Ashley Idone
Mahopac,NY
Summary
Occupational therapist delivering patient-centered evaluations to identify functional needs and barriers. Designs customized therapy interventions that use adaptive equipment, skills training, and activity modification. Demonstrates adaptability and collaborative communication to drive measurable patient progress.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Sensory Freeway
Brooklyn, NY
12.2025 - 09.2026
- Provided individualized, evidence-based occupational therapy for preschool, elementary, and middle school students aligned with IEP goals, NYS curriculum learning standards, and NYC DOE guidelines to strengthen academic, play, and self-care skills across classroom, home, and community settings.
- Supported classroom participation and curriculum access through collaborative push-in and pull-out service delivery.
- Worked with general education teachers, special education teachers, physical therapists, and speech-language pathologists to promote skill carryover across educational settings.
- Helped parents understand child development and offered home strategies to support continued progress.
- Completed assessments to identify developmental delays or areas of concern.
- Coached parents on play-based therapy and daily routines.
- Delivered early intervention therapy in community settings.
- Completed informal occupational therapy assessments through clinical observation and session-note data to guide goal setting and lesson planning.
Occupational Therapist
Regional Medical Center
San Jose, CA
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Delivered skilled OT services in a Level II trauma center, floating across trauma, telemetry, ICU and PCU units
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations and implemented individualized, goal-driven treatment plans
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to align treatment strategies and improve patient outcomes
- Recommended durable medical equipment and coordinated discharge plans to enhance patient readiness for home care
- Educated families and caregivers on care protocols to facilitate safe transitions
Occupational Therapist
Swedish Hospital Cherry Hill Campus
Seattle, WA
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Conducted evaluations and implemented evidence-based interventions as primary acute care OT on cardiac unit, enhancing patient recovery.
- Recommended environmental modifications and adaptive strategies to promote independence in daily activities.
- Provided caregiver training to ensure seamless continuity of care at discharge, improving caregiver confidence.
Occupational Therapist
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Syracuse, NY
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Assessed patients' physical and cognitive abilities; developed and modified treatment plans to meet rehabilitation goals
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize rehabilitation strategies and enhance patient recovery
- Conducted progress reassessments to evaluate patient outcomes and documented medical necessity for durable medical equipment, ensuring appropriate resources for continued care
- Practiced in Level I trauma center, delivering occupational therapy across MICU, ED, stroke, cardiac, orthopedic, trauma, and oncology units to support diverse patient needs
Occupational Therapist
Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
San Luis Obispo, CA
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered OT services in ICU, medical-surgical, and telemetry units at a Level III trauma center
- Executed care plans prioritizing independence in ADLs/IADLs, enhancing safety in functional environments
- Provided discharge recommendations and adaptive strategies to support long-term patient success
Occupational Therapist
Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided acute care in ICU, stroke, trauma, cardiac, orthopedic, and telemetry units to support patient recovery and rehabilitation
- Conducted patient evaluations, implemented targeted interventions, and maintained precise documentation of patient progress
Occupational Therapist
San Joaquin General Hospital
French Camp, CA
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided occupational therapy in ED, ICU, medical-surgical, and medical guarded unit at level II trauma center, enhancing patient recovery
- Assessed needs and recommended adaptive equipment and environmental modifications to improve patient independence and safety
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on effective health management techniques to promote well-being and self-care
Occupational Therapist
Winsor Manor Rehabilitation Center of Concord
Concord, CA
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Conducted initial evaluations and developed individualized treatment plans in a skilled nursing facility
- Executed therapy interventions tailored to short- and long-term residents' needs
- Completed discharge planning and facilitated patient/family education while supervising COTAs
Occupational Therapist
Dumont Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
New Rochelle, NY
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Evaluated patients and collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop tailored care plans
- Treated patients across ventilator, memory care, short-term, and long-term units to support recovery
- Educated caregivers, facilitated safe discharges, and supervised COTAs to enhance patient care
Occupational Therapist
Buena Vida Continuing Care and Rehabilitation Center
Brooklyn, NY
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Delivered OT services in short-term rehab, long-term care, and memory care units to enhance patient recovery and well-being.
- Facilitated weekly care plan meetings to align therapy disciplines with family and interdisciplinary team for comprehensive patient support.
- Oversaw COTAs while ensuring thorough, timely documentation to maintain continuity of care and compliance.
Occupational Therapist
Amsterdam Nursing Home
New York, NY
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Performed client-centered evaluations to develop and implement individualized plans of care for OT services in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care settings
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient-centered care
- Attended weekly care plan meetings to evaluate and adjust therapy services based on patient progress
- Supervised COTAs, ensuring timely documentation and compliance with care standards
Occupational Therapist
Essex Center
Elizabethtown, NY
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Performed client-centered evaluations to develop individualized care plans
- Educated clients on precautions, adaptive equipment, and ADL/IADL training to enhance safety and promote independence
- Maintained continuity of care in skilled nursing facility by coordinating with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive treatment
- Treated clients across short-term, long-term and memory care units with neurological, orthopedic and cardiac conditions
- Prepared clients for discharge by promoting independence and maximizing functional abilities through tailored transition plans
- Attended weekly care plan meetings and collaborated with therapy services
- Supervised COTAs and completed efficient documentation
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Brenau University
Gainesville, GA12-2019
Bachelor of Science - Health Science Studies-Minor in Psychology
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT05-2015
Skills
- Discharge planning and recommendations
- Treatment evaluation and goal setting
- Functional assessments
- Progress monitoring
- Patient-centered care
- Family and patient education
- ADL training
- Adaptive equipment use
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy March 2027 Identification Number: 436533
- Licensed through the New York State Board of Occupational Therapy February 2029 Identification Number: 024745
- Licensed through the California Board of Occupational Therapy March 2027 Identification Number: 21562
- Licensed through the Washington State Department of Health March 2027 Identification Number: 61599722
- Licensed through the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs September 2027 Identification Number: 46TR01292300
- American Heart Association BLS/CPR Healthcare Providers Certification April 2027 Identification Number: 265414755785
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Sensory Freeway
12.2025 - 09.2026
Occupational Therapist
Regional Medical Center
04.2025 - 07.2025
Occupational Therapist
Swedish Hospital Cherry Hill Campus
10.2024 - 01.2025
Occupational Therapist
SUNY Upstate Medical University
02.2024 - 06.2024
Occupational Therapist
Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
10.2023 - 01.2024
Occupational Therapist
Desert Regional Medical Center
03.2023 - 06.2023
Occupational Therapist
San Joaquin General Hospital
05.2022 - 02.2023
Occupational Therapist
Winsor Manor Rehabilitation Center of Concord
01.2022 - 04.2022
Occupational Therapist
Dumont Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
11.2021 - 12.2021
Occupational Therapist
Buena Vida Continuing Care and Rehabilitation Center
08.2021 - 10.2021
Occupational Therapist
Amsterdam Nursing Home
03.2021 - 06.2021
Occupational Therapist
Essex Center
09.2020 - 02.2021
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Brenau University
Bachelor of Science - Health Science Studies-Minor in Psychology
Quinnipiac University