Alexa Cohen
Commack
Summary
Dedicated Occupational Therapist with over 4 years in outpatient rehabilitation and musculoskeletal care. Specializes in clinical documentation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and treatment planning. Experienced in wellness and regenerative medicine, including shockwave therapy and healthcare marketing. Aiming to contribute clinical expertise in healthcare operations, utilization review, clinical support, or care coordination roles.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Pur Life Medical
Woodbury
04.2024 - Current
- Delivered shockwave therapy treatments for acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, facilitating pain reduction and enhancing functional recovery.
- Educate patients on treatment plans, wellness strategies, and home exercise programs to improve outcomes and adherence.
- Collaborated with providers and clinical staff to coordinate patient care, improving treatment experiences and ensuring continuity of care.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and monitor patient progress using objective outcome measures.
- Assisted in developing patient education materials and social media content for wellness services, increasing patient engagement and awareness.
- Support implementation and promotion of regenerative medicine and wellness programs.
Occupational Therapist
Metro Physical And Aquatic Therapy
Smithtown
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Evaluated and treated orthopedic and neurological conditions in an outpatient rehabilitation setting.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to improve functional independence and quality of life.
- Managed a high-volume caseload while maintaining productivity and documentation standards.
- Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and caregivers to coordinate patient-centered care.
- Educated patients and families regarding injury prevention, rehabilitation strategies, and home exercise programs.
Occupational Therapist
Reddy Care Physical and Occupational Therapy
Great Neck
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Evaluated and treated adult and geriatric patients in the home setting to improve independence with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
- Developed individualized treatment plans to enhance strength, balance, mobility, safety awareness, and functional performance.
- Performed home safety assessments and recommended adaptive equipment and environmental modifications to prevent falls and enhance patient safety.
- Educated and trained caregivers to improve patient safety and optimize functional outcomes.
- Collaborated with physical therapists, speech therapists, nurses, physicians, and family members to coordinate patient care.
- Completed thorough documentation and maintained compliance with home health regulations and agency requirements.
- Managed an independent caseload while scheduling and prioritizing patient visits across multiple locations.
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Quinnipiac University, School of Health Sciences
Hamden, CTSkills
- Patient Evaluation & Treatment
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Clinical Documentation
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Care Coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient Education
Certification
- AED Certification
- Occupational Therapy License
- CPR Certification
- LSVT BIG Certification
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Pur Life Medical
04.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Metro Physical And Aquatic Therapy
09.2022 - 04.2024
Occupational Therapist
Reddy Care Physical and Occupational Therapy
05.2021 - 09.2022
Master of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Quinnipiac University, School of Health Sciences