I am currently finishing my second year of Occupational Therapy at Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario. After six years of being part of the Queen's community, I am looking forward to starting work as a new graduate in July.
Professional Affiliations (2015-present)
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Member of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapy
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Member of the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapy
Humber River Hospital
2017
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Developed strong time management skills independently managing a large caseload while adapting to rapid patient turnover rates on an ACE unit. Worked cohesively within a strong interprofessional team to deliver the best care to patients
Kingston General Hospital (Dialysis Unit)
2017
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Collaboratively created a community development project with another OT student to research health literacy and the implications for patients with chronic kidney disease in the pre-dialysis clinic
Kingston General Hospital and Trudi Wright Rehabilitation Associates
2016
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Developed clinical reasoning and strong charting skills working in the ICU, general surgery, awaiting LTC, cardiac, and stroke units at KGH. Developed clear report writing skills and initiative for self-directed learning working with veteran, MVA, and return to work populations
ModernOT and QECVI (Kingston High School)
2016
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Developed observational skills and professionalism in conducting assessments and creating OT related programming. I developed initiative and responsibility in an environment that was primarily unsupervised by an OT
Current
update
Placement
experience
Queen's University
2015-present
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Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy (Dean’s Honour List, 4.2 GPA)
Queen's University
2011-2015
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Bachelor of Science Specialization in Kinesiology (Honours with Distinction)
Havergal College
2007-2011
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All-girls private school in Toronto, Ontario
Education
Work
experience
Queen’s University Enrichment Studies Unit
2013-2015
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Activities Coordinator: Organized sport and social activities for 100 participants, staff supervisor
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Student supervisor: Supervised students aged 12-17
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Developed management and leadership skills through identifying individual needs of participants to improve social inclusion, and adapting programming instruction for improved student participation
Individual Care
2015
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Supervision of a child with developmental delay
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Included daily recreational therapy to develop motor and speech patterns
Consultant Paediatrician, Scarborough General Hospital
2011-2013
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Medical Secretary in paediatric office
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Developed communication, organization, and time management skills in patient interaction in a community that speaks limited English. Able to work independently in a team oriented and fast-paced working environment
Caledon Ski Club
2009-2013
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Alpine Ski Instructor and Racing Coach
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Developed responsibility and professionalism by creating and delivering play based programming that is able to be adapted to the skill level of racers in the program
Action over Inertia Certification
2017
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Evaluating activity patterns, making collaborative decisions related to participation, and encouraging sustained investment for persons with serious mental illness
Research Project (Supervisor: Heidi Cramm)
2016
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Completed an environmental scan to determine the impact of yearly trends in research in the area of military to civilian transition
P.A.R.T.Y Program Coordinator at Kingston General Hospital
2016
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Created and presented OT program for high school students attending the P.A.R.T.Y. Program at KGH
Seminar with Bergeron Clifford LLP
2016
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Update on the new Statutory Accident Benefit Guidelines for MVA in Ontario
Health and Human Rights Conference
2016
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Conflict, security and health
Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists Conference
2015
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Student Exhibit Hall
Volunteer
experience
Queen’s University (School of Rehabilitation Therapy)
2016
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Rehabilitation Therapy Society Secretary: Developed strong written communication in organizing meetings and elections, and keeping meeting minutes
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Orientation Week Coordinator: Developed ability to organize and delegate tasks to members of the committee to ensure a safe and successful orientation week for 160 incoming students
Bayview Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine Clinic
2014
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Volunteer (Physiotherapy): Developed initiative and responsibility in completing modalities and creating exercise plans with minimal supervision. I was recognized for my work ethic in treatment
Sport Medicine Specialists
2014
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Volunteer (Physiotherapy): Developed professionalism and expanded my knowledge in using complex modalities, and shadowing in clinic assessment, implementation, and completion of a program
Queen’s University (School of Kinesiology and Health Studies)
2012-2015
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Making Waves Swim Instructor and Fundraising Committee: Individualized swim lessons for children who identify with developmental disabilities.
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Tutoring (Biomechanics, Biology)
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Committee member for QJUMP: A Queen’s organization coaching high school students in sport
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Event Facilitator, Buddy, and Committee member for Winter Adapted Games: A sports event that pairs up students and Kingston residents who identify with a disability
Scarborough General Hospital
2013
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Shadow for Paediatric Occupational Therapy Program: Completed shadowing with a paediatric occupational therapist using play based initiatives for youth
Blue Balloon Health Services
2012
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Volunteer (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Music Therapy): Developed strong communicative ability in completing a variety of therapies with clients
Milot, Haiti
2010
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Volunteer Center for Rural and Urban Development in Milot and Hôpital Sacre Coeur: Cared for paediatric patients by assisting with medication regime, hygiene, and family support during a cholera epidemic
Conferences
and continuing
education
Skills:
Pictochart: Infographic design
Endnote: Research and reference management
MaxQDA: Qualitative coding
Wix: Website design
Certifications:
NVCI (2017)
AODA Integrated Accessibility Standards (2016)
Workplace Violence and Harassment (2016)
WHIMIS Legislated Training (2016)
KGH Corporate Health and Safety Training (2016)
Privacy Legislation (PIPEDA; PHIPA) (2015)
Standard First Aid (2015)
CPR-HCP (2015)
Infection control and mask fit training (2015)
Awards
Nomination for Student Fieldwork Award (2017)