Maria Cain
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional transitioning into a UX Research role with a strong background in human factors and qualitative research. Diverse experience with research methodologies, ethics, conducting participant interviews, and qualitative data analysis within the health and wellness industries.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Sunnybrook Rehabilitation, Ageility
01.2022 - Current
- Successfully implements both standardized and non-standardized outcome assessments to measure and interpret the level of therapeutic progress for over 50 patients across long-term care and assisted-living facilities
- Supervises a team of occupational therapy assistants, providing guidance and constructive feedback to ensure team collaboration to maximize quality care
- Utilizes peer-reviewed data to ensure all therapeutic interventions were evidence-based and client-centered
- Leads numerous staff development training, resulting in a 50% increase in nursing staff participation in functional maintenance programs for patients
- Utilizes EMR systems to provide accurate and thorough documentation, effectively communicating crucial information regarding patients' care to the wider interdisciplinary team, resulting in improved patient outcomes
Health Coach Level II & OT SME
Noom
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Successfully created and pitched health promotion articles to various media outlets, increasing public awareness and understanding of occupational therapy and its benefits.
- Utilized motivational interviewing, behavior change intervention, active listening, and client education to assist over 500 clients in creating sustainable healthy habits
- Collaborated with clients to help them set short and long term SMART goals in the areas of lifestyle, nutrition, exercise, and mental health, resulting in a 70% success rate in achieving set goals
Occupational Therapist, Researcher
Cambridge University Hospital
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Conducted literature review on rheumatic health studies and designed the therapy department's first group therapy program for patient's with osteoarthritis
- Initiated staff research focus group “The Occupational Therapist's Role in Social Prescribing” with organized monthly meetings and journal reviews to increase evidence-based care and improve staff development
- Provided a combination of physical, motor and cognitive therapies and retraining to improve patients' quality of life
Research Associate
University Of Plymouth
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Conducted literature and systematic reviews for multiple research projects in the field of Dementia Friendly Flying
- Conducted user research using a variety of methods including interviews, surveys, and focus groups to gather feedback on services and experiences of employees within the aviation industry
- Collected and processed qualitative data using software such as NVivo
- Analyzed and synthesized qualitative data using thematic analysis to identify participant needs and pain points and highlight recommendations for service improvement
- Communicated research findings and recommendations to stakeholders and government programs including the Prime Minister's Challenge Group on Dementia 2020 at the Houses of Parliament (UK)
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Plymouth
Plymouth, United Kingdom09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05.2016
Skills
- Case Management
- Qualitative Analysis
- Behavioral Psychology
- Research Methods & Design
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Sunnybrook Rehabilitation, Ageility
01.2022 - Current
Health Coach Level II & OT SME
Noom
11.2020 - 12.2021
Occupational Therapist, Researcher
Cambridge University Hospital
10.2018 - 05.2020
Research Associate
University Of Plymouth
09.2016 - 09.2018
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Plymouth
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Appalachian State University
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