Melanie Benchic, OTD, OTR/L

Student Administrative Assistant

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Yellow Springs, Ohio, United States

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About me
Occupational Therapist
Education
- The Ohio State University
  2009 - 2013
  Bachelor of Science (BS) Allied Health Professions: Health Sciences
- Belmont University
  2013 - 2016
  Doctorate Occupational Therapy
Experience
- Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center-James Cancer Hospital & Solove Research Institute
  Mar 2012 - Aug 2013
  Student Administrative Assistant
  Assisted the program coordinator of oncology nursing administration, unit administrative assistants, and nurse managers with various administrative tasks. Assisted the business administration department with resource analysis and planning.
- Self-Employed
  Sept 2013 - May 2015
  Personal Caregiver
  Provide care services to young woman with cerebral palsy.Complete hygiene, feeding, self-care, and housekeeping tasks including:operating TRAM liftbed mobility and positioning dressing/bathing/feedingdon/doff hand splintsknowledge of mechanics of wheelchairoperate wheelchair lift and accessible van for transportationuse of GO TALK communication device and PECSuse of Mikey button for fluid administrationfacilitate and grade leisure activities
- Grant Medical Center
  May 2015 - Jul 2015
  Level II Fieldwork Student
  Acute care setting in which I developed occupational therapy skills in general medical, trauma, and orthopedic departments. This rotation helped me to further my knowledge of the disease process and allowed for practical application of anatomy and neurology. Skills gained in evaluating and treating adults with medical and functional decline, with specific focus on bed mobility, ADL training, and discharge planning.
- Cleveland Clinic
  Aug 2015 - Nov 2015
  Level II Fieldwork Student
  Outpatient hand therapy clinic setting in which I learned and applied skills related to upper extremity rehabilitation. Worked closely with hand surgeons to problem solve and appropriately evaluate and treat adults in this specialized clinic. Expanded knowledge of common UE disorders/injuries and their related conservative and surgical interventions, UE anatomy/kinesiology, and treatment protocols.
- Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center-James Cancer Hospital & Solove Research Institute
  Jan 2016 - Apr 2016
  OTD Residency Student
  The purpose of my residency is to gain advanced skills in leadership and clinical excellence through advocating for occupational therapy services, with specific focus on “chemobrain” (also termed cancer related cognitive dysfunction) services, aimed at improving the outcomes of clients served at Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center (SSCBC).
- Miami Valley Hospital
  Jul 2016 - now
  Occupational Therapist
- Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center-James Cancer Hospital & Solove Research Institute
  Sept 2018 - now
  Occupational Therapist
Licenses & Certifications
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
  American Heart Association
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Melanie Benchic, OTD, OTR/L
  Representative Assembly Page American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Apr 2015 "The Representative Assembly (RA) consists of elected representatives from each state, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, RA Officials, AOTA Officers, ASD Representative, ASAP Representative, Representative for Internationally Based Practitioners, Consumer Member, OTA Representative, and committee and commission chairs. The RA functions like the U.S. Congress, voting to approve (or disapprove) official documents, motions from the membership and other activities related to professional… Show more "The Representative Assembly (RA) consists of elected representatives from each state, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, RA Officials, AOTA Officers, ASD Representative, ASAP Representative, Representative for Internationally Based Practitioners, Consumer Member, OTA Representative, and committee and commission chairs. The RA functions like the U.S. Congress, voting to approve (or disapprove) official documents, motions from the membership and other activities related to professional standards and policies. Pages are to assist the Sergeant At Arms in the support of the RA and facilitate its smooth operation during the spring meeting which takes place at AOTA’s Annual Conference." Show less
- Awarded to Melanie Benchic, OTD, OTR/L
  Phi Theta Epsilon The American Occupational Therapy Foundation Oct 2014 "Pi Theta Epsilon (PTE) is a specialized honor society for occupational therapy students and alumni. The society recognizes and encourages superior scholarship among students enrolled in professional entry-level programs at accredited educational programs across the United States. The objective of the society, as outlined by the founders of PTE, was to contribute to the advancement of occupational therapy through special projects of its members; to provide a basis for relationship among… Show more "Pi Theta Epsilon (PTE) is a specialized honor society for occupational therapy students and alumni. The society recognizes and encourages superior scholarship among students enrolled in professional entry-level programs at accredited educational programs across the United States. The objective of the society, as outlined by the founders of PTE, was to contribute to the advancement of occupational therapy through special projects of its members; to provide a basis for relationship among accredited programs of occupational therapy; and to work in cooperation with the aims and ideals of other student occupational therapy organizations. At present, the mission of Pi Theta Epsilon is to promote research and scholarship among occupational therapy students. Pi Theta Epsilon supports the development of occupational science and the practice of authentic occupational therapy by promoting research and other scholarly activities of its members. In this way, the organization serves not only the profession but also helps to ensure quality health care services for the general public."(http://www.aotf.org/pithetaepsilon)Top 30% of OTD class eligible to apply to be a member of PTE. Show less
- Awarded to Melanie Benchic, OTD, OTR/L
  Tennessee Occupational Therapy Association Student Scholarship - Sep 2014 Scholarship awarded based upon: academic performance, leadership skills, and professional service.
- Awarded to Melanie Benchic, OTD, OTR/L
  Dean's List - OSU Dean’s List: Winter 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2012, and Spring 2013
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer
  Issued by Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center-James Cancer Hospital & Solove Research Institute on Mar 2010
  Associated with Melanie Benchic, OTD, OTR/L