Caitlin Colston
Acworth
Summary
Occupational Therapy doctoral student with clinical and rehabilitation experience and a strong commitment to education, mentorship, and student success. Skilled in communicating complex concepts, facilitating collaborative learning, and supporting diverse learners in clinical and academic environments. Recognized for organization, professionalism, and the ability to build positive relationships while contributing effectively to faculty initiatives and classroom instruction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Premier Events LLC
Various
02.2022 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
Restaurant Manager, Waitress
Partners II Pizza Braelinn
Peachtree City, GA
02.2019 - 05.2026
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and teamwork to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
Rehabilitation Technician
Resurgens Orthopedics
Fayetteville, GA
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Supported and motivated patients during therapy.
- Built strong patient relationships.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment.
- Educated on assistive device use.
Rehabilitation Aide
Southern Therapy Services
Carrollton, GA
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by assisting occupational therapists in implementing therapeutic interventions.
- Enhanced patient experience by providing compassionate support and encouragement during therapy sessions.
- Maintained safe and clean therapy environment, ensuring well-being of patients and staff.
Education
Doctorate of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GABachelor of Science - Community of Health And Wellness W/ Minor in Psych
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA05.2024
Skills
Student & Patient Education
Communication & Collaboration
Leadership & Mentorship
Organization & Time Management
Adaptability & Problem Solving
Administrative & Documentation Support
Professionalism & Relationship Building
Accomplishments
- Dean's list Fall 2022
- President's list Fall 2022
- Dean's list spring 2024
- Internship with Southern Therapy Services in Carrollton Jan 2024-May 2024
- I have over 100 hours of shadowing/internship/work hours in Occupational therapy offices.
Certification
- CPR Certification
- First Aide Certification
feild Work Experinces
Level 1A: 40 hours at Rainbow Rehab in Griffin, an Outpatient Pediatric clinic
Level 1B: 40 hours at Community Friendship in Atlanta, a Psychosocial/mental Health facility
Timeline
Rehabilitation Technician
Resurgens Orthopedics
07.2024 - 08.2025
Rehabilitation Aide
Southern Therapy Services
05.2024 - 12.2024
Bartender
Premier Events LLC
02.2022 - Current
Restaurant Manager, Waitress
Partners II Pizza Braelinn
02.2019 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Community of Health And Wellness W/ Minor in Psych
University of West Georgia
Doctorate of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Georgia State University