Andrew Woolward
Queens,NY
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist with 18 years of experience working with children and adults within the school and home settings. Skilled in conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, providing patient care and education. Highly motivated with strong leadership, interpersonal and task prioritization skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Occupational Therapist
Theradynamics
07.2023 - Current
- Facilitated smooth transitions from inpatient rehabilitation settings to home environments by coordinating necessary resources and support systems.
- Increased patient satisfaction with home health services by providing exceptional care and support.
- Improved patients' quality of life by addressing physical, cognitive, and emotional needs through targeted interventions.
- Enhanced patient recovery by developing individualized home health occupational therapy plans.
- Maintained detailed documentation of all therapy sessions, assessments, and communications for accurate record keeping and legal compliance.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by effectively managing caseloads and efficiently coordinating care.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to optimize overall care plans for each client.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess functional limitations, set realistic goals, and develop appropriate intervention strategies.
- Advocated for patients' rights within the healthcare system, empowering them to take control of their own wellbeing.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through continued education courses and professional development opportunities.
Per Diem Home Health Occupational Therapist
Better Yourself Rehabilitation
10.2009 - Current
- Enhanced patient recovery by developing individualized home health occupational therapy plans.
- Promoted patient independence through adaptive equipment assessments and recommendations.
- Streamlined therapy processes, including scheduling and billing, to improve efficiency and reduce administrative burdens on patients and their families.
- Educated patients and families on proper home safety modifications to reduce fall risks and improve accessibility.
- Improved patients' quality of life by addressing physical, cognitive, and emotional needs through targeted interventions.
- Ensured adherence to professional ethical standards while delivering high-quality occupational therapy services in home health settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided ongoing education to caregivers regarding appropriate techniques for supporting patients during daily activities.
Senior Occupational Therapist
New York City Department Of Education, New York
03.2006 - 08.2023
- Increased student engagement through utilization of creative therapeutic activities tailored to individual interests.
- Improved student outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely documentation and communication with team members.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for improved social skills and community integration among participants.
- Provided ongoing education to teachers, paraprofessional and other increased team members regarding student care techniques, fostering supportive school environment.
- Conducted evaluations of students' abilities and limitations, guiding creation of appropriate intervention strategies.
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Adapted environments by making changes to students' classroom, workplaces and school environments to promote safety, independence and participation.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Long Island University
Brooklyn09.2005
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education - Exercise Science
Brooklyn College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY06.2002
Skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Geriatric Care
- Patient Education
- Patient Management
- Intervention Planning
- Progress Monitoring
- Patient evaluations
- Pediatric Therapy
- Treatment Planning
- Functional Testing
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Documentation skills
Affiliations
- NBCOT
- AOTA
Timeline
Home Health Occupational Therapist
Theradynamics
07.2023 - Current
Per Diem Home Health Occupational Therapist
Better Yourself Rehabilitation
10.2009 - Current
Senior Occupational Therapist
New York City Department Of Education, New York
03.2006 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Long Island University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education - Exercise Science
Brooklyn College of The City University of New York
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