Experience

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  Penn state university

  Jan 2019 - May 2020

  - Assists in the Exercise Prescription Research Laboratory at Penn State University that is conducting research on individuals with a sedentary lifestyle. - Take these said individuals through specific exercises to test their heart rate, sweat excretion and body temperature. - Help record and develop an app that is based on workout programs specific to women with breast cancer. - Selected to be a University Learning Assistant (ULA) for Kinesiology 202, an anatomy cadaver lab. - Met with students once a week and taught them the human anatomy on cadavers and models.

  • Laboratory Research Assistant

    Jan 2020 - May 2020

  • Pennsylvania State University Learning Assistant

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
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  The ridge at back brook country club

  May 2019 - Aug 2021

  Banquet server, waitress

  - Provide excellent customer service: work with restaurant staff an ensure that customers are taken care of and delivered food and beverage to any table as needed in a timely manner

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  Comprehensive medical care

  Jun 2020 - Aug 2020

  Comprehensive medical care - occupational therapy volunteer

  - Diligently shadowed an occupational therapist working with adults and geriatrics at a rehabilitation clinic - Assisted the therapist by supporting each patient through their exercises to ensure their stability and safety - Developed an understanding for the insurance paperwork and notes associated with occupational therapy

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  Ivy res

  Aug 2020 - Aug 2020

  Ivy rehab physical therapy - occupational therapy volunteer

  -Witnessed occupational therapy sessions with several adult and geriatric patients varying in degree of capability - Assisted therapist when appropriate by cleaning equipment and participating in sessions - Consistently interacted with patients to assist with their engagement in their therapy program

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  Westfield public schools

  Sept 2020 - Dec 2020

  Westfield public school district - occupational therapy volunteer

  - Actively viewing virtual occupational therapy sessions between an occupational therapist and students in middle and high school with varying disabilities and needs, every week - Observing educationally based therapy that works on strengthening the students' life skills, handwriting, typing, academics and other fine motor skills

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  Holly ridge center

  Oct 2020 - Dec 2020

  Holly ridge center - early intervention occupational therapy volunteer

  - Attended Zoom occupational therapy appointments through an Early Intervention Provider Agency between occupational therapists, caregivers, and infants

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  Hillsborough township nj

  Nov 2020 - May 2021

  Covid-19 case investigator/contact tracer

  - Communicated with individuals who had a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 to gather symptoms and activity history, as well as a list of close contacts while infectious - Acted as a primary person to follow up with those who have been exposed to COVID-19 and provide health education recourses and advice to prevent disease transmission

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  Salus university occupational therapy institute

  Feb 2022 - Mar 2022

  Level 1a fieldwork student in outpatient pro-bono clinic

  - Engaged in sessions with patients diagnosed with cerebral vascular accident (CVA) and motor planning disorder - Lead an intervention session and created an individualized intervention for a client; intervention was posted on the public OTI website on May 18, 2022 - Administered the DAY-C to an infant at the Breast Feeding Resource Center (BRC)

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  Developmental fitness co

  Apr 2022 - Jan 2023

  Therapeutic fitness trainer

  - Created exercise programs for clients with developmental disabilities to facilitate individualized goals such as weight loss, improving cardiovascular endurance and increasing overall strength - Motivated clients to attain their personal goals through modifying fitness plans and providing positive feedback - Developed strong client-trainer relationships with a collaborative and caring approach - Completed monthly progress reports for each client identifying current exercise program and client progress Show less

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  Ivy rehab physical therapy

  Jun 2022 - Jun 2022

  Level 1b fieldwork student in outpatient hand therapy

  - Interacted with patients referred by physician for common upper extremity conditions including: cubital tunnel syndrome, distal radius fracture, trigger finger, proximal row carpectomy, CMC arthroplasty, etc. - Performed dynamometry and developed interventions for clients - Administered Focus on Therapeutic Outcomes (FOTO) to patient during an initial evaluation - Fabricated adaptive equipment out of orthotic material for client

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  Advantage therapy centers

  Oct 2022 - Oct 2022

  Level 1c fieldwork student in outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation

  - Engaged in sessions with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, interstitial lung disease, post COVID-19 condition, and pulmonary fibrosis

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  Christianacare

  Jan 2023 - Mar 2023

  Level 2a fieldwork student in acute care

  - Evaluated and treated a wide range of patients on the cardiac, medical-surgical, family medicine, intensive care, step down, joint replacement center, and acute care for the elderly unit- Collaborated closely with the other members of the interdisciplinary team to establish the best plan of care and discharge recommendations for each patient on caseload - Developed and presented a resource binder and presentation titled “Caring for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in the Hospital Setting” to the OT staff based on current literature - Supported patients, caregivers and families by providing them with education on discharge, durable medical equipment and adaptive equipment recommendations to facilitate the safest transition out of the hospital - Proficient in Power Chart documentation system Show less

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  Novacare rehabilitation

  Apr 2023 - Jun 2023

  Level 2b fieldwork student in outpatient hand therapy

  - Evaluated and treated individuals with elbow, wrist and hand diagnoses in a moderate to fast paced environment - Performed manual edema mobilization (MEM), passive and active assisted range of motion, therapeutic ultrasound and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) to clients - Fabricated twenty types of orthoses on supervisor in order to achieve entry-level competence - Developed and organized an individualized plan of care through collaboration with each client to ensure goals focused on their meaningful occupations while also focusing on the rehabilitation goals of their diagnosis Show less

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  Hunterdon health

  Oct 2023 - now

  Occupational therapist

  - Effectively manages a caseload of 35-40 patients in a fast paced outpatient setting seeing 15-20 patients per day - Evaluates and implements evidence-based treatment programs for orthopedic conditions from chronic to post-surgical diagnoses utilizing orthotic fabrication, manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education and adaptive equipment - Provides specialized care for patients with neurological conditions including TBI, stroke, fibromyalgia, MS and CP while utilizing techniques such as cognitive rehabilitation, sensory integration and adaptive strategies - Supervised, mentored and evaluated two Level 1 occupational therapy students, providing guidance on the responsibilities of an OT in the outpatient setting Show less