Madison Le Duc
Tappahanock
Summary
Motivated new graduate OTA with diverse outpatient experience in pediatric and neurorehabilitation settings. Known for strong therapeutic use of self, relationship-building, and client-centered care. Passionate about creating engaging, individualized interventions that support functional independence, emotional regulation, and meaningful participation in everyday life.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Level II Fieldwork Student Experience II
Ivy Rehab for Kids
Ashland, VA
03.2026 - 05.2026
- Assisted in providing occupational therapy services for children with developmental, sensory, neurologic, behavioral, and fine motor delays in an outpatient pediatric setting.
- Implemented play-based, occupation-centered interventions targeting fine motor coordination, bilateral coordination, visual-motor integration, handwriting, self-regulation, attention, and ADL participation.
- Facilitated sensory regulation strategies using individualized sensory supports and environmental modifications to improve engagement, emotional regulation, and participation in therapeutic activities.
- Supported development of emotional regulation, coping strategies, and transitions through structured routines, therapeutic play, sensory-based interventions, and co-regulation techniques.
- Graded therapeutic activities to address varying developmental levels, attention spans, motor planning abilities, and sensory processing needs.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists, speech therapists, physical therapists, caregivers, and families to support carryover of therapeutic strategies across environments.
- Educated caregivers on home programming, sensory strategies, fine motor activities, behavioral supports, and adaptive techniques to promote functional independence.
Level II Fieldwork Student Experience I
Sheltering Arms Institute
Hanover, VA & Midtown, VA
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Provided occupational therapy services in an outpatient neurorehabilitation setting for individuals with neurologic diagnoses including CVA/stroke, TBI, SCI, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, vestibular disorders, and other neurologic conditions.
- Assisted in implementing occupation-based interventions targeting upper extremity function, ADL/IADL performance, cognition, balance, coordination, visual-perceptual skills, and community reintegration.
- Utilized rehabilitation technology and evidence-based neurorehabilitation techniques including electrical stimulation modalities, therapeutic exercise equipment, visual feedback systems, and computerized therapeutic activities to support functional recovery.
- Graded interventions to address motor control, endurance, cognition, fine motor coordination, sensory deficits, visual scanning, and functional mobility needs.
- Educated patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, adaptive equipment, energy conservation, safety strategies, and compensatory techniques to maximize independence.
- Documented patient progress, goal attainment, and skilled therapeutic interventions using electronic medical record systems in a fast-paced outpatient setting.
Server/Manager
Los Dos Amigos
Bowling Green, VA
05.2021 - 01.2026
- Built strong relationships with regular customers through consistent communication, professionalism, empathy, and personalized service.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills while managing high-pressure situations and maintaining a positive guest experience.
- Developed time management, adaptability, and multitasking abilities by efficiently prioritizing responsibilities in a fast-paced team environment.
- Assisted with leadership and managerial responsibilities including staff support, training, problem-solving, and daily operational tasks.
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Insight Memory Care Center
Fairfax, VA
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Developed therapeutic communication and rapport-building skills through interaction with older adults in group and individual activities.
- Assisted with activity participation and engagement to support socialization, routine, and quality of life for older adult participants.
- Observed implementation of occupation-based interventions addressing cognition, mobility, social participation, and daily functioning.
FW LVL II
Sheltering Arms Institute
01.2023 - 03.2023
- My time with Sheltering Arms Outpatient Rehab Center has given me the opportunity to implement my continuing education by connecting with patients, leading skilled, evidence-based treatments, and increasing documentation efficiency.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Occupational Therapy Assistant
St. Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
St. Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN05-2026
Skills
- Therapeutic Use of Self
- Patient Motivation & Engagement
- Sensory Regulation
- Client-Centered Care
- Documentation
- Rapport Building
- Adaptability
- Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environments
Timeline
Level II Fieldwork Student Experience II
Ivy Rehab for Kids
03.2026 - 05.2026
Level II Fieldwork Student Experience I
Sheltering Arms Institute
01.2026 - 03.2026
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Insight Memory Care Center
06.2025 - 06.2025
FW LVL II
Sheltering Arms Institute
01.2023 - 03.2023
Server/Manager
Los Dos Amigos
05.2021 - 01.2026
Bachelor's degree - Occupational Therapy Assistant
St. Catherine University
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
St. Catherine University