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Ka Lun Lam

Lidcombe,NSW

Summary

Highly-motivated and enthusiastic student with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapt at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Occupational Therapy Student

Nepean Hospital
10.2024 - 11.2024
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through empathetic communication, fostering trust and collaboration in the therapeutic process.
  • Applied critical thinking skills when addressing complex cases involving multiple factors impacting functional abilities, resulting in effective problem-solving approaches for intervention planning.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, supporting continuity of care among team members and facilitating goal achievement.
  • Provided adaptive equipment recommendations, promoting safety and accessibility within the home environment.
  • Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary team.

Occupational Therapy Student

SWS Community Health: Brighter Beginnings
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Collaborated with occupational therapists and speech pathologists for comprehensive health check screening for children aged 3-5 in South-Western district of Sydney, improving overall health and wellbeing.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, supporting continuity of care among team members by services referral and facilitating goal achievement.
  • Contributed to research projects investigating the effectiveness of various OT interventions for paediatric populations, informing evidence-based practice guidelines.

Occupational Therapy Student

Braeside Hospital
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Contributed to community project investigating the effectiveness of existing handouts for people in community in Cabramatta and developed modified educational handouts.
  • Demonstrated professionalism, adaptability, and resilience when faced with challenging situations during occupational therapy student experiences, contributing to personal growth and development as a future clinician.

Occupational Therapy Student

Nepean Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023
  • Conducted initial assessment and functional assessments to identify areas of strength and weakness in each patient's functional abilities.
  • Evaluated patient conditions, histories, and goals.
  • Improved patient functional baseline by developing customized treatment plans and setting achievable goals.
  • Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options.

Occupational Therapy Student

ORS Group
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assisted Occupational Therapists in administering patient assessments and evaluations
  • Observed, documented, and reported changes in patient's physical or mental condition
  • Developed activity plans and goals to help patients reach their highest level of functioning

Safety Supervisor

Great Harvest Group
03.2021 - 08.2022
  • Conducted safety training for employees and visitors to ensure compliance with safety regulations
  • Monitored employee activities to ensure adherence to established safety protocols
  • Inspected equipment regularly to identify any potential safety issues

Education

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

The University of Sydney
Camperdown, NSW
12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Gerontology

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
11.2020

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Time management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Building Rapport
  • Flexibility
  • Empathy
  • Group therapy facilitation

Languages

English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Occupational Therapy Student

Nepean Hospital
10.2024 - 11.2024

Occupational Therapy Student

SWS Community Health: Brighter Beginnings
06.2024 - 08.2024

Occupational Therapy Student

Braeside Hospital
02.2024 - 05.2024

Occupational Therapy Student

Nepean Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023

Occupational Therapy Student

ORS Group
06.2023 - 07.2023

Safety Supervisor

Great Harvest Group
03.2021 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Gerontology

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

The University of Sydney
Ka Lun Lam