Saba Arif

Occupational Therapist (Placement)

Sheffield, SheffieldMember since June 27, 2023

Problem solvingCommunication skillsActive listeningTeamworkTime managementPassion

About

I am currently in my second year at Sheffield Hallam University studying BSc Honours Occupational Therapist. I am dedicated, enthusiastic, self-motivated and hard-working. I am keen and willing to learn and develop new skills.

I am able to adapt to challenging situations along with being able to work in a team environment. Amongst my peers I am seen as fun, funny and a caring person. I work hard to achieve my best and I am never satisfied with doing 'just enough'.

Because I am an enthusiastic and committed individual, one of my goals is to look into expanding my OT-related professional options. Through the provision of individualised care and assistance, I am dedicated to making a constructive contribution to the lives of other people. I have developed strong communication and problem-solving abilities, as well as a real desire to assist folks in accomplishing their objectives, with the assistance of other people.

I am prepared to contribute to a team that is both collaborative and energetic. My goal is to advance my education by participating in stimulated assignments and working alongside experienced occupational therapists who will guide me in the development of my knowledge and abilities in preparation for when I qualify in the future.

Experience

Occupational Therapist (Placement) - ESD Stroke - Barnsley community

(2025-01)

Conducted initial assessments and led interventions for patient' post-stroke, focusing on promoting independence and functional recovery.
Organised and prioritised a daily caseload, identifying patients requiring urgent attention.
Participated in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, liaising with physiotherapists, nurses, speech and language therapists, and therapy assistants to plan patient care.
Delivered person-centred activities and cognitive strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
Communicated effectively with patients, families, and carers to support rehabilitation goals.
Developed clinical reasoning, time management, and prioritisation skills in a fast-paced community setting.

Occupational Therapist (Placement) - Roundabout Hostel - Sheffield

(2024-03 - 2024-04)

7 weeks

Collaborated closely with staff to support young individuals facing challenging life circumstances.
Developed and provided therapeutic materials tailored to assist young people in their transition post-placement.
Enhanced interpersonal skills through regular interaction with clients, aiding in their rehabilitation process.

Front Door Response Team (Placement) - Northern General Hospital

(2023-01 - 2023-12)

8 weeks

Engaged in a multidisciplinary team setting including Nurses, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists, focusing on the care of elderly patients experiencing mobility and functional changes due to falls, infections, or co-morbidities.
Participated in holistic assessments in emergency, acute medical, and frailty units, contributing to patient evaluations and care planning.
Supported innovative care models aimed at reducing hospital admissions by facilitating home-based assessments and the provision of necessary therapeutic equipment and support.
Assisted in the implementation of streamlined pathways for immediate patient discharge, ensuring the provision of equipment and home care services on the same day as evaluation.

Observation Day - Rotherham Clinic

(2022-01 - 2022-12)

Observed and assisted in paediatric OT clinics focusing on dyspraxia/DCD and visual perception assessments.
Engaged effectively with children and their parents, enhancing the therapeutic experience and facilitating communication during sessions.
Demonstrated quick aptitude in learning and applying scoring techniques for standardized assessments such as CPUPs upper limb range of movement

Customer Service – AO - Link Financial Outsourcing

(2023-01)

Handled requests with friendly, knowledgeable service and support, continually achieving positive customer feedback.
Offered prompt solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
Recorded customer communications to maintain proper documentation.
Delivered exceptional customer service on all calls while maintaining calm and professional demeanour in challenging circumstances.
Worked in call-centre environment handling manual and automatically dialled outbound calls.

Sales Assistant - Card Factory

(2021-01 - 2022-12)

Greeted customers and helped with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
Accepted and processed cash, cheque, card and mobile payments using POS systems.
Provided service with a smile, offering courteous, helpful advice to best meet customer needs.
Managed till operations by promptly and precisely scanning items, processing payments and issuing receipts.
Assisted customers with signing up for store loyalty programmes and provided details about key benefits.
Addressed customer enquiries and concerns, facilitating decision-making and minimising hesitation.

Customer Service - Time for You Lincolnshire

(2020-01 - 2021-12)

Offered current, accurate advice on optional solutions for concerns.
Advised customers on availability, pricing and location of products.
Prepared necessary forms to complete transactions.
Shared informational brochures and details about policies to help guests make decisions.
Handled in-person, email and mailed correspondence.
Listened actively to offer accurate information and best solution to their needs.
Followed scripts when answering common customer questions.
Obtained feedback from customers to improve service experience.