Timothy J. Wertner

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Cell: 717-***-****

Chambersburg, PA 17202

Home: 717-***-****

acdtyh@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: To pursue employment as an occupational therapist in a school

setting.

Education:

Saint Francis University, Loretto, PA

Master of Occupational Therapy, May 2013

Master's Thesis topic: The Effects of Video Games on Academic Performance

Graduate Cumulative G.P.A.: 3.750/4.0

Bachelor of Science in Health Science, May 2011

Minors: Psychology and Neuroscience

Undergraduate cumulative G.P.A.: 3.501/4.0

Employment Experience:

July 2013- present: Colonial Park Care Center, Harrisburg, PA

Occupational Therapist: evaluate and treat clients, both middle-aged and

elderly adults

. SNF/LTC facility

December 2011- January 2012: Allegheny Supply, Duncansville, PA

Warehouse Worker

. Stocked shelves

. Loaded skids for delivery, brought in skids

. Performed simple cleaning jobs

. Jobs involving organization of the warehouse

May 2008- August 2008: Cebco Village Mart, Chambersburg, PA

Sales Associate

. Ran cash register, dealt with customers

. Prepared food

. Restocked coolers and checked temperatures of coolers

. Cleaned bathrooms, swept floors

Fieldwork Experience:

January 2013 to March 2013: Waynesboro Hospital, Waynesboro, PA (as part of

Summit Health) (acute care/outpatient clinic)

. 12-week rotation including evaluation and treatment of clients in

acute care, along with treatment in outpatient

. As part of fieldwork observed work capacity assessment, worked in

inpatient rehab, and assisted in BHU at other Summit Health campuses

. Diagnoses seen included respiratory disorders, cardiovascular

disorders, fractures, TKR, THR, tendonitis, arthritis, CVA, MS

September 2012 to December 2012: ManorCare, Chambersburg, PA (sub-acute

rehab/SNF)

. 12-week rotation including evaluation and treatment of clients, along

with assisting in home evaluations

. Diagnoses seen included COPD, fractures, dementia, CVA, hydrocephalus

April 2012: Cambria County MH MR, Johnstown, PA (outpatient mental health

clinic)

. Observed, participated in, and directed group therapy sessions for

clients with mental illnesses

. Conversed with clients and workers

December 2011: ProCare Rehab, Roaring Spring, PA (outpatient clinic)

. Observed 8 days of occupational therapy treatment and evaluations in

the area of upper extremity therapy along with work capacity

assessments.

. Performed simple assistance jobs for the therapists at the clinic.

. Helped provide instruction to the clients by leading them through

their exercise routines

August 2011: Camp MDA, Fombell, PA (Muscular Dystrophy Association)

. Took care of an adolescent with Duchenne's muscular dystrophy for one

week. Assisted him with various aspects of daily living throughout

week.

Volunteer Work:

July-August 2009: Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg, PA- 50 hours of

volunteer work

. Worked in physical/occupational therapy department

. Transported patients by wheelchair, simple cleaning and maintenance

jobs

September 2006 - January 2007: Greencastle Health Services, Greencastle, PA-

178 hours of volunteer work

. Worked in physical therapy/occupational therapy department (outpatient

clinic)

. Observed physical therapy/occupational therapy staff and clients in

action

. Practiced interacting with clients and staff

. Did cleaning and maintenance jobs (cleaned patient mats and exercise

equipment, did laundry, organized items in clinic)

Activities and Awards:

. Dean's List- Fall 2010, Spring 2009, Fall 2008, Spring 2008

. Eagle Scout

. Varsity Cross-country and Track: 4 years in college, 4 years in high

school

Northeast Conference (NEC) Scholar-Athlete Award- Fall 2009

Made NEC All-Conference Team at NEC Cross-Country Championships

as a sophomore, junior, and senior in college

. Northeast Conference Academic Honor Roll (Spring 2008 - Winter 2008-

09, Fall 2009 - Spring 2011)

Certifications:

CPR Certified (October 2013)

CarFit Certified (April 2012)

References available upon request

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