Sophia Espinoza

I am a registered occupational therapist with fieldwork experience in outpatient and inpatient clinical settings.I am dedicated to improving the lives of individuals by promoting their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.With a passion for health care and helping others, I am committed to developing the necessary skills to become a knowledgeable and compassionate occupational therapist.

Throughout my studies, I have gained valuable experience in areas such as patient assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions.I am eager to continue my learning and grow as a health care professional. My strengths includes adaptability, empathy, and consistency.I work and communicate well with others, possess skills such as being a hands-on learner, a critical thinker, and being able to combine creativity and problem solving to come to a collective conclusion. I believe that these attributes and more will help me be a good occupational therapist.

Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital, Schenectady, NY

Level IIB Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student, January 2023 - March 2023

• Evaluated, treated, and discharged approximately 50 patients and reported in weekly meetings to discuss each patient's status and anticipated discharge date.
• Designed and presented an inservice presentation at end of fieldwork to about 14 staff members about binasal occlusion and diplopia. Also created a vision home exercise program for patients and a lower extremity amputation treatment idea handout for future students.
• Monitored 50 patient's vital signs and physiological responses to OT treatment sessions, adjusted patient's treatment sessions accordingly, and communicated findings to supervisor and other team members.
• Performed and scored various assessments such as vision assessments, goniometry, manual muscle testing, 9-Hole Peg Test, Brief interview for mental status, ADL care tool evaluation and more.
• Created and assisted supervisor with fabrication of approximately 3 custom splints to improve patient's quality of life.
• Directed activities of daily living and Instrumental activities of daily living therapeutic exercises, activities, neuromuscular reeducation and various other interventions.

Albany Medical Center Outpatient Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Albany, NY

Level IIA Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student, March 2022 - June 2022

• Conducted and recorded detailed evaluation plans and administered assessments to approximately 50 patients.
• Performed and scored various assessments such as Functional Dexterity Test, goniometry, manual muscle testing, 9-Hole Peg Test, Brief Cognitive State exam, Upper Extremity Functional Index and Semmes Weinstein Monofilament Test.
• Developed and presented an inservice presentation at end of fieldwork to 14 physical therapist, 2 occupational therapist, 4 pelvic therapist and other staff members about Treating Patients with Hypermobility disorders.
• Designed and assisted supervisor with fabrication of approximately 6 custom splints to improve patient's quality of life.
• Managed activities of daily living and Instrumental activities of daily living, therapeutic exercises and activities for approximately 50 patients.
• Monitored 50 patient's vital signs and physiological responses to OT treatment sessions, adjusted patient's treatment sessions accordingly, and presented findings to supervisor and other team members.

St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, NY

Level I Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student, March 2022 - March 2022

• Collaborated with occupational therapists and physical therapists to develop an occupational profile for 1-2 patients to better understand patient's occupational needs, strengths, and weakness to provide best quality of care.
• Demonstrated and influenced patients with daily needs by training and educating 6 patients on how to use adaptive equipment for grooming, toileting, and dressing to be implemented after discharge from acute care.
• Encouraged practice of healthy physical activity habits by coordinating with patient's and families a schedule to increase daily activity and incorporate learned techniques into life tasks.

Ralph C. Wilson Jr., Children's Museum, Buffalo, NY

Occupational Therapy Student Volunteer, October 2021 - October 2021

• Motivated and encouraged children with autism, from birth to 12 years of age, and families importance of play as an occupation.
• Interacted and exhibited purpose and benefit of occupational therapy to 20+ kids with autism and families.

Young Adult Life Transition Program at Canisius College, Buffalo, NY

Level I Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student, March 2021 - July 2021

• Conceptualized, developed and implemented treatment plans for individuals with developmental disabilities aged 18-23 to get ready for employment or to support continuing education.
• Established a presentation for client education on benefits of physical activity and skills to accomplish for 16 clients and staff members.

Valley View Nursing Home, Goshen, NY

Intended Occupational Therapy Student Volunteer, Summer 2019

• Observed occupational therapists and certified occupational therapist aides for about 5-8 hours a day for a few weeks (total of 70 hours of observation).

Inspired and encouraged patients during 20 treatment sessions and facilitated COTA's needs by cleaning equipment and participating in sessions in order to understand importance of occupational therapy.

University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

Masters of Science, May 2023

University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

Bachelors of Science, May 2021

University at Buffalo Undergraduate Dean's List- Displayed academic excellence by earning a grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.600 while completing a minimum of 15 or more credits. Fall 2018, Spring 2019, and Fall 2020.