Annabel Jamieson

• Development of resource booklet for First Nation elders that provided information on occupational therapy, cognitive decline, and memory. This resource aimed to increase health literacy and promote access to occupational therapy services.
• Broader and deepened understanding of culturally responsive practice.
• Built relationships with community members and Indigenous elders through yarning sessions to gather insights and refine project objectives.
• Developed and administered surveys using the Social, Emotional, Well-being (SEWB) framework, analysed responses, and implemented findings to inform resource creation and project planning.
• Coordinated with project partners, local artists, and stakeholders, and documented project progress, including feedback, to prepare reports and presentations.
  

• Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and enhancing their commitment to therapy goals.
• Completed and facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to support fine and gross motor development, sensory processing, and daily living activities for children aged 3 to 10.
• Offered training and resources to parents and caregivers on implementing therapy strategies at home.
• Documented therapy sessions, progress notes, and outcomes, through SPLOSE contributing to effective communication and planning within the occupational therapy team.
  

• Shadowed experienced occupational therapists, gaining insight into neurological rehabilitation for a broad range of health conditions including stroke, brain injury, Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis.
• Observed client assessments and interventions, including upper limb assessment, e-stimulation and adaptive equipment use.
• Learned best practices in patient-centered care, safety protocols, and clinical documentation.
• Connected academic knowledge with real-world applications, enhancing understanding of neuroplasticity and Person, environment, occupation, and performance (PEOP) model.
• Improved comprehension of therapeutic approaches through exposure to real-world examples, patient case studies, and evidence-based practices.

• Development of an independent caseload of paediatric and adult clients
• Provide paediatric assessments (sensory profile, Beery VMI) and draft NDIS reports.
• Development of occupational performance issues and goals relevant to school and community
  setting.
• Completed measurements for complex home modifications, equipment prescription and
  wheelchair/scooter applications.
• Completed various assessments for adult clients;
  (MoCA) Montreal Cognitive Assessment
  The Barthel Index for Activities of Daily Living (ADL)
  Bristol Activities of Daily Living scale
  World Health Organization Disability Assessment (WHODAS)
  Fatigue Impact Scale (FIS)

Geriatric Evaluation Management, (GEM) at home

• Care and functional home assessment upon discharge
• Measurement and digital drawing of home modifications (installation of ramps/rails)
• Development of a home hand therapy program
• Practiced Documentation under the supervision of a senior occupational therapist.
• Writing discharge referrals and recommendations for follow up.
• Supported and provided intervention strategies under the supervision of a senior occupational
  therapist.

Outpatient, community transition to care (TCP)

• Complete client assessments including evaluation of functional abilities, mobility, self-care, and cognitive functions, and identified home environment barriers.
• Developed and implemented individualised therapy plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, focusing on improving functional independence.
• Facilitated therapeutic interventions for activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, and provided education on adaptive techniques and equipment use.
• Assisted in discharge planning including arranging follow-up services, collaborating with multidisciplinary team and preparing detailed reports for ongoing care.