Alexandra Milliron
About Alexandra Milliron
Alexandra Milliron is an Associate Software Developer at CoverMyMeds, with a diverse background that includes experience as an Occupational Therapist and various roles in software development. She combines her expertise in therapy with her technical skills to enhance collaborative work in software projects.
Work at CoverMyMeds
Alexandra Milliron has been employed at CoverMyMeds as an Associate Software Developer since 2021. In this role, she applies her software engineering skills to develop solutions that enhance medication access for patients. Her experience in software development is complemented by her unique background in occupational therapy, allowing her to approach software projects with a focus on user-centered design and collaborative practices.
Previous Experience in Occupational Therapy
Before transitioning to software development, Alexandra Milliron worked as an Occupational Therapist at Bellevue School District from 2017 to 2020. During this time, she provided specialized treatment approaches to students, emphasizing collaborative work to improve their functional abilities. Her experience in this field has contributed to her systematic problem-solving skills, which she now applies in her software development career.
Internship Experience at ProducePay
In 2021, Alexandra Milliron completed a two-month internship as a Software Engineer Intern at ProducePay in Los Angeles, California. This role allowed her to gain practical experience in software development, further solidifying her skills in programming and project collaboration. The internship served as a stepping stone in her career transition from occupational therapy to software engineering.
Educational Background in Occupational Therapy and Software Engineering
Alexandra Milliron holds a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from the University of Toledo, which she completed from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she studied at Hackbright Academy, where she achieved a Software Engineering Immersive in 2020. Her educational journey also includes a Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Gerontological Practice from the University of Toledo, completed from 2014 to 2016, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Lourdes University, earned from 2008 to 2013.
Capstone Experience at Cleveland Clinic
During her academic career, Alexandra Milliron served as a Hand Therapy Capstone Student at Cleveland Clinic in 2017 for four months. This experience provided her with hands-on training in hand therapy, contributing to her understanding of patient care and rehabilitation. She also held various student roles at Cleveland Clinic and Louis Stokes Cleveland VAMC, gaining diverse clinical experience in acute and outpatient settings.