A highly motivated and newly qualified Occupational Therapist eager to launch a fulfilling career with Bermuda Hospital Boards. Bringing experience in acute care, stroke rehabilitation and mental health support, I am committed to continuous learning and professional growth. With a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills and adept in building therapeutic connections, I am poised to contribute effectively to the Healthcare in Bermuda. Currently in the process of obtaining registration as an HCPC Occupational Therapist in England, I am prepared to transition seamlessly as an Allied Health professional in Bermuda upon completion.
Work History
Student Occupational Therapist
Leeds General Infirmary- Major Trauma Ward
Provided therapy to individuals experiencing polytrauma, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), and amputations
Managed caseload of approximately 3 patients, employing organizational skills to plan, prioritize, and execute interventions
Collaborated with patients from initial assessment through to discharge planning, utilizing clinical reasoning to adjust interventions as needed
Demonstrated proficiency in bed to chair transfers, chair to toilet transfers and conducted wheelchair assessments and education
Conducted head injury assessments and appropriate interventions
Facilitated equipment orders to support patient rehabilitation and mobility
Cultivated strong rapport and trust with patients, fostering cooperation and engagement in therapy sessions
Maintained accurate and comprehensive documentation following each patient interaction, ensuring clarity and continuity of care
Communicated efficiently with colleagues and wider team members, actively participating in patient handovers to relay important updates and ensure continuity of care.
Student Occupational Therapist
St Mary's hospital- Community Stroke Team
Expanded knowledge on a wide range of stroke rehabilitation interventions including theraputty, upper limb rehab programs, fatigue management, and cognitive assessments
Led joint sessions with senior occupational therapists to create continuous intervention plans, adjusting them based on clinical reasoning
Conducted initial assessments, Rookwood driving assessments, and goal setting sessions with stroke patients
Shadowed various members of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) such as speech therapists, physiotherapists, and physiologists for comprehensive understanding of stroke rehabilitation
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills by treating clients with respect and employing a holistic approach to community-based care
Adhered to professional and ethical standards while interacting with patients
Maintained high standards of documentation for patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and intervention planning
Adapted communication styles to effectively convey information to patients with communication difficulties
Communicated clearly and concisely with patients, staff, and caregivers through face-to-face interactions, email, and team communication platforms.
Student Occupational Therapist
Asket House Inpatient Mental Health Hospital
06.2022
Worked closely with individuals diagnosed with a variety of mental disorders including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, anxiety and depression
Collaboratively completed initial assessments and kitchen assessments
Jointly devised intervention plans and implemented interventions including routine building, personal care interventions, and recovery through activity interventions
Jointly planned and facilitated a recovery through activity group session to support clients in their rehabilitation journey
Maintained accurate documentation within the service's processes
Demonstrated kindness, compassion, and a therapeutic use of self in interactions with service users
Exhibited strong interpersonal skills, adapting communication appropriately
Demonstrated self-directed learning and effective time management skills while responding well to direction provided.
Covid-19 Testing Team
Ministry of Health, Bermuda
Performed nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal swabs for PCR testing on at presumed positive patients, travelers, and the community of Bermuda
Collected blood samples for antibody testing
Collected nasal or oral specimens for antigen testing
Trained several colleagues on appropriate techniques for sample collection, as well as proper personal protective equipment usage
Managed testing site as lead swabber on duty and used problem solving skills to handle unpredicted situations
Used empathy while communicating with distressed patients to coach them through getting tested for Covid-19
Demonstrated excellent patient interaction skills to insure individuals were comfortable during the test collecting procedure.
Education
MSc Pre-Registration Occupational Therapy -
Leeds Beckett University
07.2024
BSc of Science- Health Science -
Johnson & Wales University
12.2020
Associate of Arts -
Bermuda College
12.2018
Skills
Direct Patient Care
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Accomplishments Honors
Graduated Summa Cum Laude from JWU (4.0 GPA) – May 2020
Member of Alpha Beta Kappa Honor Society – May 2020
Scholarship recipient for scholastic achievement – July 2019
Netball captain of Storm – 2016-2018
Raleigh Bermuda mentor- 2017-2018
Featured write in Your Future Magazine 2016 edition
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