Carissa Beatrice
Louisville,KY
Summary
Dedicated Occupational Therapist with experience in adult rehabilitation across SNF, LTC, ALF settings, providing assessment and treatment intervention within the orthopedic, neurologic, and medically complex populations while delivering Medicare-compliant documentation and maintaining productively standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Forest Springs Health Campus, Synchrony Rehabilitation
12.2020 - Current
- Provided skilled occupational therapy services to short-term rehabilitation, long-term care and assisted living residents within populations involving neurological, orthopedic, cardiovascular and generalized weakness conditions
- Completed comprehensive evaluations, re-evaluations, and discharge planning while developing individualized, goal-driven plans of care to maximize patient safety, functional independence in ADLs and functional mobility with least restrictive device
- Delivered individual, concurrent and group treatment sessions focused on ADL retraining, strengthening, balance, activity tolerance, safety awareness/fall prevention, and use of adaptive equipment (AE) and durable medical equipment (DME)
- Documented all services in accordance with Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Part A and Part B regulations, maintaining productivity standards and ensuring timely, accurate clinical documentation
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members and patient/family members in weekly care plan meetings to communicate patient progress, and support safe discharge planning
Occupational Therapist
Marshall Pediatric Therapy
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Managed a high-volume outpatient pediatric caseload of approximately 45 clients, maintaining productivity of 31–37 direct treatment hours per week while completing timely, compliant documentation
- Administered, scored, and interpreted standardized pediatric assessments; developed individualized, evidence-based plans of care addressing fine motor coordination, visual-motor integration, sensory modulation, self-care skills, and postural control
- Provided outpatient pediatric occupational therapy services via in-clinic and telehealth platforms, maintaining continuity of care throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and implementing infection control and safety protocols upon return to clinic
- Designed and implemented engaging, play-based treatment sessions while routinely updating home exercise programs (HEP) to promote skill carryover across home, school, and community environments
Server
Mussel And Burger Bar
03.2017 - 12.2020
- Demonstrated strong multitasking, time management, and communication skills while collaborating with team members; trained and supported new staff on restaurant procedures and menu knowledge
- Accurately recorded and entered guest orders into POS system, maintained cleanliness and organization of service areas, and assisted on the expo line to support efficient service flow
- Provided high-quality customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment while independently managing a 4–8 table section
Occupational Therapy Student, Level II Fieldwork
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeview
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Performed occupational therapy evaluations and delivered skilled interventions at adult IPR facility under supervision, providing individual and group treatment sessions
- Educated patients and caregivers on safe use of adaptive equipment, durable medical equipment, and home exercise programs, to support safe discharge and carryover
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings and family conferences to report patient progress, functional outcomes, and discharge planning recommendations
Occupational Therapy Student, Level II Fieldwork
Central Florida Pediatric Therapy Associates
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Independently administered, scored and interpreted various standardized pediatric assessments for initial evaluations and re-evaluations
- · Provided comprehensive quality care for pediatric clients of various conditions and ages, while collaborating with parents/guardians regarding child’s plan of care
- · Organized the scheduling of re-evaluations by taking on supervisor’s managerial role of overseeing four COTAs caseloads
Rehabilitation Technician
Paragon Rehabilitation
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Scanned, uploaded, and maintained patient plans of care/therapy orders within Casamba and Matrix EMR; completed patient follow-up calls to collect therapy satisfaction data for facility records
- Managed therapy equipment and supplies, maintaining cleanliness, safety standards, and readiness of treatment areas across multiple campus locations
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Spalding University
Louisville, KY03-2019
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL05-2016
Associate of Applied Science - General Science
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL05-2014
Skills
- Proficient communication skills
- Organized documentation
- Team oriented
- Flexible scheduling, treatment intervention
- Compassionate problem solving
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Forest Springs Health Campus, Synchrony Rehabilitation
12.2020 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Marshall Pediatric Therapy
12.2019 - 12.2020
Occupational Therapy Student, Level II Fieldwork
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeview
08.2018 - 11.2018
Occupational Therapy Student, Level II Fieldwork
Central Florida Pediatric Therapy Associates
05.2018 - 07.2018
Server
Mussel And Burger Bar
03.2017 - 12.2020
Rehabilitation Technician
Paragon Rehabilitation
08.2016 - 04.2017
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Spalding University
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Associate of Applied Science - General Science
Waubonsee Community College