Dasjah Johnson

Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) student at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences with clinical experience across orthopedic, neurological, pediatric, and mental health practice settings through Level I Fieldwork. Passionate about evidence-based, client-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration. Strong foundation in activity analysis, therapeutic communication, occupational performance, and rehabilitation with previous experience providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced healthcare and hospitality environments.

Level I Fieldwork

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

• Observed occupational therapy evaluations and intervention planning for orthopedic conditions.
• Assisted with therapeutic exercise setup and ADL-focused interventions.
• Applied principles of activity analysis and body mechanics.

Neurological Rehabilitation

• Participated in treatment sessions addressing functional mobility, cognition, upper extremity function, and ADL performance.
• Observed evaluation and intervention for clients with neurological diagnoses.
• Collaborated with clinical instructors to understand evidence-based neurological rehabilitation.

Pediatrics

• Participated in occupation-based interventions focused on fine motor development, sensory processing, visual-motor integration, and play.
• Observed caregiver education and family-centered practice.
• Assisted with treatment preparation and pediatric therapeutic activities.

Mental Health

• Participated in therapeutic groups and psychosocial interventions.
• Applied therapeutic use of self and client-centered communication techniques.
• Participated in discussions regarding occupational performance and mental health recovery.

Occupational Therapy Observation

Eden Las Colinas Wellness & Rehabilitation Center

40 Hours

• Shadowed occupational therapists in an inpatient rehabilitation/SNF setting.
• Observed intervention planning for neurological and orthopedic populations.
• Learned adaptive equipment recommendations and functional mobility strategies.
• Observed interdisciplinary collaboration among rehabilitation professionals

Integrating Occupational Therapy into Maternal Mental Health and Postpartum Care

• Developing an evidence-based occupational therapy program to support postpartum mental health and occupational participation.
• Conducting literature review, needs assessment, and program development.
• Collaborating with community healthcare partners to expand occupational therapy services for postpartum populations.

• CPR/BLS
• Heartsaver
• HIPPA Training