Acute Care Occupational Therapist

• Nov 2021 - Present

Outpatient Pediatric Occupational Therapist

• Mar 2021 - Oct 2021

o Managed a caseload of 30 children with a variety of diagnoses. o Provided bilingual clinical occupational therapy services, including evaluation, treatment, and home programming in an interdisciplinary setting. o Submitted all documentation and insurance authorization via Rain Tree in a timely manner for a variety of insurances. o Managed a caseload of 30 children with a variety of diagnoses. o Provided bilingual clinical occupational therapy services, including evaluation, treatment, and home programming in an interdisciplinary setting. o Submitted all documentation and insurance authorization via Rain Tree in a timely manner for a variety of insurances.

OT Level II Student, Outpatient Hands

• Oct 2020 - Nov 2020

o Evaluated, assessed, and implemented client-centered, occupation-based interventions for 5-7 adult clients per day with disabilities of the upper extremity at an outpatient hand clinic. o Client ortho and neuro diagnoses: stroke, rheumatoid arthritis, distal radius fracture, and lacerations to hand and fingers. o Fabricated custom orthotics: dorsal blocking splint, resting hand splint. o Performed skilled interventions that utilized PAMs (ultrasound, paraffin wax, electrical stimulation, manual therapy, soft tissue massage, hot/cold packs), scar mobilizations, and patient education. o Provided educational handouts and home exercise programs to ensure progress and carryover. o Completed all documentation on Raintree EMR System. Show less

OT Level II Student, Outpatient Hands

• Aug 2020 - Oct 2020

o Evaluated, assessed, and implemented client-centered, occupation-based interventions for 5-7 adult clients per day with disabilities of the upper extremity, pre- and post-surgery, at an outpatient hand clinic. o Client ortho and neuro diagnoses: carpal tunnel syndrome, Dupytrens, trigger finger, CMC arthroplasty, rheumatoid arthritis, distal radius fracture, nerve impingements, lacerations to hand and fingers, stroke, and tendonitis. o Fabricated custom orthotics: static finger splint, ulnar gutter splint, resting hand splint. o Performed skilled interventions that utilized PAMs (ultrasound, paraffin wax, electrical stimulation, manual therapy, soft tissue massage, hot/cold packs), scar and joint mobilizations, edema reduction techniques, and patient education. o Provided educational handouts and home exercise programs to ensure progress and carryover. Show less

OT Level II Student, Outpatient Peds

• Jan 2020 - Mar 2020

o Evaluated, assessed, and treated 6-8 children per day with various diagnoses, specializing in intensive constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT), which showed consistent improvement in gross motor and fine motor movement of the affected UE and LE. o Client diagnoses: CP, spina bifida, autism spectrum disorder, low vision, strokes, brachial plexus injuries, torticollis, developmental delay, cancer, and TBI. o Participated in a monthly clinic for clients with muscular dystrophy and their caregivers to for assessment and education on how to medically manage neuromuscular diseases. o Fabricated custom full arm casts to be used during CIMT and educated parents on cast use and care. o Created HEPs in Spanish: weight bearing, oral motor/Chewy tube, gross motor, and hand strength. o Completed all EMR documentation on iConnect (goal setting, evaluations, and progress notes) for each client on the caseload. Show less

OT Level I Student

• Dec 2019 - Dec 2019

Developed and led group activities to promote increased independence in self-care, fitness, social participation, and leisure activities through use of games and activities that were appropriate for the elderly population. Developed and led group activities to promote increased independence in self-care, fitness, social participation, and leisure activities through use of games and activities that were appropriate for the elderly population.

OT Level I Student

• Nov 2019 - Dec 2019

Provided individualized treatment for pro-bono clients to facilitate return to independent functioning through use of skilled interventions, modifications, and education. Clients’ diagnoses included lateral epicondylitis and decreased balance. I also assisted with additional fall prevention clinic for elderly clients through vision acuity and contrast testing. Provided individualized treatment for pro-bono clients to facilitate return to independent functioning through use of skilled interventions, modifications, and education. Clients’ diagnoses included lateral epicondylitis and decreased balance. I also assisted with additional fall prevention clinic for elderly clients through vision acuity and contrast testing.

OT Level I Student

• Jul 2019 - Aug 2019

Assessed and treated children with minimal to severe difficulty participating in school-related tasks. I also developed client-centered treatment plans to improve gross motor skills, fine motor skills, and behavior. Assessed and treated children with minimal to severe difficulty participating in school-related tasks. I also developed client-centered treatment plans to improve gross motor skills, fine motor skills, and behavior.

