy.com
- Mrs. Melissa Faller, OTD, OTR/L, DRP, Quality Living Inc. (QLI)
402-929-0593 - melissa.faller@qliomaha.com
- Mrs. Kristen Pfeil, OTD, OTR/L, Owner, Connect Pediatric Therapy
402-202-8188 - kristen@connectpediatrictherapy.com
Timeline
Gym Attendant
West O Fitness
08.2025 - Current
Level II Fieldwork Student
Connect Pediatric Therapy
05.2025 - 07.2025
Level II Fieldwork Student
QLI
01.2025 - 03.2025
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
All-Inclusive Aquatics
09.2024 - 11.2024
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Down Syndrome of the Alliance
05.2024 - 07.2024
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Community Alliance
01.2024 - 03.2024
Physical Therapy Technician
Premier Therapy Associates
10.2023 - 12.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional
Wayne Community Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
Medication Aide
Kinship Pointe
05.2021 - 05.2023
Personal Care Assistant
Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Garwood
05.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Applied Human And Sport Physiology
Wayne State College
Doctor of Occupational Therapy -
University of Nebraska Medical Center