Delivered individualized therapeutic sessions to clients on the spectrum and learning needs to promote functional skill development and behavioral regulation.
Utilized evidence based reinforcement strategies to increase patient independence in self care, communication, and social participation.
Maintained consistent care for the same client over one year period, successfully reaching developmental milestones, including the transition to independent manding and reading.
Provided parent education to ensure interventions are utilized properly with clients outside of sessions.
Physical Therapy Aide
Oc Rehab Physical Therapy
10.2024 - 02.2026
Facilitated efficient patient treatment sessions by preparing treatment areas before scheduled appointments.
Engaged in teamwork and proper collaboration to maintain individualized care plans and patient safety during high volume clinical shifts.
Enhanced patients' experience through building rapport and providing detailed instruction during therapeutic exercise.
Supported physical therapists during initial evaluations by collecting patient information and maintaining accurate documentation of treatment progress.
Worked with patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric
Volunteer
Karate For All
04.2023 - 02.2025
Modified karate techniques to support each child's physical and sensory needs, increasing focus and discipline.
Collaborated with Occupational Therapists to adapt teaching methods and movement based activities to suit each participant's motor skills and confidence.
Maintained patient and effective communication with participants and their families to support a positive learning environment.
Shadowing
Centra Pediatric Therapy
05.2023 - 01.2024
Observed therapeutic interventions during treatment through utilizing interactive play to increase patient participation.
Gained insight into patient assessment, goal progression, and treatment planning through structured observation.
Observed ongoing treatment consistently over 6 months to gain insight on patient's progression and treatment outcome.
Developed professional communication skills by observing interactions among the PTA, PT, patients, and caregivers.
Research Assistant
California State University, Fullerton
04.2023 - 04.2023
Assisted with data collection following established research procedures and safety protocols.
Utilized motion analysis technologies, including ECG monitoring and joint range of motion recording, to observe physiological responses during participants' movement.
Collaborated with the research coordinator to ensure participant understanding of all procedures.