Amy Boettner
Grosse Ile Township
Summary
Caring and well-trained occupational therapist with 20 years of experience dedicated to achieving superior patient outcomes through assessment, interpretation and implementation of treatment plans based on the individual patient's needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
North Point Educational Service Center
10.2015 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal student success and growth in their educational journey.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations to accurately identify students'' strengths and areas for improvement.
- Completion of ETR and IEP reports, and participation in team meetings to address student's needs based on information obtained through assessments, observations, interviews and record reviews.
- Consulted with parents and caregivers regularly, offering guidance on how to reinforce therapy strategies at home for maximum benefit.
- Worked closely with special education teachers, integrating therapeutic strategies into lesson plans for a cohesive approach to learning support services.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve fine motor skills necessary for daily living tasks such as writing or using utensils during meals.
- Assisted students with disabilities in developing self-regulation strategies, resulting in increased participation during class activities.
Occupational Therapist- PRN
Orchard Villa- Blue Sky Therapy
07.2008 - Current
- Provided screenings, facility evaluations, and planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning and prevent disability
- Supervision of occupational therapy assistants in order to ensure appropriate patient treatments and progress monitoring.
- Custom wheelchair seating, positioning, splinting/contracture management, and staff education.
- Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in the decision-making progress.
- Communication with the team and patient advocacy.
Occupational Therapist
Genesis Healthcare- Sylvania And Point Place Care
06.2008 - Current
- Completed patient evaluations and planned individually designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability
- Supervised OT assistants. Both full-time staff as well as PRN
- Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
- Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in the decision-making process.
- Inspected physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures.
- Completed home evaluations in preparation for patient return home.
- Addressed wheelchair seating and positioning, splinting, staff education, and use of modalities (ACP trained) in patient treatment for pain, range of motion, and edema management.
- Established positive rapport with patients.
- Provided back-up support to the Director of Therapy. Assisted in scheduling and planning minutes for patient treatments, supervision of therapy staff, running and attending meetings, discharge planning, and being a patient and family advocate.
Occupational Therapist
Genacross Lutheran Services
01.2014 - 10.2015
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Collaborated with patients and caregivers to determine appropriate goals and best treatment plans to meet the goals.
- Supervision of occupational therapy assistants to ensure appropriate service.
- Contributed to team meetings to address patients' level of need in order to prepare for appropriate discharge.
- Addressed wheelchair seating and positioning, custom wheelchair assessments, splinting, positioning, and use of modalities for treatment of pain, range of motion, and lymphedema.
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI06.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Toledo
Toledo, OH12.1997
Skills
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Discharge Planning
- Clinical reasoning
- Pediatric-Geriatric Therapy
- Wheelchair Seating and adaptive equipment knowledge
- Home modifications
- Motor Coordination and Sensory Integration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
North Point Educational Service Center
10.2015 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Genacross Lutheran Services
01.2014 - 10.2015
Occupational Therapist- PRN
Orchard Villa- Blue Sky Therapy
07.2008 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Genesis Healthcare- Sylvania And Point Place Care
06.2008 - Current
Master of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Toledo
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