EDUCATION Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, Harrisville, PA Doctor of Occupational Therapy Expected Graduation: May 2024
PennWest University: Clarion, Clarion, PA
Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation and Human Services May 2021 Concentration: Pre-Occupational Therapy with Physical and Psychosocial Disabilities Graduated Summa Cum Laude; Dean’s List 6 Semesters Minor in Psychology
FIELDWORK OR CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Concordia Lutheran Ministries, Cabot, PA September – December 2023 Level II Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student • Evaluated and treated patient populations in a skilled setting with focus on co-treatment, group intervention, and client-centered care • Gained experience with documentation utilizing NetHealth (Rehab Optima) and Point Click Care
Butler Memorial Hospital, Butler, PA May – August 2023
Level II Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student • Gained experience evaluating and treating various patient populations, including those with cardiac, orthopedic, general medical, and neurological conditions • Completed effective documentation utilizing Meditech Expanse
Sugar Creek Station: Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation, Franklin, PA February – May 2023 Level I Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student • Developed skills in standardized assessment and evaluation while working with geriatric and medically complex patient populations Treehouse Speech and Rehabilitation, Ellwood City, PA August – September 2022 Level I Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student • Collaborated with speech language pathologists and occupational therapy practitioners while working with pediatric clients in an outpatient setting
Glade Run Lutheran Services: Transitions Program, Zelienople, PA February – May 2022 Level I Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student • Promoted safety and functional independence by providing supervision, in collaboration with professional staff, for 14 students with intellectual disabilities • Improved safety awareness, executive functioning, and social participation by planning and implementing activities and interventions for clients
RELATED EXPERIENCE Slippery Rock University OTD Program, Harrisville, PA January – May 2024 Capstone Student • Developed educational modules for OTD students within the program on advanced clinical topics • Expanded knowledge of advanced clinical topics through collaboration with experts in the field CORE Psychiatric and Psychological Services, Brookville, PA February – May 2021 Intern • Observed pediatric and family intake interviews and psychological evaluations, maintaining HIPAA standards when handling personal health information • Completed extensive training in a variety of practice areas including therapy methods, behavioral interventions, and activity development for preschoolers and infants
Phoenix Physical Therapy, Clarion, PA August 2020 – October 2020
Pre-Occupational Therapy Co-Op Student • Observed physical therapy, occupational therapy, and aquatic therapy for a variety of clients including orthopedic, pediatric, and geriatric populations • Ensured client satisfaction and comfort during treatment sessions, building rapport and addressing client needs
WORK EXPERIENCE Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, Slippery Rock, PA June 2022 – May 2023 Student Worker, Occupational Therapy Department • Reviewed and edited manuscripts and class materials for the chair and program director, improving skills in academic writing, research, and APA style • Systemized and restructured storage area into a resource library for the department, to improve efficiency and ease of access
Clarion University of Pennsylvania, Clarion, PA August 2019 – May 2021
Confidential Student Assistant, College of Arts and Sciences • Directly assisted the Dean of Arts and Sciences in conducting and compiling online research related to university program development • Handled and catalogued sensitive student information in accordance with FERPA regulations
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association June 2022 – Present Member, Student Representative for the Commission on Conferences • Collaborated with commission members to plan for and execute the annual POTA conference
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society June 2022 – June 2023
Student Vice President, Chapter 294, Slippery Rock University • Represented the interests of fellow students as a member of the executive board
Student Occupational Therapy Association June 2022 – May 2024
Member, Student Mentor • Supported a member of the OTD class of 2025 through involvement in SOTA mentorship program CERTIFICATIONS Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED November 2022 – November 2024 HIPPAA/OSHA Training September 2021 HONORS AND AWARDS Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society Membership Spring 2020 – Present PRA’s Undergraduate Student Award for Direct Service and Leadership Spring 2021
