Alexxis Ward
Summary
Compassionate occupational therapist with expertise in treating neurological disorders, orthopedic injuries and mental health issues. Skilled in conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans and providing patient/family education. Strong interpersonal and task prioritization skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Inpatient Occupational Therapist
Frazier Rehab Institute
04.2020 - Current
- Meet daily documentation needs, productivity, and weekly team rounding reports.
- Evaluate, develop plan of care, utilize functional outcome measures and personalized interventions to restore, maintain, and improve functional independence.
- Work together with interdisciplinary teams and families to develop safe discharge plans.
- Provide hands-on caregiver teaching and client education regarding diagnosis, therapeutic treatments, and DME/home modification within respect of their cultural and socioeconomic status.
- Actively participate in team meetings and education opportunities for improvement in skills.
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Associates in Pediatric Therapy
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Complete daily documentation of services including billing, evaluations, plans of care, monthly progress notes, reassessments, and letters of medical necessity as required.
- Develop a professional relationship with the clients and their families providing education on their child's treatment program and in-home program to facilitate their maximum potential.
- Utilize clinical reasoning to establish measurable goals and develop treatment plans to advance the patient toward his or her maximum level of independence.
Outpatient Occupational Therapist
Frazier Rehab Institute
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Evaluate and establish a treatment plan with objective and measurable goals.
- Perform client-centered therapeutic procedures to meet patient's specific needs.
- Perform documentation and provide family education regarding interventions, disease/injury, safety, and wellness.
Rehab Aide
Frazier Rehab Institute
08.2017 - 11.2019
- Provided direct assistance to physical/occupational therapist during patient care.
- Applied/removed E-Stim and cold/hot packs during patient treatment.
- Maintained sanitation of gym and patient care area, completed office coordinator duties as needed.
Education
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy -
Spalding University
Louisville, KY08.2019
Bachelor of Science in Health Science -
Spalding University
Louisville, KY06.2018
Certifications
CPR/AED Basic Life Support- American Heart Association (December 2022- December 2024)
DPAM Certifications #260293 Active 09/23/2019 - Simpsonville KY 01/30/2024
Professional Membership
NBCOT Occupational Therapist # 429164 (September 2019- March 2025)
KBLOT State Licensure ID: 260293 (September 2019)
Fieldwork
Chatterbox-Crestwood, KY (October 2018-January 2019)
- Provided diagnostic and therapeutic services related to children’s needs in the areas of fine motor development, hand writing and motor planning skills.
- Worked with parents to determine sensory needs and educate on integration.
- Severed children in home, daycare, school, and the clinical settings through the First Steps program or private pay.
Signature Healthcare (East)- Louisville, KY (January-April 2019)
- Provided patient centered care and occupational therapy evaluations/treatment services for adults with orthopedic injuries; progressive neurological, cardiac, and pulmonary diseases; and chronic acute illness.
- Implemented task-oriented interventions and evaluated/fit patients with appropriate orthotics for contracture management.
- Evaluated wheelchair positioning to improve posture, comfort, and independence throughout the facility.
Timeline
Inpatient Occupational Therapist
Frazier Rehab Institute
04.2020 - Current
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Associates in Pediatric Therapy
11.2019 - 04.2020
Outpatient Occupational Therapist
Frazier Rehab Institute
11.2019 - 04.2020
Rehab Aide
Frazier Rehab Institute
08.2017 - 11.2019
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy -
Spalding University
Bachelor of Science in Health Science -
Spalding University