Savia saffo
Farmington hills
Summary
Motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapy student with practical experience working in both clinical and hospital settings.
Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, promoting functional independence, and tailoring therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of each client. Passionate about supporting meaningful participation, improving quality of life, and integrating evidence-based, client-centered practice.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Patient Transporter
Henry Ford Hospital
Farmington hills
07.2024 - Current
- Transported patients safely to various departments within the hospital.
- Followed safety protocols during patient handling and transportation processes.
- Monitored patient comfort during transport to enhance overall experience.
- Followed all safety guidelines while transporting patients in a wheelchair or bed.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care needs.
- Assisted nurses with patient transfers, using proper body mechanics and safety measures.
- Responded promptly and appropriately to requests for assistance from hospital staff.
- Checked all medical documents for accuracy prior to transporting patients.
- Assisted patients with entering and exiting vehicles, and transferring from or to wheelchairs or stretchers.
- Ensured patients' comfort by providing blankets, pillows, water, and other necessary items.
- Recorded accurate times of departure and arrival on log sheets.
- Monitored vital signs during transport when required by the facility or physician orders.
Level 1 Psychosocial Fieldwork Student
Michigan Parkinson Foundation
Bingham Farms
09.2025 - 10.2025
- Participated in a community-based psychosocial setting serving individuals living with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners.
- Assisted in development of an educational helpline resource to support clients seeking information, referrals, and strategies for managing Parkinson’s symptoms in daily life.
- Engaged in client-centered discussions related to coping, emotional support needs, community resources, and quality-of-life considerations.
- Contributed to creation of “Parkinson’s Hacks” informational materials designed to promote functional participation, safety, and independence in everyday routines.
- Contributed to the creation of “Parkinson’s Hacks” informational materials designed to promote functional participation, safety, and independence in everyday routines. performance.
Level 1 Pediatric Fieldwork
MetroEHS
Bloomfield Hills
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Observed and assisted occupational therapy sessions in an outpatient pediatric private clinic setting.
- Gained experience working with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, fine motor delays, ADHD, sensory processing differences, and handwriting challenges.
- Supported therapeutic activities targeting play skills, fine and gross motor coordination, visual-motor integration, and sensory regulation strategies.
- Assisted with activity set-up, material preparation, and therapeutic follow-through to promote engagement and participation.
- Collaborated with supervising OTR to discuss treatment planning, documentation elements, and child-led, family-centered approaches to care.
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Beaumont Farmington Hills
Farmington Hills
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Gathered information through participant observation techniques.
- Shadowed fully qualified professionals to gain a deep understanding of assessment, intervention,communication, and consultation processes.
- Studied regularly to stay current on terminology and treatment strategies.
- Built strong, lasting relationships with clients by utilizing active listening, effective communication, attitude, and dynamic interpersonal skills.
- Observed and documented patients' progress, attitude and behavior to maintain client records.
- Used therapeutic exercises and activities to improve strength, endurance and range of motion in patients.
- intervention, communication,Worked with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive treatment and support.
Education
General Science - Pre-Occupational Therapy
Baker College
Muskegon, MI05-2024
Master Of Science (M.S) Expected June 2026 - Master of Occupational Therapy
Baker College
Royal OakSkills
- Patient safety
- Patient transfer techniques
- Active listening
- Staff coordination
- Cultural sensitivity
- Patient-transport equipment
- Patient transportation
- Bedside manner
- Medical terminology
- Empathy and Understanding
- Manual muscle testing
- Range of motion testing
Languages
English
Professional
Aramaic
Professional
Accomplishments
Deans list
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Level 1 Psychosocial Fieldwork Student
Michigan Parkinson Foundation
09.2025 - 10.2025
Level 1 Pediatric Fieldwork
MetroEHS
06.2025 - 07.2025
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Beaumont Farmington Hills
01.2025 - 04.2025
Patient Transporter
Henry Ford Hospital
07.2024 - Current
General Science - Pre-Occupational Therapy
Baker College
Master Of Science (M.S) Expected June 2026 - Master of Occupational Therapy
Baker College