Shelby Sarnowski

126 Madison St SE Unit H, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

shelbysarski@gmail.com (708) 310-1833

Educational Background
Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI

Master’s of Science in Occupational Therapy August 2018

Bachelor’s of Science in Allied Health Science August 2015

Minor: Psychology

Academic & Clinical Experience

Visiting Nurse Association-North, Spectrum Health, Level II Fieldwork Placement April-June 2018
Home Health
 Evaluated and treated adults ages 18-97 with a variety of conditions, including
orthopedic, neurological, cardiovascular, and oncology
 Implemented safety precautions and environmental modifications for aging in place
 Provided education on adaptive equipment and safety with ADL’s and IADL’s for
increased independence and energy conservation techniques
 Transitioned from Cerner to Epic documentation systems
 Met productivity expectation of 23 visits per week
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Outpatient Pediatrics, Level II Fieldwork Placement Jan-March 2018
Helen Devos Children’s Hospital in Zeeland, Michigan,
 Independently evaluated, planned, and facilitated interventions for children
ages 0-17 with developmental disorders, sensory processing difficulties, orthopedic
conditions, genetic abnormalities, oral motor/feeding difficulties, and neurologic
conditions
 Supported by a team of NDT certified OT’s, PT’s, and SLP’s
 Mentored by a clinical educator with 26 years of experience as an OT
 Administered assessments such as Jamar Dynamometer, ROM/MMT, Peabody
Developmental Motor Scales
 Produced clear and accurate documentation with use of skilled OT terminology
via Cerner (EHR)
 Met productivity expectation of 80% per day with average caseload 36 clients per
week

Allendale Nursing and Rehabilitation Community, Level 1 Fieldwork Geriatric Placement

Allendale, MI
 Contributed to the clients’ evaluation, intervention, and discharge process
 Participated in home assessments upon client discharge from facility
 Recognized the relationships between COTA and OT

Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding, Level 1 Fieldwork Community-Based Placement Summer 2017
Rockford, MI
 Understood the benefits of using horses as unique treatment modalities to provide
sensory input, adjust levels of arousal, improve balance and postural stability,
increase fine/gross motor skills, and improve body awareness
 Utilized therapeutic riding to improve functional skills that generalize to ADL’s
Montcalm Intermediate School District, Level 1 Fieldwork Pediatric Placement Fall 2016
 Participated in occupational therapy treatments with an OTR/L for children in
preschool through 7th grade
 Experienced educational, fine motor, and sensory techniques to meet
individualized needs for children with Autism and moderate cognitive
impairments
 Attended IEP meetings and progress meetings to learn about students’ goals
and priorities in a school setting

Study Abroad Participant of International Perspectives on Aging, Ireland Spring 2015

 Adapted to a different culture gaining independence, diversity, and
communication skills
 Strengthened personal understanding about meaningful activities for the
older adult population
 Developed collaboration skills working apart of a multidisciplinary team

Additional Skills
 Feeding therapy
 Wrist and Hand therapy
 Myofascial release
 Vision therapy
 Kineosiotaping techniques
 NDT handling skills for pediatrics
 LSVT BIG
 Wheelchair modifications

Accomplishments & Certifications

 First Hybrid SOTA Treasurer, 2018

 American Red Cross Basic Life Support Certification, Jan 2018
 AOTA Member, July 2015-current