Chris Voegele
Lynwood
Summary
Dynamic COTA with extensive experience at Convivio Health, specializing in work rehabilitation and individualized treatment plans. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and creative therapeutic techniques. Skilled in adaptive equipment and group therapy facilitation, fostering independence and recovery in diverse populations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
COTA/Director of ORP
Convivio Health
Lynnwood, WA
11.2020 - Current
- Lead of the Work Rehabilitation program, I lead group sessions to safely progress strength and activity tolerance.
- Develope individualized work simulation treatment plans, educate in safe body mechanics, and progress independence with symptom management strategies
- Maintain up to date medical documentation and monitor caseloads for the therapy team.
- Coordinate patient care with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, claims managers, vocational counselors, and attorneys.
COTA
ATI Physical Therapy
Mountlake Terrace, WA
01.2018 - 11.2020
- Provided supervision and care for a diverse patient population in the work rehabilitation program, individual OT treatments to address orthopedic injuries, and hand therapy services.
- Worked under the supervision of a lead OTR/L and assisted in developing individualized job simulation circuits to address pain and functional deficits.
- Educated patients on therapeutic exercises to promote engagement and recovery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
COTA
Harborview Medical Center
Seattle, WA
12.2014 - 11.2020
- Provided OT services in an acute, inpatient hospital seeing at a level one trauma center.
- Worked with patients following traumatic orthopedic and neurological injuries including spinal cord injury, TBI/CVA, amputations and burns.
- Provided education and training for ADL/IADL tasks such as dressing, bathing, toileting, meal prep, household chores, and community reintegration.
- Worked with a multidisciplinary care team including physicians, nurses, OT, PT, and speech therapists.
- Provided family education and training to safely transition back to home and community with maximum independence.
Case Manager
Full Life Care
Seattle, WA
07.2010 - 09.2012
- Coordinated client assessments to determine individual needs and service eligibility.
- Developed care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and service providers to enhance care effectiveness.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted care plans as necessary to promote optimal outcomes.
- Conducted regular follow-ups to ensure adherence to service delivery and address client concerns.
- Advocated for clients' needs within community resources, ensuring access to appropriate services and support.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
Emergency Medical Technician
TriMed
Renton, WA
07.2008 - 07.2010
- Administered first aid and emergency care to patients in the community.
- Provided first aid and other other life saving measures such as CPR and external defibrillation in order to stabilize patients for safe transportation to the appropriate facility.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient handoff during transport.
- Assessed patient conditions quickly to determine appropriate care and treatment plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Green River Community College
Auburn, Washington, WA08.2014
Skills
- Creativity in treatment
- Adaptive equipment expertise
- Wheelchair seating evaluation
- Activity analysis
- Geriatric care
- Therapeutic techniques
- Fine motor skills
- Home modification
- Sensory integration
- Gross motor skills
- Client education
- Group therapy facilitation
- Orthopedic care
- Stroke recovery assistance
- Cognitive rehabilitation
- Therapy delivery
- Occupational therapy
- Neurological disorders
- CPR/AED
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
Timeline
COTA/Director of ORP
Convivio Health
11.2020 - Current
COTA
ATI Physical Therapy
01.2018 - 11.2020
COTA
Harborview Medical Center
12.2014 - 11.2020
Case Manager
Full Life Care
07.2010 - 09.2012
Emergency Medical Technician
TriMed
07.2008 - 07.2010
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Green River Community College