Occupational Therapist

• Oct 2022 - Present

In this role, I perform clinical and post-surgical assessments with clients who have experienced musculoskeletal upper extremity and hand-specific injuries while at work. I work collaboratively with orthopedic surgeons, plastic surgeons, physiotherapists, and registered kinesiologists to inform diagnosis and decide upon care plans. I also now provide physical rehabilitation of hand and upper limb conditions through WSIB and private funding streams. This includes non-operative clientele. Inventions include custom splinting, AROM/PROM, desensitization, wound care, and more.Altum Health is located within Toronto Western Hospital in downtown Toronto. Show less

Occupational Therapist

• Oct 2021 - Oct 2022

MScOT Student on Clinical Placement

• Jun 2021 - Oct 2021

At Altum, I trained to work collaboratively with orthopaedic & plastic surgeons, physiotherapists, and registered kinesiologists in both the clinical/post-surgical assessment of musculoskeletal upper extremity and hand specific injuries as well as post-surgical/sub-acute hand therapy and treatment of upper extremity injuries and conditions. I became proficient in relevant outcome measures, upper extremity special tests, goniometry, grip & pinch strength testing, Semmes-Weinstein monofilament testing, 2-point discrimination testing and subjective information gathering. I also trained in providing treatment interventions to clients including custom orthosis fabrication, tendon gliding, nerve gliding, PROM movements, wound care, massage, paraffin wax, fine motor training and strengthening exercises. I also learned to navigate WSIB’s comprehensive filing procedures together with UHN’s internal computer systems. Show less

Independent Consultant

• Mar 2023 - Present

In this role, I perform in-home Occupational Therapy assessments for Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) related insurance claims as an independent assessor. I perform this work in conjunction with Axia Health, a division of North York General Hospital. I provide assessment services related to the non-earner benefit, medical and rehabilitation benefits, attendant care benefits and catastrophic impairment determinations. In this role, I perform in-home Occupational Therapy assessments for Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) related insurance claims as an independent assessor. I perform this work in conjunction with Axia Health, a division of North York General Hospital. I provide assessment services related to the non-earner benefit, medical and rehabilitation benefits, attendant care benefits and catastrophic impairment determinations.

MScOT Student on Clinical Placement

• Apr 2021 - Jun 2021

At NeuroChangers, I established a role for Occupational Therapy within a practice that specializes in the rehabilitation of complex neurological and orthopedic injuries and illnesses during a 10-week “LEAP” placement. During my time here, I effectively managed a full client caseload and provided direct client care through the scope of an Occupational Therapist to help shape a meaningful role within the practice. I trained to independently implement numerous interventions including ADL-specific strategies, adaptive equipment recommendations, wheelchair assessments, cognitive & perceptual rehabilitation, upper extremity rehabilitation and mental health supports. At the end of the placement, I presented the responsibilities included within the role to the NeuroChangers’ managerial team upon the placement’s completion which led to the development of a paid position. Show less

MScOT Student on Clinical Placement

• Jan 2021 - Apr 2021

At Ellen Yack & Associates, I trained in the paediatric Occupational Therapist’s role within early autism intervention, fine & gross motor skills, oral motor feeding skills, socialization, and mental health support. I utilized and individually performed common Occupational Therapy rapport-building strategies, assessments, interventions and documentation within this role. I increased my knowledge of numerous conditions including ASD, ADHD, self-regulation disorders, mental health issues, DCD, cerebral palsy, handwriting, dyspraxia, SPD, and more. Show less

MScOT Student on Clinical Placement

• Oct 2019 - Oct 2019

At Sunnybrook, I learned and observed the responsibilities of Occupational Therapists in multiple roles over a 2-week period at one of Toronto’s top orthopedic and arthritic hospitals. I also learned from Occupational Therapists in the working conditioning program, post-op hip and knee replacement discharge assessment, Wheel-Trans assessments and pre-op education and planning. At Sunnybrook, I learned and observed the responsibilities of Occupational Therapists in multiple roles over a 2-week period at one of Toronto’s top orthopedic and arthritic hospitals. I also learned from Occupational Therapists in the working conditioning program, post-op hip and knee replacement discharge assessment, Wheel-Trans assessments and pre-op education and planning.

Developmental Support Worker

• Jan 2019 - Oct 2019

Developmental Support Worker

• Mar 2018 - Sep 2018

Member of Queen's Gaels Football Club

• Aug 2013 - Apr 2018

Doorman/Security Guard

• Sep 2016 - Mar 2018

Core Power Campus Creator

• Aug 2017 - Jan 2018