Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Occupational Therapy position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR/L
Western Pennsylvania Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Evaluating and treating patients of all ages and all diagnosis
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Occupational Therapy Student Capstone Site
Western Pennsylvania Hospital
01.2024 - 04.2024
A 14 week doctorate capstone rotation evaluating and treating burn injury patients of all ages
Developed multiple interdisciplinary binders and presentations with splinting, positioning, ROM, and contracture management guidelines as well as hospital protocols for different grafts for all staff
Presented three educational seminars to review protocols and binders to nursing staff, surgeons, OT’s and PT’s
Published research for Contracture Management Project in WVU library
Joann Lyon, CI
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.
Educated patients and families on therapeutic techniques for home practice.
Participated in clinical rounds, contributing insights to enhance care outcomes.
Adapted therapy sessions based on individual patient needs and progress feedback.
Educated patients and families on strategies for daily living, increasing independence and quality of life.
Cultivated strong relationships with clinical supervisors throughout fieldwork placements, receiving constructive feedback that led to increased competence as an emerging practitioner.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, improving overall health and wellbeing.
Enhanced patient outcomes by developing personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
Applied critical thinking skills when addressing complex cases involving multiple factors impacting functional abilities, resulting in effective problem-solving approaches for intervention planning.
Provided adaptive equipment recommendations, promoting safety and accessibility within the home environment.
Utilized a client-centered approach when working with patients, ensuring their values and priorities were integrated into the therapeutic process.
Occupational Therapy Student
Redstone Rehabilitation Contract Schools
08.2023 - 12.2023
Evaluated and Treated 3 school districts; Early Childhood Educations, Primary, and Secondary
Experience with administering and scoring assessments such as the BOT, Beery VMI, School Functional Assessment
Attended and participated in IEP meeting, phone update discussions with parents, and completed quarterly progress updates
Carla Myers- CI
Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and therapy outcomes.
Conducted assessments to evaluate patient progress and adapt interventions accordingly.
Facilitated therapeutic activities to improve patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional skills.
Supported implementation of evidence-based practices within the rehabilitation framework.
Facilitated group therapy sessions to foster social skills development, enhancing patient interactions within the community.
Education
Doctorate - Occupational Therapy
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
05.2024
Masters - Exercise Science
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA
12.2020
Bachelors - Public Health
Slippery Rock University of PA
Slippery Rock, PA
05.2019
Skills
Utilization of EPIC, KRONOS, Word
Inter and intra professional communication and collaboration