Caitlyn McDougal
Doylestown,OH
Summary
Self-directed, resilient, determined, and motivated undergraduate Occupational Therapy student seeking acceptance into Masters/Doctorate Occupational Therapy Program in order to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to function as an empathetic, client-centered, research-based occupational therapist. Possesses vastness and diversity in life, work, and internship experiences all lending themselves to making the ideal candidate to further the education, knowledge base, research, and practical applications, which will allow the improvement of the lives of clients seeking occupational therapy throughout future practice.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Provider
Multiple Families
04.2017 - Current
- Cared for 12 children of all ages and assisted with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, bathing.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Created safe environment for children by removing any hazards and setting/ developing rules and appropriate boundaries to prevent accident or injury.
- Aided with teeth brushing, diapering, bathing, potty training, and dressing to promote good oral health as well as good personal hygiene and to support child development.
- Created nurturing environments for children to promote emotional, intellectual, and social growth.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Guided and facilitated learning through play, stories, and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
Hand Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist Intern
Crystal Clinic Orthopedic Center
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with a minimum of 10 patients per day.
- Assisted in providing clinical services to clients of all ages with variety of physical, mental and emotional impairments in occupational therapy setting.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home for exercise and therapy.
- Assisted in determining best treatment plans to meet objectives for work and home life.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Aided in creating splints for patients in need of stability for injuries ranging from their fingers to their elbow.
- Aided in creating plan for therapy sessions to achieve goals of patients.
- Monitored and aided in development of hand and wrist exercises provided to patients to initiate completion of certain daily activities.
- Monitored temperature of splint machines and hot pillows to ensure patient safety and comfort.
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Intern
Sendero Therapies
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted in implementation of treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, and educational areas for a minimum of five patients per day.
- Aided and observed early preschool and elementary aged children in one on one therapy sessions designed to treat needs specific to each child.
- Aided in therapy sessions designated for children with behavioral issues, down syndrome, sensory disorders, and cerebral palsy.
- Observed evaluations and assessments to determine best treatment for each patient.
- Assisted with assessments to determine progress toward goals.
- Assisted with determining best treatment plans to meet objectives for school and home life.
Door Dasher Food Delivery
Door Dash
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Provided consistent excellent customer service by being friendly during all interactions to increase loyalty and satisfaction of more than 300 customers.
- Verified orders prior to completing deliveries to avoid customer complaints.
- Met promised delivery times consistently by using GPS software to spot and avoid traffic delays.
- Developed and maintained professional relations between customer, store personnel, and company.
- Collected payment for orders and provided customers with receipt copies to establish proof of transaction.
Receptionist
Bahama Bodies
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Answered phone calls and directed to appropriate personnel, as well as handle customer needs and scheduling.
- Processed payments and updated accounts.
- Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences.
- Maintained safety, health, and sanitation practices and cleaned facility.
- Organized merchandise and stocked shelves.
- Entered data into computer system to maintain client records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Kent State University
Kent, OH05.2024
High School Diploma -
Wadsworth High School
Wadsworth, OH05.2020
Skills
Self-directed learner
Compassionate
Client centered
Empathetic
Excellent communicator
Detail-oriented
Maintains professionalism
Maintains client privacy and confidentiality
Patient assessment
Patient Data Gathering
Patient Care Activities
Team Collaboration Skills
Volunteer work
Wadsworth, Ohio
4/2022-8/2022 and 4/2023-8/2023 Volunteer helping various elderly neighbors with yard clean up, landscaping, and grocery pick up.
Oak Harbor, Ohio
5/2023, 6/2023 Assisted elderly friends of the family with moving their home.
Timeline
Hand Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist Intern
Crystal Clinic Orthopedic Center
07.2023 - 07.2023
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Intern
Sendero Therapies
06.2023 - 06.2023
Receptionist
Bahama Bodies
09.2021 - 05.2022
Door Dasher Food Delivery
Door Dash
02.2021 - 05.2023
Child Care Provider
Multiple Families
04.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Kent State University
High School Diploma -
Wadsworth High School
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