Occupational Therapy Therapist
Resume:
HALEY L. TRIPP
***********@**********.*** *** Pinewood Court
Daphne, AL 36526
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
I am a skilled, compassionate, and motivated, future occupational therapist with experience in a variety of both traditional and non-traditional treatment settings. My experience pertains to providing skilled intervention to pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations in acute, inpatient, and mental health settings. I acquire strong communication, flexibility, and leadership skills. My passion is to build a career as an occupational therapist while contributing to a collaborative, patient-oriented setting.
EDUCATION
Tennessee Wesleyan University Occupational Therapy Master’s Degree August 2023
Auburn University Bachelor of Science Rehabilitation and Disability Studies and Psychology August 2021
WORK/CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Peninsula Hospital-Level II Fieldwork January 2023-March 2023
Implemented six, 30-minute group therapy sessions daily to address performance deficits that negatively impact everyday function including: meaningfulness techniques, coping strategies, emotional regulation techniques, life skills, and stress management techniques.
Instructed skilled therapeutic activities for various mental health diagnoses including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, anti-social personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, eating disorders and depression as well as pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations
Blount Memorial Hospital-Level II Fieldwork April 2023- Present
Evaluated, treated, and implemented individualized plans for a caseload of 6-10 patients per day in acute care with various diagnoses including and not limited to: orthopedic conditions and joint replacement procedures, spinal procedures, strokes, traumatic brain injuries, and autoimmune disorders
Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered treatment
Knoxville Area Rescue Ministries-Level I Fieldwork April 2022- May 2022
Collaborated with other health professionals to engage in treatment activities and assessments for mental health diagnoses, and community resources
Mane Support-Level I Fieldwork June 2022- July 2022
Co-treated hippotherapy group sessions for individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities including cerebral palsy, down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, and PTSD.
Provided group trauma/grief counseling through equine-assisted services to children, youth, teens, and adults. provided education and community to gain skills in group collaboration, coping strategies, and future interventions for mental health
Exceptional Foundation of East Alabama June 2019- August 2022
Instructed adults with intellectual disabilities in educational, musical, and artistic activities that assist in expanding independence in daily activities; worked as a part-time employee
Caregiver Aide January 2022- January 2023
22-year-old diagnosed with cerebral palsy; required to complete all daily, functional tasks for the individual due to physical and intellectual limitations
CERTIFICATIONS/PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Red Cross First Aid + Basic Life Support (BLS) certification October 2022
Tennessee Occupational Therapy Association student delegate October 2022
Student representative and conference attendee at TNOTA conference
Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) November 2021-December 2022
Cultural Occupational Therapy Advocacy for Diversity (COTAD). November 2021- December 2022
RESEARCH/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Master’s Thesis Research October 2022-May 2023
The use of electronic cigarettes in college-enrolled students over the age of 18 and how it affects an individuals’ occupational performance including areas of: work, education, sleep, leisure activities, and coping mechanism at Eastern Tennessee Universities
Peninsula Hospital Inservice March 2023
Prevalence and Effects of Long-term effects of COVID and how occupational therapy can benefit individuals
Blount Memorial Inservice June 2023
Prevalence of post-operative joint dislocations and spinal procedure injuries due to an absence of following post-operative precautions after discharge
Development of evidence-based, educational handouts for patients with post-operative joint replacement and spinal procedure precautions to follow during all functional daily activities
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