Bethany Mathison
Lafayette,IN
Summary
Compassionate Occupational Therapist with diverse experience in pediatric, adult, and geriatric rehabilitative care. Strengths include the design and implementation of treatment plans to enhance functional abilities, improve quality of life, and facilitate return to daily activities. Proven record of success collaborating within interdisciplinary medical teams while advocating for patient needs. With an empathetic approach, have consistently provided high-quality therapeutic interventions resulting in positive patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Occupational Therapist
Franciscan Health East
01.2021 - Current
- Performed comprehensive evaluations, treatments and related follow-up services including discharge planning for critically ill adults in intensive-care and medical-surgical units
- Developed and administered individualized treatment plans to help restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability through self-care management and activities of daily living
- Collaborated with patients and other healthcare personnel through co-treatments and participation in interdisciplinary rounds to provide the best and most up to date evidenced-based practice
- Supervised and educated support personnel, level II occupational therapy students, family members, and caregivers on how to best assist with daily routines
- Cross-trained to provide skilled occupational therapy services in several settings, including acute care, neonatal intensive care, and acute inpatient rehabilitation
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - Occupational Therapy
Washington University School of Medicine
Saint Louis, MO 08.2018 - 12.2020
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Psychology
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN 08.2014 - 12.2017
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Therapeutic intervention
- Functional mobility
- Geriatric rehabilitation
- Discharge planning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical documentation
- Effective communication
- Time management
Certification
- National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), Registered Occupational Therapist #451768
- Indiana License to Practice Occupational Therapy, License #31007427A
- NIH Stroke Scale Certified, 05/01/26
Timeline
Registered Occupational Therapist
Franciscan Health East
01.2021 - Current
MASTER OF SCIENCE - Occupational Therapy
Washington University School of Medicine
08.2018 - 12.2020
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Psychology
Indiana Wesleyan University
08.2014 - 12.2017