Emily Higdon
Summary
Organized and committed Doctor of Occupational Therapy student with clinical experience in acute care and outpatient pediatric setting seeking entry-level employment to continue growth and development of skills in the field of occupational therapy. Eager to learn and gain experience with a drive to be successful.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Level 2 Fieldwork Rotation: Acute Care
Strive Rehabilitation
Ocala, FL
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Evaluated and treated adults with varying medical conditions, injuries, and medical complexity levels.
- Provided education to patients after orthopedic procedures including environmental modifications, movement precautions, adaptive equipment.
- Created discharge plans for patients after their hospital admissions.
Level 2 Fieldwork Rotation: Outpatient Pediatrics
First steps therapy
Eustis, FL
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Treated and evaluated children with varying diagnoses from the ages of 1-year-old to 21-years-old.
- Completed standardized assessments during evaluation sessions.
- Created treatment interventions for varying ages and diagnoses.
Rehab Tech
North Florida Regional Medical Center
Gainesville, FL
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Assisted occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech therapists with the treatment and evaluation sessions of the patients on their daily schedules.
- Supported the interdisciplinary team by managing patients on the Rehab Services caseload through consultations and discharges.
- Managed supply stock of rehab equipment and wound care supplies including, wound vacs, specialty hospital beds, and wound care medical supplies.
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Saint Augustine, FL04-2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05-2020
Associate of Arts - Health Sciences
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL05-2018
Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Communication with others among all ages
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
Certification
- BLS provider (CPR and AED) through the American Heart Association. Issued:8/2022; Expires:8/2024
Timeline
Level 2 Fieldwork Rotation: Acute Care
Strive Rehabilitation
05.2023 - 07.2023
Level 2 Fieldwork Rotation: Outpatient Pediatrics
First steps therapy
01.2023 - 03.2023
Rehab Tech
North Florida Regional Medical Center
08.2020 - 06.2022
Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Florida
Associate of Arts - Health Sciences
Santa Fe College
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