Alyssa Orchard
Occupational therapy and physiotherapy assistant
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About
During my schooling and clinical placements I have gained experience as an occupational therapy and physiotherapy assistant. I have strong skills in therapeutic and range of motion exercises, patient mobility, adaptive aids, and wheelchair adjustment skills to support residents' physical and emotional health, and rehabilitation goals. I bring a foundation in effective interpersonal communication skills and client-centred care showing empathy, patience, and assuring a supportive environment for all residents and multidisciplinary team involved.
Experience
Shift Leader at Dairy Queen (2019 – 2021)
- Handling money, making, and serving ice cream/food and train new employees
Personal Support Worker at York Care Center and DECRH Fredericton (2021 – 2024)
Previously employed at York care center and the DECRH Fredericton
- Preparing meals, helping with daily living activities, light housekeeping and trained with mechanical lifts and vital signs
Painter at Student Works Painting PEI (2025-05 – 2026-09)
Seasonal summer job
- Prepped and painted interior and exterior houses/ businesses as well as marketing to promote business
Education
– Fredericton High School
Diploma in Personal Support Worker – New Brunswick Community College (2021 – 2022)
Diploma in OTA/PTA – Holland College (2024 – 2026-05)
