William Unger

2329 Thayer Avenue, Henderson, NV 89074 (702) 521-6057 OT14.William.Unger@nv.touro.edu

Professional Objective

In my career, I seek to help my clients regain their quality of life by returning to a state of occupational balance. I hope to have the opportunity to work with individuals of all ages suffering from a variety of ailments to expand my experience and expertise. Furthermore, I will strive to provide excellent client centered care as a part of an interdisciplinary team of health care professionals.

Education

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Touro University Nevada, Las Vegas, NV Generalist occupational therapy program with a focus on research; graduated with a 3.65 G.P.A. Bachelor of Arts in Psychology University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV Minor in Sociology; graduated with a 3.45 G.P.A.

June 2014

June 2010

Honors

Pi Theta Epsilon Honor Society Academic organization reserved for students in the top third of an occupational therapy cohort

Spring 2013 Summer 2014

Fieldwork Experience Level II Rehabilitation Hospital, HealthSouth Rehabilitation Worked at a rehabilitation hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada with adults and older adults recovering from conditions of stroke, brain injury, orthopedic, cardio/pulmonary, amputations, spinal cord and neurological disorders. Level II Hand Therapy, Hand Surgery Specialists of Nevada Worked at an outpatient clinic in Las Vegas, Nevada with adults recovering from a variety of injuries and surgical procedures to the upper extremity. Level I Hand Therapy, Desert Valley Therapy Observed a Certified Hand Therapist working at an outpatient clinic in Las Vegas, Nevada with patients recovering from a variety of injuries and surgical procedures to the upper extremity. Spring 2014

Winter 2013

Summer 2013

Fieldwork Experience Continued Level I Non-Traditional Psychosocial, Opportunity Village Observed non-occupational therapy staff at an activity center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Staff worked with adults with developmental disabilities on living and recreation skills. Level I Pediatric Outpatient, Physiotherapy Associates Observed an OTR\L at an outpatient rehabilitation clinic in Las Vegas, Nevada working with children with developmental and motor disorders. Spring 2013

Winter 2012

Previous Work Experience

Applied Behavior Analysis Tutor for Children With Autism Worked one on one with children with autism in Las Vegas, Nevada, focusing on teaching functional life skills through the use of systematic behavioral modification.

2007 2010

Licensure and Certification

Board Certified Occupational Therapist

Summer 2014 Present Fall 2012 Present

CPR Certification