Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Fieldwork Experience
Certification
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Sarah Sturm

Easton,PA

Summary

Occupational therapist seeking a full time position in an outpatient clinic with a neurological rehabilitation emphasis that values excellence and opportunities to foster clinical growth for improved patient outcomes. Enthusiastic team player with strong communication skills to learn quickly in fast pace environments.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Occupational Therapist

St Lukes University Health Network
East Stroudsburg, PA
07.2023 - Current
  • Examined, evaluated and treated a variety of geriatric neurological conditions in an outpatient setting.
  • Managed a full caseload of patients including diagnoses of stroke, Parkinson's Disease, cognitive impairment and visual dysfunction.

Occupational Therapist

Ivy Rehab for Kids
Quakertown, PA
02.2023 - 07.2023
  • Examined, evaluated and treated a variety of pediatric diagnoses including Autism, ADHD, developmental delay, feeding concerns, down syndrome and more
  • Educated parents on at home carry over strategies as well as child progress towards goals.

Occupational Therapist

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation
Allentown, PA
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Examined, evaluated and treated a split neuro caseload including visual diagnoses, stroke and spinal cord injuries in an outpatient setting.
  • Participated in updating OT team during meetings regarding new patient evaluations.

Education

Master of Occupational Therapy -

Messiah University
05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Pre-Occupational Therapy

West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA
05.2020

Skills

  • Strong Communicator
  • Problem Solver
  • Internally Motivated
  • Creative
  • Adaptive
  • Active Listener
  • Strong Multitasker

Fieldwork Experience

Occupational Therapy Student 

Fleming Therapy | Stafford, VA | 02/2022-05/2022

  • Evaluated and treated a variety of diagnoses including autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, CP, and feeding/ motor delays from ages birth to 21 using creative and adaptive techniques. Educated patients and family members regarding therapeutic progress/intervention.

Occupational Therapy Student

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation | Allentown, PA | 05/2023-08/2023

  • Evaluated and treated a split neuro caseload including visual diagnoses, stroke and spinal cord injuries. Participated in updating OT team during meetings regarding new patient evaluations. Presented an evidence based article related to neurological intervention specific to stroke patients.

Certification

CPR Certified

Timeline

Occupational Therapist

St Lukes University Health Network
07.2023 - Current

Occupational Therapist

Ivy Rehab for Kids
02.2023 - 07.2023

Occupational Therapist

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation
10.2022 - 06.2023

Master of Occupational Therapy -

Messiah University

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Pre-Occupational Therapy

West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Sarah Sturm