ANUM FARAH
Alexandria
Summary
Seeking a challenging and fast-paced role where I can leverage my skills and experience to make a significant impact. Excited to contribute to an organization that values continuous learning and growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
occupational therapist
freelance
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Facilitated improved mobility in adult patients with stroke, rheumatoid arthritis, and Parkinson's disease.
- Implemented tailored treatment techniques to enhance patients' independence in daily living skills.
- Utilized adaptive equipment to support patients' physical capabilities and promote self-sufficiency.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify individual patient needs and goals for rehabilitation.
- Provided ongoing support and encouragement to patients, fostering a positive rehabilitation environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and adjust personalized care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on strategies to maintain independence and manage daily challenges.
occupational therapist
Al-Shifa Trust, Special School and Center for Rehabilitation
11.2012 - 01.2016
- Enhanced patient outcomes by utilizing extensive experience with diverse age groups and conditions.
- Specialized in treating neuro-developmental disorders, focusing on cerebral palsy and learning disabilities.
- Implemented group therapy sessions promoting conductive education methodologies for effective learning.
- Provided counseling to parents, offering guidance and support related to child development challenges.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
occupational therapist
Danish gah
03.2011 - 10.2012
- Conducted sensory integration therapy sessions, enhancing motor skills in children with cerebral palsy.
- Implemented music therapy, fostering emotional expression and communication among students.
- Administered hydrotherapy sessions, promoting physical rehabilitation and relaxation in children.
- Facilitated parent education meetings, providing guidance on supporting children's developmental needs.
- Delivered manual therapy, improving hand function and mobility for children with physical challenges.
- Enhanced activities of daily living skills, promoting independence and confidence in students.
- Collaborated with educators to create individualized therapy plans tailored to each child's needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - occupational therapy
University of Karachi
01.2010
FSc - pre medical
Government College For Women
Karachi09.2006
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Therapeutic techniques
- Treatment plan goals
- Aqua therapy
- Conductive education
- Manual massage therapy
- Sensory integration
- Recommend splints
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Activities of daily living skills
- Pediatric therapy
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Patient evaluations
- Handwriting intervention
- Group therapy
- Motor coordination
Affiliations
Pakistan Occupational Therapist Association
Certification
Certifications in
- Clinical credit hours during studies
- Cerebral Palsy from Agha Khan University and Hospital
- Credit hours in Neuro science + Orthopedic and trauma session from Jinnah Post graduate medical Center
- Basic life support from Dow university of health sciences
Languages
English
Urdu
Timeline
occupational therapist
freelance
03.2019 - 08.2023
occupational therapist
Al-Shifa Trust, Special School and Center for Rehabilitation
11.2012 - 01.2016
occupational therapist
Danish gah
03.2011 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - occupational therapy
University of Karachi
FSc - pre medical
Government College For Women