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Occupational Therapist Resume Sample and Example

Sample Occupational Therapist resume with functional assessment, adaptive equipment prescription, and rehabilitation planning for hospital and community settings.


Resume Objective

Client-centred Occupational Therapist with 6 years of experience delivering occupational therapy services to adults and seniors across Ontario hospital, rehabilitation, and community settings. Seeking an OT role where I can apply my assessment and intervention expertise to help clients achieve meaningful occupational participation and independence.

Key Skills to Highlight

  • Occupational performance and functional assessment
  • Goal-setting and intervention planning
  • Adaptive equipment assessment and prescription
  • Home assessment and environmental modification
  • Cognitive and perceptual assessment
  • Splinting and orthotics
  • Group programme facilitation
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration

Sample Work Experience Bullets

  • Conducted comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for adults with neurological, orthopedic, and complex medical conditions.
  • Developed and implemented client-centred intervention plans focused on self-care, productivity, and leisure participation.
  • Prescribed and trained clients in the use of adaptive equipment to maximise safety and independence in daily activities.
  • Completed home visits and environmental assessments, recommending modifications to support community reintegration.
  • Documented assessments, progress notes, and discharge summaries in compliance with COTO and hospital documentation standards.

Education

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MScOT) from an accredited Canadian university.

Relevant Certifications

  • Registered Occupational Therapist — College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)
  • National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), if applicable
  • CPR Level C

How to Use This Sample

Use this sample as a structural guide — not a template to copy word-for-word. Adapt the objective, skills and experience bullets to reflect your own background. Tailor each application to the specific job posting, and keep your resume to one page for entry-level roles or one to two pages for senior positions.

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