Master of Occupational Therapy

ASHLEY SIPPEL, MOT

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Objective

Use the knowledge gained from my education to aid in the rehabilitation of those with physical and/or mental disabilities and injury, and work for a company with a mission to help patients gain independence and maintain a high quality of life.

Education

Master of Occupational Therapy University of Kansas Medical Center May 2020

Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science Wichita State University May 2017

Experience

Wellness & Fitness Staff Foothills Parks & Recreation Department Littleton, CO May 2018 – August 2018

Instructed specialized group fitness classes provided for patrons with Parkinson’s disease and cancer

Led weekly Take-a-Hike hiking club for the aging population

Occupational Therapy Technician/Office Manager Sprout Pediatric Occupational Therapy, LLC. Wichita, KS May 2015 – May 2016

Family Interaction: phones, emails, scheduling, treatment activities i.e. practicing skill establishment upon arrival/departure

Create calm/clean setting/activities for session preparation

Clinic Duties: insurance verification, clean/maintain/set up equipment, prepare activities for therapists supporting performance components, create environments in prep for treatment i.e. created sensory room, organized clinic materials for efficiency

Coordinate therapist schedule, documentation, and calculate productivity

Fieldwork

Level I Mosaic Denver Denver, CO March 2018

Level I Via Christi Rehab Hospital Wichita, KS October 2018

Level II Mosaic Denver Denver, CO September 2019 – December 2019

Provided comprehensive OT services for adults with intellectual disabilities within their home in the Denver area through community emerging practice setting.

Developed new fieldwork program for future occupational therapy students

Level II The Villas at Sunny Acres Thornton, CO January 2019 – March 2019

Provided comprehensive skilled nursing, memory care, assisted living, and independent living OT services for patients with neurodegenerative diseases, cardiac or pulmonary diseases, dementia, orthopedic injuries, wounds, neurologic impairments.

Volunteer Work

Brain Injury Alliance of CO Volunteer Challenge by Choice Camp June 2018

Provided assistance and care for individuals with traumatic brain injuries to promote and support independent participation in outdoor recreation and leisure activities including white water rafting, rock climbing, ropes courses, shopping, social outings, and games.

Hearts & Horses Therapeutic Riding Center Therapy Intern Loveland, CO January – May 2017

Provided and ensured safety to allow rider to participate in therapeutic riding lesson as independent as possible.

Center for Physical Activity & Aging Student Instructor Wichita, KS August – December 2016

Engaged class participants of the aging population in regular physical activity by designing and leading accommodating work-out programs for various fitness levels.

The Leaning Post Ranch Volunteer Pensacola, FL October – December 2014

Provided and ensured safety to allow rider to participate in therapeutic riding lesson as independent as possible

Certifications

LSVT-BIG Certified

Parkinson’s Foundation Certified Instructor

AHA BLS Provider

ACE Certified Personal Trainer

YogaFit Level I & II Instructor

CHEC-HOH Certified

CHEC-LV Certified

Professional Affiliations

Member, American Occupational Therapy Association

Member, KUMC Student Occupational Therapy Association

References Available upon Request

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