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SARA WEST

[email protected] (810) 841-8460 Electronic Portfolio: http://sarajwest.weebly.com

EDUCATION
Grand Valley State University
Masters of Science
Occupational Science & Therapy
Cumulative G.P.A.: 3.93
Expected Graduation Aug. 2016

Grand Valley State University


Bachelors of Science
Exercise Science: Health Fitness Instruction
magna cum laude
Graduated Apr. 2014

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI
Aug. 2014 to Apr. 2015
Graduate Assistant: Occupational Therapy Department
Assisted the department with research related tasks including literature reviews, poster creation, and other
various graphic design products, such as booklets.
Porter Hills Martindill Wellness Center, Grand Rapids, MI
Jan. 2014 to Apr. 2014
Fitness Specialist Intern
Led exercise classes for residents and planned fitness events to promote engagement in an active life.
Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI
Oct. 2012 to Apr. 2014
Anatomy Tutor
Tutored GVSU students in anatomy & physiology, cadaver lab, and medical terminology.
Croswell Manual Therapy, Croswell, MI
May 2011 to Aug. 2011
Physical Therapist Aide
Assisted the physical therapist with exercises and modalities including therapeutic ultrasound.
Maintained office duties including receiving payments, cleaning, answering phones, and scheduling.

CLINICAL AFFILIATIONS
Marlette Regional Hospital & McKenzie Health Systems, Sanilac County, MI
Apr. 2016 to Jun. 2016
Level II Fieldwork Student
Level II fieldwork placement in the acute, swingbed, and outpatient settings of Marlette Regional
Hospital and McKenzie Memorial Hospital.
Sanilac County Intermediate School District, Sanilac County, MI
Jan. 2016 to Mar. 2016
Level II Fieldwork Student
Level II placement completed through the Sanilac County Intermediate School District. Treated students 1-15
years old with a variety of diagnoses. Students attended local schools, the ISD, or were part of Early On.
Sanctuary at the Shore, Grand Haven, MI
Sept. 2015 to Nov. 2015
Level I Fieldwork Student
Community level I fieldwork placement at skilled nursing facility, assisted activities department with creating
opportunity for leisure engagement of residents.
Heartland Manor Care, Battle Creek, MI
May 2015 to Jul. 2015
Level I Fieldwork Student
Traditional level I placement at a skilled nursing facility, planned and implemented creative treatments.
BRAINS, Grand Rapids, MI
Jan. 2015 to Apr. 2015
Level I Fieldwork Student
Traditional level I outpatient pediatric placement, planned and implemented most treatment sessions.

SARA WEST
[email protected] (810) 841-8460 Electronic Portfolio: http://sarajwest.weebly.com

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Four Pointes Center for Successful Aging: Art Prize Community Event Leader and Tech Day Instructor, 2015
Beacon Hills Senior Living: 5k Race Coordinator, 2015
No More Sidelines: Laker Day, 2015
Indian Trails Camp: Counselor Trainer and Respite Care Volunteer, 2015
Preschool Readiness Sensorimotor Group at Center for Childhood Development, 2015
Holland Mens Shelter: Soup Kitchen, 2015
Harbor House: Holiday Party Coordinator, 2014
Porter Hills: Inpatient Rehabilitation Assistant, 2013
Marywood Health Center: Home of the Dominican Sisters: Therapeutic Activity Assistant, 2013
The Center for Childhood Development: Sensory Activity Day Volunteer, 2013
Allendale Public Schools: Fine Motor Sensory Program Volunteer, 2012

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Certifications
CRLA Level 1 Tutor Certified
CPR and First Aid Certified
Professional Affiliations
Member of American Occupational Therapy Association
Member of Michigan Occupational Therapy Association
Member of the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Education Courses and Conferences
2016 National Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference
2014 West Michigan Occupational Therapy Symposium
Presentations
MiOTA: Michigan Occupational Therapy Association, Grand Rapids, MI
October 6, 2016
First author on research study: Normative Data for the Complete Minnesota Dexterity Test
(CMDT). The study has been accepted to present at the annual state MiOTA conference this
October.
ASHT: American Society of Hand Therapists, Washington, DC
September 15, 2016
CMDT Norms Study has been accepted to present at the annual ASHT conference this
September.
Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI
April 19, 2016
Research presented at Graduate Showcase, receiving the nomination from the GVSU
occupational therapy department to present CMDT norms research study.
AOTA: American Occupational Therapy Association, Chicago, IL
Poster presentation of CMDT norms research study at AOTAs annual conference.

April 8, 2016

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