Elizabeth Morgan
Seattle
Summary
Compassionate and hardworking occupational therapy assistant with a BA in Health Studies and military leadership experience, finance, administrative procedures, and customer service. Skilled in patient-centered care, activities of daily living training, range of motion assessments, and therapeutic communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Level I Fieldwork- OTA Program
Pima Medical Institute
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Facilitated group and individual therapeutic activities focused on memory care and cognitive rehabilitation
- Observed and participated in patient engagement techniques and adaptive strategies
- Supported documentation and care plan review under clinical supervision
- Cascade Park Community Adult Day Health Center clinical fieldwork experience
Health Studies Fieldwork
University of Washington
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Researched public health policy affecting underserved populations and midwifery care
- Supported program development and social media health messaging
- Collaborated with organizational leadership to enhance access and equity in healthcare
- Midwives Association of Washinton State fieldwork
Training & Development Manager
United States Marine Corps
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Managed training operations for over 200 personnel, ensuring all readiness and credentialing milestones were met
- Maintained training databases and tracked compliance with internal deadlines
- Created internal communication tools that improved team coordination and morale
Operations Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Oversaw day-to-day administrative operations and task tracking for a team of 144 staff
- Coordinated assignments and ensured timely completion of time-sensitive projects
- Mentored junior staff and implemented onboarding procedures for new personnel
Nursing Clinical Rotations
Hawai'i Pacific University
08.2016 - 04.2019
- Completed over 600 clinical hours across med-surg, OB/GYN, pediatrics, and behavioral health settings
- Performed patient assessments, charted vitals, and supported patient care under RN supervision
- Practiced therapeutic communication and interdisciplinary collaboration in fast-paced hospital units
- Participated in simulations and family-centered education
- Demonstrated professionalism and accountability in all patient interactions
Team Lead- Financial Audits & Separation Pay
United States Marine Corps
03.2014 - 08.2016
- Supervised a team of 19 in the processing of over 2,000 financial separation cases
- Certified more than $1 million in final pay adjustments across 75,000+ accounts
- Streamlined documentation processes, increasing efficiency and audit readiness
Contract Payment Certifying Officer
United States Marine Corps
04.2013 - 03.2014
- Paid and managed $31 million in contract payments and audits during overseas deployment
- Coordinated interdepartmental operations related to contract closeouts and financial reconciliation
- Implemented reporting systems to ensure regulatory compliance and transparency
- Forward-Deployed
Senior Financial Lead
United States Marine Corps
08.2012 - 04.2013
- Conducted internal audits of special pays and entitlements
- Provided coaching and performance oversight for junior finance staff
- Maintained up-to-date reporting tools and trained others in compliance tracking
Finance Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
11.2010 - 08.2012
- Processed and certified over $447,000 in payroll transactions
- Developed employee development workshops and led peer review sessions
- Received commendation for outstanding process integrity and leadership
Regional Operations Coordinator
United States Marine Corps
07.2009 - 11.2010
- Coordinated international travel and financial processing for region-wide personnel
- Liaised with foreign offices to streamline documentation and expense reimbursements
- Recognized for exceptional accuracy and interagency collaboration
Pay Processing Specialist
United States Marine Corps
05.2007 - 07.2009
- Managed final pay documentation for personnel exiting service
- Reviewed financial records and ensured compliance with payroll procedures
- Supported senior auditors with reconciliations and document verification
Education
Associate of Occupational Science - OTA Program
Pima Medical Institute, Renton
11.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Health Studies
University of Washington, Bothell
01.2023
BS - Nursing
Hawai'i Pacific University
AS - General Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
Skills
- Patient-Centered Care
- ADL and Mobility Interventions
- Documentation & Communication
- Military Leadership & Compliance
- ROM, Splinting, and Equipment Education
Awards
Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2), Good Conduct Medal (4), Dean's List at UW, HPU & UMGC, Member of National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Leadership: Mentor, professional military education educator
Timeline
Level I Fieldwork- OTA Program
Pima Medical Institute
01.2025 - 04.2025
Health Studies Fieldwork
University of Washington
06.2023 - 08.2023
Training & Development Manager
United States Marine Corps
01.2020 - 10.2020
Operations Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
07.2019 - 01.2020
Nursing Clinical Rotations
Hawai'i Pacific University
08.2016 - 04.2019
Team Lead- Financial Audits & Separation Pay
United States Marine Corps
03.2014 - 08.2016
Contract Payment Certifying Officer
United States Marine Corps
04.2013 - 03.2014
Senior Financial Lead
United States Marine Corps
08.2012 - 04.2013
Finance Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
11.2010 - 08.2012
Regional Operations Coordinator
United States Marine Corps
07.2009 - 11.2010
Pay Processing Specialist
United States Marine Corps
05.2007 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Health Studies
University of Washington, Bothell
BS - Nursing
Hawai'i Pacific University
AS - General Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
Associate of Occupational Science - OTA Program
Pima Medical Institute, Renton
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