Tina M. Sauber
Associate Director of the OTD Bridge Program and Assistant Professor
Joined the Huntington University faculty in 2023.
Dr. Tina M. Sauber, OTD, MOT, OTR/L, BCPR, joined the Huntington University faculty in 2023. She is the Associate Director of the Bridge Program and an Assistant Professor for the Doctoral Program in Occupational Therapy in Arizona. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, holding a doctorate in occupational therapy with a specialization in Practice Administration and Management, a master’s degree in occupational therapy, and a bachelor’s degree of science in occupational therapy.
With over 30 years of clinical experience spanning acute care, acute rehabilitation, outpatient, emergency room, primary care, and skilled nursing settings, Dr. Sauber is a highly respected expert in her field. She also has 15 years of leadership and management experience and 10 years of experience as a faculty member, adjunct faculty, and guest lecturer at prestigious institutions, including Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, Midwestern University, and the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences.
Dr. Sauber is board certified in physical rehabilitation (BCPR) through the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and has served on AOTA’s committees for advanced board and specialty certifications. She is a prominent speaker at both state and national conferences, sharing her expertise in neurological conditions, concussion, balance and vestibular impairments, organ transplants, intensive/critical care, emergency department care and chronic conditions.
In her 26-year tenure at the Mayo Clinic, Dr. Sauber has served in both clinical and leadership roles and continues to work as a consultant in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as an OT in acute care, the emergency room, and primary care. She is a Senior Fellow in the Mayo Clinic Academy of Education Excellence in Administration and Leadership, an Assistant Professor in the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences and holds a certification in Change Management using the Prosci methodology. Additionally, she has achieved bronze, silver, and gold level certifications in quality improvement through Mayo Clinic's Quality Academy.
As a MedBridge course instructor, Dr. Sauber continues to contribute to the advancement of the occupational therapy profession through education and training. Her dedication to improving patient care and advancing the field of occupational therapy is evident in her extensive contributions and ongoing commitment to excellence.
- Doctor of Occupational Therapy with specialization in Practice Administration & Management, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
- Master of Occupational Therapy, University of North Dakota
- Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of North Dakota
- Board Certification in Physical Rehabilitation from the American Occupational Therapy Association
- Published in books and peer reviewed journals
- AOTA’s Board and Specialty Certification committee member
- Board Certification in Physical Rehabilitation exam item writer
- Course Developer & Instructor for MedBridge
- Journal Editor; Sage Publications & American Journal of Occupational Therapy
- ArizOTA member
- AOTA member