BOBBI BESEAU
St Louis,MO
Summary
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with 11 years of experience working with individuals of geriatric population. Well-versed in delivering effective rehabilitation services, documenting progress, and meeting schedules. Former Director of Rehabilitation experienced in clinical management, knowledge of insurance specifications, and clinical utilization. Known for strong time management, organization, and communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Restorative Therapist / COTA
Mcknight Place Assisted Living And Skilled Nursing
01.2024 - Current
- Educated patients and their families on therapy techniques, promoting follow-through of home exercise programs and ensuring continuity of care.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Provided therapy services to improve ROM, strength, functional activity tolerance, and gait to ensure improved quality of life
Director of Rehabilitation
Powerback Rehabilitation
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Responsible for efficient management of rehab services and support the delivery of the highest standard and quality of rehab services
- Supported therapy staff in identifying and removing barriers to treatment and provide clinical education to meet the needs of the patient
- Ensured clinical management of the rehab department including patient scheduling, care planning, clinical utilization, and quality improvement
- Communicated with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient rehabilitation needs
- Advocated for patient needs with insurance companies, facilitating approval for necessary therapy services
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Genesis Rehab Services
10.2013 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented functional client-centered treatments under the supervision of the OT/R to help patients develop and improve: strength, motor skills, balance, wheelchair positioning, upper extremity splinting / contracture management, safety, and ADL/IADL independence in order to return to prior level of function
- Provided accurate documentation to record patient progress and assist with goal writing
- Attended care plan meetings with patients, their family members, and interdisciplinary members to achieve the best outcome for the patient
- Provide home assessments with the patient and family members to determine in-home modifications, adaptive equipment, and problem solve barriers associated with discharge from facility
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Select Rehabilitation
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Provide PRN coverage in skilled nursing rehabilitation
Education
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Associates in Applied Science
Rend Lake College
Ina, IL05.2013
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Outcome Measurement
- Therapeutic Techniques
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Restorative Therapist / COTA
Mcknight Place Assisted Living And Skilled Nursing
01.2024 - Current
Director of Rehabilitation
Powerback Rehabilitation
08.2021 - 01.2024
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Select Rehabilitation
12.2018 - 01.2020
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Genesis Rehab Services
10.2013 - 08.2021
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Associates in Applied Science
Rend Lake College
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