Andrew Rivera

Andrew Rivera is an Associate Professor and Director of Capstone Education at Huntington University, where he joined the faculty in 2019. He maintains clinical practice at Lutheran Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Wayne and holds multiple certifications including Occupational Therapist Registered/Licensed (OTR/L), Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT), and Associate Ergonomics Professional (AEP).

Education:
• Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (Huntington University)
• Bachelor of Arts in Social & Behavioral Sciences, Psychology concentration (Seton Hall University)

Research Focus:
Rivera investigates occupational therapy applications in ergonomics, quality-of-life enhancement, work-life balance optimization, and injury prevention strategies. His work integrates clinical practice with evidence-based interventions across healthcare settings.

Professional Recognition:
• Fellowship grant recipient for Harvard T.H. Chan’s School of Public Health’s 'Work, Health, and Well-being' program

Leadership & Service:
As Northeast District Director for the Indiana Occupational Therapy Association, Rivera advocates for practitioner development and evidence-based care. He participates in mission trips and maintains memberships in the American Occupational Therapist Association, Board of Certification in Professional Ergonomics, and National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy.