COURTNEY ELLISON
Oak Ridge,United States
Summary
Accomplished occupational therapist adept in clinical reasoning and critical thinking. Excelled in providing patient education and adaptive techniques, enhancing occupational performance. Demonstrated adaptability and effective communication, achieving significant patient progress through evidence-based practice.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Occupational Therapist (Travel)
Gold Country Health Center
Placerville, California
01.2025 - Current
- Evaluated and treated caseload of 12-14 individuals daily with diverse diagnoses.
- Delivered caregiver training to improve safety protocols for individuals before discharge.
- Utilized EMR (PCC and NetHealth) to complete evaluations, daily treatments, and progress notes to maintain accurate patient records.
Occupational Therapist (Travel)
Fair Oaks Health Care Center
Fair Oaks, California
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Evaluated and treated 8 to 10 patients with diverse diagnoses, including hip replacements, respiratory failure, and dementia.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to improve patients' daily living skills and overall quality of life.
- Documented daily treatments, evaluations, and re-evaluations using EMRs (PCC and NetHealth) to ensure continuity of care.
Occupational Therapist (Travel)
Lone Tree Post Acute
Antioch, California
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Managed a caseload of 8-10 individuals with varying diagnoses, including but not limited to congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and distal humerus fractures.
- Implemented skilled interventions using restorative, compensatory, and adaptative techniques to enhance patient functional outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, family members, and caregivers to coordinate patient care strategies.
Fieldwork Level II B
Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital
Knoxville, Tennessee
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Managed daily caseload of 8-10 individuals with post-stroke, total hip replacement, and cardiovascular disease, ensuring comprehensive evaluation, planning, implementation, and documentation of care.
- Provided family/patient education and training on adaptive techniques and equipment for increased safety at discharge.
- Maintained accurate patient records using Scion Health EMR system, ensuring compliance with healthcare documentation standards.
Fieldwork Level II A
Tristar Physical Therapy
Jefferson City, Tennessee
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Evaluated, planned, and treated a variety of upper extremity diagnoses, such as rotator cuff repair, distal radius fracture, and tennis/golfer elbow.
- Monitored productivity standards while managing caseload of 16-18 patients daily to ensure optimal patient care.
- Documented evaluation findings, treatments, and progress notes in Prompt EMR system to maintain accurate patient records.
- Contributed to staff meetings and case conferences to enhance collaborative approach to patient care.
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Tennessee Wesleyan University
Athens08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro05-2022
Associates of Science -
Roane State Community College
Harriman05-2019
Skills
- Clinical reasoning
- Intervention planning
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professional communication
- Therapeutic self-use
- Team collaboration
Certification
BLS Certification
Timeline
Occupational Therapist (Travel)
Fair Oaks Health Care Center
06.2025 - 12.2025
Occupational Therapist (Travel)
Gold Country Health Center
01.2025 - Current
Occupational Therapist (Travel)
Lone Tree Post Acute
11.2024 - 06.2025
Fieldwork Level II B
Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2024 - 06.2024
Fieldwork Level II A
Tristar Physical Therapy
01.2024 - 03.2024
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Tennessee Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Middle Tennessee State University
Associates of Science -
Roane State Community College