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Chelsie Gonzalez

Athens,GA

Summary

Occupational therapy professional with robust background in delivering patient-focused care to improve daily living activities. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic environments. Possesses strong skills in therapeutic interventions and patient education.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Occupational Therapist

Wonder Therapeutic Services
02.2022 - Current
  • Treated 25-30 pediatric clients each week
  • Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
  • Managed and maintained a caseload of children ages 6 months-16 years old.

Health Care Specialist

United States Army
09.2013 - 10.2016
  • Served as a Health Care Specialist at a Soldier Care Clinic, providing medical care for approximately 50 soldiers a week.
  • Ensured that approximately 15,000 soldiers were medically mission ready before and after deployments
  • Effectively medically processed 3,974 incoming soldiers to Fort Bliss.
  • Assisted in the consolidation and re-distribution of medical supplies to other regional offices which resulted in saving the corporation $17,919.53. Provided care and maintenance of medical equipment worth in excess of 1.5 million dollars.
  • Instructed 2 Combat Life Saver Courses to over 60 soldiers, resulting in them being certified to perform life saving measures while in a combat zone.
  • Performed all duties as an Orderly Room Clerk with zero deficiencies or lost paperwork.

Health Care Specialist

United States Army
10.2010 - 09.2012
  • Provided both emergency and standard medical care to military personnel by conducting verbal and physical exams and administering appropriate treatment.
  • Assisted in the establishment of the Early Entry Package and the follow on reception and integration of the 84 bed Combat Support Hospital.
  • Seamlessly incorporated over 180 British and German Army medical NATO partners to the 212th Combat Support Hospital.
  • Supervised the Fire Safety program for the department as well as the organization.
  • Maintained and managed all supplies and equipment for the Emergency Department with 100 percent and no loss.

Education

Masters of Science - Occupational Therapy

Brenau University
Gainesville, GA
12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Pre-OT

Brenau University
Gainesville, GA
05.2019

Skills

  • Family and patient education
  • Clinical reasoning
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Direct patient care
  • Sensory integration

Certification

  • Certificate, Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) | Expires 2024-03
  • Certificate, Health Care Specialist | 2010-07-14 - 2010-10-01 | AMEDD Center and School | San Antonio, Texas
  • Certificate, BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR), Expires 2022-02, Stone Mountain, GA

Training

National Registered Emergency Medical Technician | Expired 2024-03-31

Clinical Experience

  • Practiced as a OTR/L in private out patient setting, treating 25-30 pediatric patients per week
  • Level II Fieldwork | St. Mary’s Hospital, Athens GA | 2021-01-2021-04
  • Oversaw approximately 7-9 patients a day, primarily with orthopedic, cardiac, and neurological diagnoses.
  • Worked in an interdisciplinary team with many patients to implement safe and efficient treatment interventions.
  • Frequently administered neurological exams, manual muscle testing, and ADL assessments to establish the course of treatment and/or discharge location.
  • Level II Fieldwork | Soar Children’s Therapy | 2021-08-2021-11
  • Oversaw a caseload of 20 children with diagnoses’ of autism, anxiety, sensory processing disorder, Down’s Syndrome, and ADHD.
  • Frequently administered, interpreted, and reported results of the Sensory Processing Measure, Sensory Profile, PDMS-2, Beery VMI, Adaptive Behavior Diagnostic Scale, The Print tool, BOT-2 brief & short forms, and the PEDI-CAT
  • Used and implemented evidence-based practices, ensuring meaningful and appropriate interventions for each child and their specific needs.
  • Effectively communicated and corroborated with clients and their families guaranteeing wants and needs of clients were met.
  • Became proficient with Fusion and all documentation required by the clinic.

Timeline

Occupational Therapist

Wonder Therapeutic Services
02.2022 - Current

Health Care Specialist

United States Army
09.2013 - 10.2016

Health Care Specialist

United States Army
10.2010 - 09.2012

Masters of Science - Occupational Therapy

Brenau University

Bachelor of Science - Pre-OT

Brenau University

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