Occupational Therapist Health
Resume:
Timothy J. Wertner
Cell: 717-***-****
Chambersburg, PA 17202
Home: 717-***-****
**********@*****.***
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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