Research Associate

• May 2017 - May 2018

Edited financial documents for grammar, punctuation, cohesion, and flow, as well as communicate with clients through timely and precise emails. Edited financial documents for grammar, punctuation, cohesion, and flow, as well as communicate with clients through timely and precise emails.

Language Immersion Camp Counselor

• Dec 2016 - Jan 2017

I prepared dynamic activities to support high school student's curriculum to learn English through song, dance, games, and practical speaking activities. I prepared dynamic activities to support high school student's curriculum to learn English through song, dance, games, and practical speaking activities.

Professor of English

• Mar 2016 - Dec 2016

I worked with university students with basic to advanced levels of English, implemented a free conversation class for students twice a week, and created engaging lesson materials. I worked with university students with basic to advanced levels of English, implemented a free conversation class for students twice a week, and created engaging lesson materials.

Occupational Therapy/Teaching Fellow

• Sep 2013 - Jul 2014

I provided 1:1 instruction to students ages 3-9 with autism using the principles of applied behavior analysis. Additionally, I assisted the occupational therapists in practicing personal hygiene, handwriting, and communication skills with the young students, promoting skill independence to increase learning opportunities. Working within a classroom of children with various needs required me to manage challenging behaviors and remain flexible and calm. I also collected data accurately and performed error correction procedures accurately to better implement behavior support plans and track each learner's progress. Show less

Orthopedic Fellow

• Sep 2013 - Jul 2014

I assisted occupational therapists in helping patients with new knee and hip replacements develop ans regain important skills necessary for independent functioning, health, and well-being. I also assisted and evaluated patient's physical function and cognitive factors that could potentially impact their daily activities to improve therapy plans. Educated patients on adaptive equipment as part of discharge to increase functional independence and safety at home. I assisted occupational therapists in helping patients with new knee and hip replacements develop ans regain important skills necessary for independent functioning, health, and well-being. I also assisted and evaluated patient's physical function and cognitive factors that could potentially impact their daily activities to improve therapy plans. Educated patients on adaptive equipment as part of discharge to increase functional independence and safety at home.

Hippotherapy OT Student

• Jan 2013 - May 2013

Partnered with occupational, physical, and speech therapists in leading equine hippotherapy sessions for children and adults with disabilities, providing relief and increasing functional mobility. Partnered with occupational, physical, and speech therapists in leading equine hippotherapy sessions for children and adults with disabilities, providing relief and increasing functional mobility.

Resident Assistant (RA), Student Ambassador, Student Researcher

• Aug 2009 - May 2013

Student Researcher, Education Department •Accurately edited and proofread material to publish a professor's book on teacher education . •Catalogued all citations and articles that were included in publishing of the final work. Student Athletic Trainer, Athletic Department •Assisted with preventative taping/bracing, as well as rehabilitation of student-athletes, during games and practices. •Helped lead the football team to win the Midwest Conference Championship in 2013. Student Ambassador, Admissions Department •Chosen by the College to provide informative and fun tours to prospective students and families. •Expanded the College community and built relationships between students for 4 consecutive years. Resident Assistant (RA), Office of Residence Life •Developed the community by creating programs designed to meet the needs of the residents. •Connected residents to other resources and promoted a positive Lake Forest College experience. •Coordinated with other hall staff to facilitate safety and enforce policy. Show less

OT Student Intern

• Aug 2012 - Dec 2012

As an intern, my primary responsibility was to collaborate with occupational therapists in providing individualized therapy to residents in both group and individuals settings. I also supported adults’ behavioral needs by promoting the development of adaptive behavior techniques, inspiring and encouraging them to have be positive, share their gifts, and live independently. As an intern, my primary responsibility was to collaborate with occupational therapists in providing individualized therapy to residents in both group and individuals settings. I also supported adults’ behavioral needs by promoting the development of adaptive behavior techniques, inspiring and encouraging them to have be positive, share their gifts, and live independently.

Camp Counselor for Children with Special Needs

• May 2012 - Aug 2012

o Implemented behavioral therapy principles used in the Multimodal Treatment Study of ADHD, focusing on social rewards and positive reinforcement through sports and recreation for children ages 5-13. o Led activities and collaborated with a wide team of professionals to enhance self-esteem and increase athletic ability in children with ADHD, ODD, autism-spectrum disorders, and other behavioral and emotional disorders. o Provided behavior modification through a point system, individualized plans, and social skills training; Educated parents to increase carryover with behavioral management at home. o Tracked and assessed children’s daily progress and adapted to a constantly changing environment with a myriad of challenges. Show less

Patient Transporter

• Aug 2005 - Mar 2010

I transported patients and materials throughout the hospital and was responsible for timely transport and patient satisfaction. I transported patients and materials throughout the hospital and was responsible for timely transport and patient satisfaction.