NIDHI A. PATEL addvoy@r.postjobfree.com

* ****** ** ******** ** 08873 551-***-****

EDUCATION: THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY, Philadelphia, PA

Masters of Occupational Therapy, May 2017

Bachelor of Health Science, May 2015

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Suma Cum Laude Graduate 2015

University Honors Program

Occupational Therapist – Proficient

WORK EXPERIENCE:

KESSLER REHABILITATION CENTER, Edison, NJ March 2017 – Present

Occupational Therapist - Proficient, Hand Therapy

Evaluate and treat various orthopedic and neurological conditions for pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.

SUNNY DAYS EARLY INTERVENTION, Manalapan, NJ December 2019 – Present

Occupational Therapist, Pediatric Therapy

Treat various children ranging from ages 1-3 who have developmental delays and help them achieve their age specific and appropriate goals.

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE: LEVEL II FIELDWORK (12 weeks)

CHILDREN’S SPECIALIZED HOSPITAL, BAYONNE, NJ September 2016 – December 2016

Occupational Therapy Student, Pediatrics

Administered and interpreted the following assessments: BOT-2, PDMS -2, DTVP, Child Sensory Profile 2, Berry VMI, and Pediatric Quality of Life.

Provided screening, evaluation, and interventions for children with Autism, ADHD, Septo- optic Dysplasia, Cerebral Palsy, ODD, Sensory Processing, and Motor Planning deficits.

STAR PHYSICAL THERAPY CENTER, NEW YORK, NY June 2016 – September 2016

Occupational Therapy Student, Hand Therapy

Assisted OTR with evaluations and treatment of patients with repetitive strain injuries, adhesive capsulitis, and elbow/wrist fractures.

Aided the Occupational Therapist with retrieving information for evaluations, fabricating patterns of various orthotics, and administering client centered treatment sessions with the patients.

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Hand Therapist – Currently working towards

Certification of Orthopedic Manual Therapist – Currently working towards

Revital Cancer Certification – January 2020

Bloodflow Restriction Training Certification – November 2019

Worksteps: Post Offer Employment Testing Certification – September 2018

SKILLS & LANGUAGES:

Splint Fabrication

CPR/ First Aide Certified

Gujarati – Fluent

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS

American Association of Hand Therapist – Present

American Occupational Therapy Association – 2017 – Present

Contact this candidate