Suzanne Paul
Summary
Occupational Therapist with experience across the lifespan, including pediatrics, physical disabilities, geriatrics, and mental health. Prior experience in management and customer service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Inpatient Acute Care Fieldwork Level II Intern
Mercy San Juan Medical Center – Dignity Health
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed evaluations, goal planning, discharge planning, and legal documentation
- Treated patients with conditions including knee and hip surgeries, joint replacements, traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury (SCI), dementia, myocardial infarction, limb amputations, and spinal surgery
- Provided care for patients in isolation and those not medically stable, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective treatment
Outpatient Pediatrics / Hippotherapy Fieldwork Level II Intern
Highest Potential Occupational Therapy
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Led 50-minute sessions split between the therapy gym and horseback, targeting physical and emotional goals
- Treated children with spina bifida, Fragile X syndrome, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), dyslexia, ADHD, cerebral palsy, POTS, and oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)
- Independently planned and executed treatment sessions based on individualized goals
- Completed all documentation and collaborated with supervising therapists
Community-Based OT Workshop, Grace Community Center
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Led an ADL and IADL skills workshop for adults with mental health conditions as part of San Jose State University programming
San Jose State University OT Geriatrics Clinic
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Worked one-on-one and led group sessions with older adults to promote aging in place and quality of life by addressing physical limitations, psychosocial needs, and wellness through interventions focused on daily living, social participation, and self-esteem
Watsonville School District – School-Based OT Fieldwork Level I
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Supported students' participation in school routines by addressing fine motor skills, self-regulation, sensory processing, and access to learning materials
Site Manager – COVID-19 Testing, Mako Medical
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Led staff and National Guard team at drive-up site, trained staff, ensured compliance
Assistant Manager – Keystone Logo Store
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Hired/trained staff, managed inventory and sales at ski resort retail location
Store Manager – Shirt Off My Back
04.2016 - 07.2019
- Managed 15 employees, coordinated operations across three resort locations
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy -
San Jose State University
01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Santa Cruz
01.2013
Timeline
Inpatient Acute Care Fieldwork Level II Intern
Mercy San Juan Medical Center – Dignity Health
09.2024 - 12.2024
Outpatient Pediatrics / Hippotherapy Fieldwork Level II Intern
Highest Potential Occupational Therapy
07.2024 - 09.2024
Community-Based OT Workshop, Grace Community Center
01.2024 - 01.2024
San Jose State University OT Geriatrics Clinic
01.2023 - 01.2023
Watsonville School District – School-Based OT Fieldwork Level I
01.2022 - 01.2022
Site Manager – COVID-19 Testing, Mako Medical
12.2021 - 06.2022
Assistant Manager – Keystone Logo Store
10.2019 - 03.2021
Store Manager – Shirt Off My Back
04.2016 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Santa Cruz
Master of Occupational Therapy -
San Jose State University
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