Carlyn Paxton
Ormond Beach,Florida
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Advent Health Daytona Inpatient Rehabilitation
Daytona Beach, FL
07.2024 - Current
- Assessed patients' physical and cognitive needs to develop tailored rehabilitation plans.
- Implemented neurological re-education, therapeutic activities, and therapeutic exercises to enhance patients' mobility and daily living skills.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, promoting engagement in recovery processes.
Level II Fieldwork Student
Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital
Sioux Falls, SD
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Setting: Inpatient rehabilitation
- Details: Clinical experience with neurological populations.
Level II Fieldwork Student
Pioneer Memorial Hospital and Health Services
Viborg, SD
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Setting: Rural mix – acute care, outpatient, skilled nursing, assisted living, and school-based settings
- Details: Rural service provision across the lifespan for a wide range of conditions
ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
University of South Dakota Wellness Center
Vermillion, SD
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Developed personalized fitness programs to meet diverse client needs.
- Conducted one-on-one training sessions, fostering client motivation and accountability.
- Assessed client fitness levels through comprehensive evaluations and health screenings.
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques and nutrition principles for optimal results.
Rehabilitation Technician
Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
Denver, CO
02.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisted physical therapists with patient rehabilitation exercises and progress tracking.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation to support treatment plans.
- Coordinated equipment preparation and maintenance for therapy sessions.
- Educated patients on exercise techniques and safety protocols during rehabilitation.
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05-2019
Skills
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Pelvic Health and Function
- Mental Health Interventions
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Direct patient care
- Family and patient education
- Staff education and training
Certification
- OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered
- Certified Neuro Specialist, Neuro Specialist Institute - August 2025
- Pelvic Function Level 1, Herman and Wallace - April 2026
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association - April 2026
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Advent Health Daytona Inpatient Rehabilitation
07.2024 - Current
Level II Fieldwork Student
Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2023 - 11.2023
Level II Fieldwork Student
Pioneer Memorial Hospital and Health Services
05.2023 - 08.2023
ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
University of South Dakota Wellness Center
11.2021 - 05.2022
Rehabilitation Technician
Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
02.2020 - 06.2021
Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of South Dakota
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Central Florida