Kristen Choi Email & Phone Number

Irvine, Ca, Us

Waco, Texas, United States

• Collaborated with a team of four planning and directing the philanthropic event, CASA Cookout and Concert, resulting in $31,000 earned in the debut year for Court Appointed Special Advocates• Proposed and presented a descriptive plan for a new fundraising event, obtaining approval from leadership• Designed a manual for future leadership with contacts, budgets, and improvements, creating continuity and uniformity in subsequent events• Managed a committee of 30 people facilitating the event and a 400-member sorority successfully marketing the philanthropy through word of mouth, social media, and campus connections• Coordinated with local businesses, vendors, and campus organizations to develop profit-shares, gaining sponsorships, and increasing attendance for the event• Researched and implemented marketing strategies, resulting in over 500 tickets sold

• Collaborated with therapists across all therapy disciplines determining best course of action when creating multidisciplinary individualized therapy plan• Encouraged and increased patient participation through involvement in play therapy• Engaged in continuing education lecture series by the Regional Center of Orange County, becoming knowledgeable of local resources to properly communicate and advise patients andtheir parents• Created a brochure, “Level UP: Your Guide to Transitioning,” as part of an initiative to raising awareness for programs available to older children and adults with special healthcare needs

Irvine, California, United States

• Provided quality 1:1 in-home care for children from age 3 to adulthood with a developmental disability, ensuring safety and a positive environment while relieving the family of responsibilities• Provided guidance with self-help skills including behavior management, promotion of communication, dressing, feeding, and toileting through individualized plans• Assessed, evaluated, and personalized school activities to fit the needs of the client, encouraging full participation and increased social interactions with peers• Considered parents’ goals and concerns for their child’s progress, providing regular updates, and addressing specific needs to fostering trust and reassurance

• Effectively managed front desk operations, including scheduling patient appointments, processing billing, and organization of documentation ensuring smooth patient experience• Served as a liaison between patients and dental staff to explain procedures, insurance claims and payments, while answering questions and providing quality customer service and efficient transitions between appointments• Prepared and sterilized instruments and equipment, adhering to safety and health protocol

Mombasa County, Kenya

• Observed Occupational and Physical Therapists in the in-patient pediatric, orthopedic, ICU,cardiothoracic, surgical, post-natal, and outpatient wards enhancing understanding of interdisciplinary collaboration and patient care across different fields• Adhered to prescribed procedures and protocols by performing passive exercises and strengthening techniques, demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines, and applying heat packs under the supervision of a physical therapist• Practiced medical procedures such as suturing, IV cannulation, catheterization, etc. to prepare for real-world medical challenges• Collaborated with colleagues and hospital staff during weekly lectures and discussions of medical ethics, treatments, and disorders with hospital staff to increase knowledge of infectious disease and spread education on prevention techniques• Taught weekly Hygiene Education Sessions for 100+ elementary school children using hands-on guidance, enhancing their understanding of proper teeth-brushing and hand-washing practices while fostering empathy and cultural awareness of Mombasa

Health Science Studies, Pre-Occupational Therapy Studies, Senior

Activities and Societies: Student Physical and Occupational Therapy Association, Kappa Alpha Theta, Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Society

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Varsity Lacrosse Captain, Appreciate Ability Club Publicist, Marching Band, Concert Band