Kathleen Gusky-Sharp

Healdsburg, CA *****

707-***-****

adx1y5@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE: Pediatric Occupational Therapist or related Teaching Positions

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATION

•20 + years of Occupational Therapy experience, including 10+ years as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist

•Certified in Sensory Integration Testing and Non-Public Agency

•Adept in providing in-services to other OT’s and Home Health Aides

•Expert in school-based practice

•Proficient in computer-based programs

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

•One of 20 OT’s receiving Pediatric Specialty Certification (AOTA)

•Assisted in discharging children from Special Education

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

•Evaluating cognitive and development through testing

•Wheelchair evaluations

•Reduced consultation time by videotaping clients walking for Physical Therapist and Orthotist

•Evaluate clients for range of motion, muscle tone, environmental/cultural interactions, and play development

•Access sensory integrating through testing (SIPT)

TREATMENT TECHNIQUES

•Transdisciplinary and Interdisciplinary Approach

• Neurodevelopmental Treatment

•Play Activities with an emphasis on fine motor

•Myofascial Release

•Sensory Integration

•Soft-Splinting-hands, elbow and trunk

•Activities of Daily Living

EDUCATION

San Jose State University, CA—B.S. Occupational Therapy

WORK EXPERIENCE

Santa Rosa City School District, Santa Rosa CA. Occupational Therapy

Sierra School of Bennett Valley, Santa Rosa CA. Occupational Therapy

Universal Health Services, Parkway academy Rohnert Park CA. Occupational Therapy

Middletown Unified School district, Middletown CA. Occupational Therapy