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Zaila Bawitlung is an occupational therapist seeking a full-time position. She has a Master's in Occupational Therapy and a Bachelor's in Kinesiology. She has fieldwork experience in pediatrics, mental health, and community settings. She also has experience as an applied behavioral interventionist and caregiver. She is involved in her occupational therapy student association and has participated in mission trips to Peru and Mexico providing healthcare services.

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Zaila Bawitlung is an occupational therapist seeking a full-time position. She has a Master's in Occupational Therapy and a Bachelor's in Kinesiology. She has fieldwork experience in pediatrics, mental health, and community settings. She also has experience as an applied behavioral interventionist and caregiver. She is involved in her occupational therapy student association and has participated in mission trips to Peru and Mexico providing healthcare services.

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Zaila Bawitlung

1411 Highpoint Street, Upland, CA 91784


(562)413-7995 [email protected]

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE__________________________________________________________________________
Highly driven occupational therapist seeking a full-time position. Enthusiastic and motivated team player with clinical
experience in pediatrics. Committed to providing empathetic and client-centered care that utilizes effective treatment
interventions and strategies to promote independence.

EDUCATION______________________________________________________________________________________
Master of Occupational Therapy June 2020 - June 2023
Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA

Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology Sept. 2015 - Dec. 2018


Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA

FIELDWORK/CLINICAL EXPERIENCE_________________________________________________________________
Community-Based OT, Fieldwork Level I Student Mar. 2022 – May 2022
Boys and Girls Club of Inland Empire, San Bernardino, CA
 Designed and implemented seven-week intervention program for 90 children K-5 grade in an afterschool program
 Conducted weekly activities that addressed interpersonal skills, conflict resolution techniques, and coping skill
 Completed evaluations for each student to ensure that they met their short/long-term goals and objectives

Pediatric School-Based OT, Fieldwork Level I Student Jan. 2022 – Mar. 2022
Anderson Elementary School, San Bernardino, CA
 Conducted evaluation, assessment, and discharge plan to meet needs of children with severe multiple disabilities
 Performed skilled OT interventions including soft tissue massage under clinical instructor’s supervision

Mental Health OT, Fieldwork Level I Student Apr. 2021 – May 2021
Women’s Domestic Violence Shelter, San Bernardino, CA
 Implemented Resiliency Program and various group sessions to improve clients’ mental health and self-esteem
 Administered assessment (COPM), completed documentation, and reported clients’ weekly progress

WORK EXPERIENCE_______________________________________________________________________________
Applied Behavioral Interventionist, ACES (Autism Comprehensive Educational Services) Mar. 2019 – Apr. 2020
In-Home Therapy, Los Angeles County, CA
 Provided one-on-one services utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis, including behavior management, social skills
training, and caregiver education to clients with developmental disabilities and their families
 Target client goals, collect data, and collaborated with behavior therapists (BCBAs) to find effective techniques

Project Assistant, Teach, Learn, and Assess Oct. 2018 - Dec. 2019
Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA
 Developed new curriculum with professor to help college students understand their meaningful vocations
 Designed Exercise Physiology lab course with exercise lab tests and demonstration videos to allow for digital
accessibility for undergraduate students

Caregiver, In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Nov. 2016 – July 2017


Anaheim, CA
 Assisted disabled woman in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) with
documented record of her progressive behavior

LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE____________________________________________________________


Activities Chair/COTAD Chair, SOTA (Student of Occupational Therapy Association) Sept. 2020 – Dec. 2022
Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA
 Organized bi-monthly social events for LLU’s Department of OT to increase students’ social participation
 Promoted and increased awareness for diversity and inclusion needs in OT field by hosting Zoom events with
guest speakers
Student Intern, Children Services Center Jan. 2018 – May 2018
Casa Colina, Pomona, CA
 Researched and developed evidence-based interventions for therapists (OTR/DPTs)
 Collaborated with OTRs weekly in three outpatient pediatric programs to promote children’s participation skills
 Directed and edited multiple videos aimed to reinforce and enhance children’s interpersonal and social skills

President/Founder, FAHLA Club (Future Allied Health Leadership Association) Sept. 2016 – Dec. 2018
Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA
 Led bi-weekly successful meetings to undergraduate students interested in Allied Health careers such as OT
 Organized guest speaker panels of health care professionals, philanthropic events, and social events for students

Student Volunteer, Montclair MTU April 2017 – Nov. 2017


California Children’s Services, Montclair, CA (150 hours)
 Assisted with patient treatments as directed by licensed therapists to promote the overall therapeutic program
 Promoted a clean, safe treatment environment for clients and performed clerical tasks for therapists as needed

MISSION TRIPS___________________________________________________________________________________
Member of Medical Mission Trip to Peru, Students for International Mission Service Mar. 2022
Loma Linda University, Cusco, Peru
 Collaborated with multi-disciplinary healthcare team to provide health fairs to underserved communities
 Provided basic dental hygiene education at orphanages, solar panels for residents, and promoted play to children

Leader of Holistic Health (Autism) Team & Kids Ministry, Mexico Outreach Sept. 2017; Sept. 2018
Azusa Pacific University, Mexicali, Mexico
 Cultivated meaningful relationships and provided intervention activities for children in Autism Center
 Recruited and led a team of twelve students to design a Vacation Bible School in the church of Getsemani

Member of Public Health Team, Mexico Outreach Mar. 2018


Azusa Pacific University, Mexicali, Mexico
 Provided multiple free medical clinics and services for underprivileged Mexican communities in a public health
team of medical doctors, nurses, and allied health students

RESEARCH PROJECTS____________________________________________________________________________
Graduate Student Researcher, LLU MOT Department July 2021 – June 2022
Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA
 Conducted a mixed method prospective study to examine how occupational therapy practitioners in faith-based
institutions address and incorporate spirituality throughout the occupational therapy process
 Collected data, conducted interviews, coded transcriptions, and analyzed data from IRB-approved research study

ACADEMIC AWARDS______________________________________________________________________________
“Most Outstanding Senior” Award in Kinesiology Department Dec. 2018
Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA

CERTIFICATIONS__________________________________________________________________________________
 Carfit Specialist Certified Expected Completion June 2023
 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS) Mar. 2021 – present
 Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) Core Training Dec. 2018 – present
 FERPA in Workplace Mar. 2018 – present

MEMBERSHIPS___________________________________________________________________________________
 Occupational Therapy Association of California (OTAC) 2021 – present
 American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) 2020 – present
 Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) 2020 – present

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