Kelly A.

Dishong
78 E. Chestnut St, Columbus, OH 43212 · (440) 655-4555 · [email protected] · ePortfolio

EDUCATION:
The Ohio State University College of Medicine Columbus, OH
Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy, Pediatrics Specialization May 2023
 Cumulative GPA: 3.969/4.0
The Ohio State University College of Education and Human Ecology Columbus, OH
Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Science May 2020
 Cumulative GPA: 3.94/4.0 (Summa Cum Laude)
 Minor: Disabilities Studies
 Graduated with Honors Research Distinction and developed Honors Research Thesis
Second Year Transformational Experience Program (STEP) Corfu, Greece
STEP Grant Recipient and Study Abroad Student May 2019
 Completed the STEP program and applied grant to attend an Ohio State faculty-led course experience, involving
western culture and civilization, in collaboration with Ionian University in Corfu, Greece
 Traveled to Athens to parallel our coursework to the actual archeological structures, most notably the Acropolis,
including the Parthenon, Old Temple of Athena, Erechtheum, and Propylaea
CERTIFICATIONS:
Certifications via The Ohio State University Columbus, OH
Child and Adult CPR and First Aid Certification Oct 2021
Mental Health First Aid Certification March 2021

OT CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:
Level I Fieldwork: Physical Function Columbus, OH
Occupational Therapy Student Observer Aug 2021-Sep 2021
 Completed over 40 hours of skilled observation involving clinical reasoning skills with a fieldwork educator and
certified hand therapist in NovaCare Rehabilitation outpatient setting
 Practiced fabrication of orthoses, completed 2 SOAPNotes, planned and lead a one-hour intervention session,
completed a goniometry ROM and MMT standardized assessment, and completed an occupational profile
Level I Fieldwork: Mental Health
Occupational Therapy Student Observer Jan 2021-April 2021
 Completed “Vera and Simone” online course covering behavior and mental health services and documentation
 Completed an OT evaluation, including initial interview, Occupational Profile, Allen Cognitive Level Screen
(ACLS), Group Behavioral Observation forms, Group Treatment Plan, and practiced SOAPNote documentation
Standardized Patient Lab Experience
Occupational Therapy Student Aug 2021-April 2021
 Collaborated with standardized patient actors in 6 clinical scenarios in both acute and outpatient care settings with
a variety of professions to promote interprofessional collaboration while providing client-centered care
 Completed an initial interview, Occupational Profile, administered an assessment, and developed a plan of
intervention goals for a patient upon completing an evaluation within 45 minutes
Bridgeway Academy
OT Therapy Center Volunteer Jan 2018 - May 2018
 Volunteered biweekly at Bridgeway Academy, specializing in the education of children with developmental
disabilities, helping to organize, prepare, and then observe physical and occupational therapy sessions
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE:
I-ACQUIRE Research Volunteer Columbus, OH
OTD Student Volunteer Aug 2021 – Present
 Volunteer in the assessment center of Dr. Amy Darragh’s Infant ACQUIRE (I-ACQUIRE) research study
involving pediatric constraint-induced movement therapy
Honors Research Thesis Columbus, OH
Honors Research Thesis Aug 2019 - May 2020
  Developed a thesis project in collaboration with Research Advisor, Dr. Walton, to examine the efficacy of
therapist behaviors during Reciprocal Imitation Training (RIT)
 Examined therapist and child behaviors during prompting, imitation, and linguistic mapping by coding video
recordings and training a second student to code to determine inter-rater reliability
Nisonger Center Research Assistant Columbus, OH
Volunteer Research Assistant (RA) Aug 2018 - May 2020
 Volunteered in Dr. Katie Walton’s research lab for 6 - 8 hours per week focusing on early childhood intervention
of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through analyzation of multi-year studies including the effects of ASD on
families, peers, teachers, etc.
 Examined efficacy of Reciprocal Imitation Training (RIT), a naturalistic way of implementing intervention
through the process of imitation’s educational and social benefits, in young children ages 2-5 years old
DISABILITY EXPERIENCE:
A1 Nursing Care and Parent Directed Program Employee Dublin, OH
Developmental Disability Support Aide (DDSA) Feb 2018 - Jan 2020
 Cared for an adolescent child experiencing Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and intellectual learning and speech
disorders including Apraxia of Speech alongside Mitochondrial and Growth Hormone deficiencies
 Incorporated Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) and PEAK programs biweekly for 10 hours to provide
assistance throughout activities of daily living (ADL) and social diversions
 Collaborated with Feeding Therapist to develop a weekly menu to progressively chain new foods and successfully
expanded palate over 3 months to include 5 new foods
Self-Employed Powell, OH
Nanny/Babysitter May 2010 - Present
 Supervise and provide needs for 1-year-old twins with allergies and feeding constraints, a 6-year-old, and a 10-
year-old as much as 12 hours per week
 Manage educational activities, control meal and rest schedules, and inspire proper behavior development
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE:
Kappa Alpha Theta Fraternity Columbus, OH
Alpha Gamma Chapter Member Jan 2017 - May 2020
 Attended and led weekly meetings surrounding the development of members, leadership skills, personal
excellence, intellectual curiosity, and devotion to service
 Fundraised and created annual philanthropy events to raise awareness and support for Court Appointed Special
Advocates (CASA) who guide underrepresented children through the court system by attending meetings
and weekly visits with teachers, parents, and counselors
Best Buddies Ohio State Chapter Columbus, OH
One-on-One Member and Associate Member Oct 2016 - May 2020
 Connected with college-aged students experiencing a range of disabilities to promote positive lifestyles
 Attended bimonthly events involving holiday-themed celebrations, picnics, sports activities, and an annual gala
while communicating weekly through email or text-messaging

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT:

Pi Theta Epsilon (PTE) Fraternity Columbus, OH
Fundraising Chair March 2021-Present
 Member and fundraising chair of the Lambda Chapter of PTE, a national occupational therapy honor society
fraternity that supports the practice of occupational sciences and occupational therapy by promoting research,
leadership, and scholarly activities throughout the community
 Completed fundraiser at local restaurant and program-wide merchandise fundraiser raising over $500 and earning
a bronze medal status for the 2022 St. Catherine’s Challenge, a national student-led fundraiser to support research
grants in the field of occupational therapy
Ohio Occupational Therapy Association (OOTA) Sept 2021-Present
Student Member
 Member of professional organization that promotes the profession of occupational therapy, addresses professional
issues in our practice, and advances the local practice of occupational therapy in Ohio
American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Aug 2020-Present
Student Member
 Attend and engage in virtual discussions regarding the progression of the occupational therapy field with access
and engagement with up-to-date evidence-based practice and clinical guidelines
SCHOLARSHIP, HONORS, AND ACOMPLISHMENTS:
Provost Scholarship Aug 2016-May 2018
Spafford Scholarship Aug 2019-May 2019
STEP Grant ($2,000) May 2019
Dean’s List Aug 2016- May 2020

RELEVANT SKILLS:
Academic: active and reflective listening, interpersonal skills, therapeutic-use-of-self (TUOS)
Clinical: EPIC documentation training, EXXACT documentation training
Personal: time management skills, teamwork, leadership, problem solving skills, interprofessional communication skills
REFERENCES:
Dr. Erika Kemp
 Phone: 614-292-8167
 Email: [email protected]
 Pediatric Specialization Advisor and Pediatrics Professor
Dr. Katie Walton
 Phone: 614-685-9087
 Email: [email protected]
 Honors Research Thesis Advisor