Paris Yang
Summary
Focused on building strong communication skills and developing rapport with clients and multidisciplinary teams in various rehabilitation settings. Able to adapt intervention plans to provide tailored and individualized treatment for each client. Possesses excellent reflection skills to continuously learn and improve, ensuring the highest level of care for those worked with.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapy Student
Therapies for Kids
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Adapted and modified intervention plans to create a “just-right” challenge tailored to each child's needs
- Employed co-regulation strategies to effectively support children in managing behaviours
- Cultivated strong relationships with clinical supervisors throughout fieldwork placements, receiving constructive feedback that led to increased competence as an emerging practitioner.
- Designed and delivered engaging, creative session plans to promote active participation and skill development
- Demonstrated strong documentation skills, maintaining accurate and detailed client records
- Quickly established rapport with non-verbal children, collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team to gather comprehensive information and ensure holistic care
Occupational Therapy Student
St George Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Independently managed caseloads in a sub-acute neurological rehabilitation setting, contributing to patient care and discharge planning
- Applied clinical reasoning and independent judgment in delivering quality occupational therapy interventions, enhancing patients' physical and cognitive recovery
- Demonstrated strong reflective practice to uphold high standards of care and improve patient outcomes
- Delivered client-centred care in collaboration with the MDT, supporting the development of individualized treatment plans and interventions
- Demonstrated ability to respond to feedback and adjust interventions, improving communication with patients, families, and the MDT
- Demonstrated proficiency in administering a range of occupational therapy assessments and intervention, including initial assessments, functional reviews, self-care assessments, cognitive screens, and retraining programs
Occupational Therapy Student
Parramatta Community Health Centre
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Served as an occupational therapy student in community and aged care, supporting chronic and complex clients in enhancing daily activity independence
- Coordinated with clients to schedule initial home visits and conducted screening home visit risk assessments
- Documented progress notes following each visit and initial assessment
- Conducted administrative tasks
Occupational Therapy Student
The Sutherland Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Played an occupational therapy student role in community and aged care, assisting clients in enhancing their independence in daily activities
- Participated in initial assessments and adeptly documented clients' progress and treatment plans
- Communicated effectively with elderly individuals, addressing their needs and providing tailored therapeutic interventions
- Conducted thorough home-environment evaluations, identifying potential hazards, and implemented preventive measures to ensure a safe living environment, significantly reducing the risk of falls
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy -
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Japanese Studies
University of Sydney
12.2020
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Proficient in conducting thorough assessments
- Creating individualized treatment plans
- Strong understanding of rehabilitation interventions
- Empathetic and patient-centered approach to client care
- Flexibility
- Activity analysis
- Self-reflection
Certification
- NSW Working With Children Check
- COVID vaccines
- CPR certificate
- NDIS screening check
- National police check
- NSW driver license
Languages
Fluent in Mandarin & English
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Student
Therapies for Kids
10.2024 - 12.2024
Occupational Therapy Student
St George Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
Occupational Therapy Student
Parramatta Community Health Centre
11.2023 - 12.2023
Occupational Therapy Student
The Sutherland Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Japanese Studies
University of Sydney
Master of Occupational Therapy -
University of Sydney
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