Kyle Walter

Kyle Walter

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Occupational Therapy Student at Stony Brook University

  • Education

    • Stony Brook University

      2020 - 2023
      Master's of Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapy/Therapist 3.79
    • Stony Brook University

      2016 - 2020
      Bachelor's degree Coastal Environmental Science 3.43

      Activities and Societies: Research Assistant, Resident Assistant, Orientation Leader

  • Experience

    • Stony Brook University

      May 2017 - Aug 2018

      • Participated in six trainings on how to be an effective supervisor• Designed an interview procedure which was used to hire 50 Orientation Leaders• Conducted interviews to hire 50 Orientation Leaders• Served as an immediate resource and supervisor of eight assigned Orientation Leaders• Resolved conflicts with assigned Orientation Leaders and surrounding Orientation Leaders • Lead discussions that informed approximately 10,000 students about how to be successful at Stony Brook, gender awareness, and other New York State requirements• Educated incoming students about Stony Brook’s graduation requirements and guided them through the creation of their schedule• Conducted approximately 50 tours of Stony Brook University• Trained extensively on customer service via six weeks of informational sessions and practice situations

      • Orientation Team Leader

        May 2018 - Aug 2018
      • Orientation Leader

        May 2017 - Aug 2018
    • Stony Brook University College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

      Jan 2019 - Mar 2020
      Office Assistant

      • Organized and entered student information into a database so that they can be seen by an advisor• Addressed concerns of students by either resolving the conflict or directing them to the appropriate resource• Answered phone calls in a professional manner and provided answers when possible or transferred calls when necessary

    • Stony Brook University

      Jan 2019 - now

      • Maintained the safety and the general welfare of 40 residents by conducting Health and Safety searches every month• Served as an immediate point of contact for 40 residents • Developed and organized programs that aimed to educate residents in the fields of diversity, physical health, mental health, professionalism, and community building• Served as the liaison for the building’s student government, helped supervise their success, and addressed any of their concerns• Mediated and guided conflict resolution with residents on the floor Show less

      • Resident Assistant

        Jan 2018 - now
      • Research Assistant

        Jan 2019 - Dec 2019
      • GeoMentor Internship

        Jan 2019 - May 2019
    • Professional Physical Therapy

      Mar 2022 - May 2022
      Fieldwork Level IIA- Hand Therapy

      • Evaluated and treated a variety of conditions including fractures, tendon injuries, nerve injuries, and post-operative conditions• Planned and executed individualized treatment sessions to restore, maintain, and improve physical abilities and facilitate the patient’s highest level of independence.• Maintained a productivity rate of 100% by the end date of fieldwork Level IIA• Utilized modalities such as ultrasound, neuromuscular electrical stimulation, paraffin, and heat/cold therapy to facilitate healing and pain relief• Educated patients on home exercise programs, joint protection techniques, desensitization, and pain management techniques to facilitate healing and relieving pain• Implemented therapeutic interventions which included custom splinting, soft tissue mobilization, neuromuscular reeducation, muscle strengthening, passive and active range of motions• Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patients' progress notes, treatment goals, and discharge planning Show less

    • Fulton Commons Care Ctr LLC

      Aug 2022 - Nov 2022
      Level IIB Fieldwork- Rehabilitation/Long-term Care Center

      • Evaluated and treated a variety of conditions including: CVA, Pneumonia, Dementia, Parkinson’s disease, Hip Replacement, General Muscle Weakness, and Neurodegenerative Conditions• Provided education and support to patients, families, and caregivers on home modifications, exercise programs, and adaptive techniques.• Instructed and demonstrated proper use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications to maximize patients’ safety and independence• Planned and executed individualized treatment sessions to restore, maintain, and improve physical abilities and facilitate the patient’s highest level of independence.• Implement therapeutic interventions, including functional mobility training, joint protection, pain management, and cognitive retraining• Maintained a productivity rate of 100% • Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patients' progress notes, treatment goals, and discharge planning Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • CPR/AED/First Aid

      National CPR Foundation
      Jan 2022
    • Certified dementia Practicitioner

      National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP)
      May 2024
    • Human Research & Responsible Conduct of Research

      CITI Program
      Jan 2021
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Kyle Walter
      Evan R. Liblit Memorial Scholarship - 2019
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Assistant Coach

      Issued by Just for Kicks on Jan 2017
      Just for KicksAssociated with Kyle Walter
    • Volunteer

      Issued by NYT Sensory Gym & Speech and Language Center on Jan 2017
      NYT Sensory Gym & Speech and Language CenterAssociated with Kyle Walter
    • Camp Counselor

      Issued by Camp Kesem at Stony Brook University on Jan 2018
      Camp Kesem at Stony Brook UniversityAssociated with Kyle Walter