Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Elise A’Hearn

Chicago,USA

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Capstone Student

Gannett Fleming TranSystems
Chicago, IL
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Created onboarding protocol and educational materials for OT practitioners and students on inclusive design in architecture
  • Contributed to revising Inclusive Design Guidelines and conducted site observation to improve accessibility in architectural projects

Level IIB Fieldwork Student

Loyola Medicine – Outpatient Pediatrics
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Managed a daily caseload of 8-14 pediatric clients, delivering 1:1 interventions to support in social interaction, emotional regulation, and successful engagement in academic activities
  • Conducted evaluations using PDMS-2, BOT-2, SP, and caregiver interviews to develop individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans
  • Provided treatment for children with autism, cerebral palsy, attention deficit disorder, sensory processing challenges, Down syndrome, and developmental delays

Level IIA Fieldwork Student

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab – Inpatient Rehabilitation
Chicago, IL
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Performed assessments, developed occupational profiles, and delivered individual and group treatment sessions
  • Documented evaluations, progress notes, plans of care, and discharge planning for patients with cerebrovascular accidents, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis
  • Facilitated and contributed to patient interventions and interdisciplinary rounds to enhance plans of care, incorporating therapeutic equipment and modalities focused on activities of daily living

Level IB Fieldwork

Sarasota Memorial Hospital – Inpatient Rehabilitation
Sarasota, FL
- 12.2023

Level IA Fieldwork

GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers
Chicago, IL
- 08.2023

Practicum - Behavioral Health & Acute Care

RUSH University Medical Center
Chicago, IL
10.2022 - 06.2023

Education

Doctor of Occupational Therapy -

RUSH University
Chicago, IL
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Indiana University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
05.2021

Skills

  • Epic
  • Cerner
  • REDCap
  • Microsoft

Certification

  • American Heart Association BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers
  • American with Disabilities Act Certificate
  • AOTA Community Driving & Mobility Assessment Certificate
  • Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services - Section GG Training
  • Mandated Reporter Training
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Training
  • State of Illinois Physical Agent Thermal & Electrical Modalities
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid USA

Timeline

Capstone Student

Gannett Fleming TranSystems
01.2025 - 04.2025

Level IIB Fieldwork Student

Loyola Medicine – Outpatient Pediatrics
09.2024 - 12.2024

Level IIA Fieldwork Student

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab – Inpatient Rehabilitation
04.2024 - 06.2024

Practicum - Behavioral Health & Acute Care

RUSH University Medical Center
10.2022 - 06.2023

Level IB Fieldwork

Sarasota Memorial Hospital – Inpatient Rehabilitation
- 12.2023

Level IA Fieldwork

GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers
- 08.2023

Doctor of Occupational Therapy -

RUSH University

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Indiana University Indianapolis
Elise A’Hearn