Harshada Patil

Compassionate and results-driven Occupational Therapist with over 6.5 years of experience providing client-centered care to diverse populations. Proven expertise in developing and implementing individualized rehabilitation plans to enhance functional independence and quality of life. Specialized in sensory integration, fine and gross motor skill development, and assistive technology solutions. Skilled in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive, holistic care in various clinical and community settings. Committed to empowering clients through evidence-based interventions and empathetic support.

• Received BEST STUDENT Award for the academic year 2015-16 at Seth G. S. Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai, India.
• Winner of the MARK AND SEMIRA MOSHAYEDI INNOVATION AWARD 2018 (University of Southern California) for enabling improvement in health and wellness through technological innovation on 11th May 2018.
• Recognized as Employee of the Month for outstanding clinical performance and patient satisfaction (May 2025) at Windsor Care Center at Cheviot Hills, Los Angeles, CA.
• Received First Degree (1st Dan) Black Belt at Googol Taekwondo (formally Dream Taekwondo), Torrance CA from Kukkiwon Taekwondo in May 2022.
• Successfully earned an Associate’s Degree in Emergency Medical Technician from UCLA Center for Prehospital Care, Los Angeles, CA (Jan–Mar 2021), achieving NREMT certification and demonstrating strong proficiency in emergency response and prehospital care.
• Recognized for exceptional organizational skills and awarded a Starbucks Rewards gift by management as part of employee appreciation initiatives at Interface Rehab inc.
• American Occupational Therapy Association Student Membership (2017-2018)
• Member of International Association of Master Penman, Engrossers and teachers of handwriting since 2019.

• Managed and led a team of 3 people in the 2018 HTE Edge Program, a 4- week boot camp that concentrated on Customer Development Process and learning how to use the Business Model Canvas approach towards developing a market-ready Minimal Viable Product for healthcare. (18th June- 9th July 2018)
• Worked with an elite team of artists in the government supported community service program, “Our Station Our Pride" a Public Private People initiative for the beautification of railway stations of Mumbai, India. (2nd- 8th October 2016)
• Co-led a team for poster competition and won the 2nd prize at 53rd National Conference of All India Occupational Therapy Association Conference, in Chennai, India. (23rd – 31st January 2016)

VOLUNTEERED AT-

• ‘They Will Skate Again’ event organized by a non-profit organization LIFE ROLLS ON, at Venice Beach, LA. (7th July 2018). A distribution drive organized by the foundation ‘A Child’s Dream’ at Teen Community Center, Culver City, LA. (16th December 2017). Regular volunteer at Culver City Senior Community Center.
• A 4-day event named CAMP KARMA, supported by Burns Advocates Network, USA and KEM Hospital, India. Subcontinent’s only recreational camp for Burns Survivor Children, organized every year at Rivergate Resort, Karjat, India. (13th- 16th November 2016)
• OPERATION RESTORE, a Rotary initiative, health care camp for underprivileged burns patients at National Burns Center, India. (July 2016)

CURRENTLY VOLUNTEERING AT-

• VITAS, CA- Provide relief care, bereavement care, emotional support to client and family, administrative support, serve as a part of interdisciplinary team, infuse creativity and new ideas to deliver personalized services, education and advocacy for hospice care.
• VOLUNTEERING FOR AGING/ SCAN COMMUNITY, CA- Assist individuals in maintaining/ improving independence in using everyday technology/ devices, develop nurturing and caring relationships and ensure clients remain connected to the world.