Cynthia Caldwell
Langhorne,PA
Summary
Skilled Occupational Therapist with exceptional grasp of healthcare compliance requirements and standard therapeutic procedures. Proficient in program leadership, team development and training. I have completed peer chart reviews in multiple home care positions assessing OASIS, state and Joint Commission compliance. Over 30 years of experience working with patients of various diagnosis including but not limited to neurologic, orthopedic, complex medical conditions, chronic care management, and strong skills in environmental assessments and caregiver training. Within the past 2 years I have directly supervised level 1 and level 2 occupational therapy students from Thomas Jefferson University OT Masters degrees program. This supervision included instruction, correction and assessment of skills for vital signs, full occupational therapy evaluation, treatment plan execution, caregiver training and ensuring strong documentation skills. I hold a certification in Home Modifications through University of Southern California and co-own a company, Adaptive Living Solutions which I have performed home assessments for accessibility modifications and remodeling. I have received certification in the Skills 2 Care program through Thomas Jefferson University focusing on dementia caregiver training and education.
I am currently looking to transition from direct patient care to secure a position as a Utilization Reviewer.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Occupational Therapist
Jefferson Home Health And Hospice
Willow Grove, PA
04.2015 - Current
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Supervised Level 1 and Level 2 OT students over the past 2 years which included assessing, and assisting to develop their critical thinking for documentation skills for compliance and reimbursement.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Occupational Therapist
Lower Bucks Home Care
Bristol, PA
01.2015 - 10.2015
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Meticulously reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.
- Peer chart Reviews
Occupational Therapist
Southeastern Home Care
Bristol, PA
01.2015 - 10.2015
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
Occupational Therapist
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
Holland, PA
08.2013 - 01.2015
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Evaluated and treated patients in various levels including assisted living, independent living and skilled nursing levels of care.
Occupational Therapist
Mercy Home Health
Langhorne, PA
05.2009 - 08.2013
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Meticulously reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Completed peer chart reviews for compliance
- Educated patients and family caregivers on safety and compliance for OT plan of care
Home Accessibility Consultant
Adaptive Living Solutions LLC
Penndel, PA
10.2005 - 08.2013
- Completed Home Accessibility and Modifications assessments in the home.
- Completed detailed reports regarding assessment finding and modifications specific to the client's needs
- Discussed recommendations with client and family on modifications needed
- Reported to the general contractor the assessment finding and recommended modifications
- As a co-owner, assisted in daily operations of the business
Occupational Therapist
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
Bensalem, PA
05.2008 - 05.2009
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Occupational Therapist
Pediatric Therapeutic Services, Inc
Conshohocken, PA
08.2007 - 06.2008
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual students with IEP's
- Customized standard plans to meet the student's abilities and needs.
- Meticulously reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.
- Completed screenings for student's to determine need for an IEP.
- Participated in IEP meetings with team member and parents of the students.
Occupational Therapist
Holy Redeemer Home Care
Meadowbrook, PA
04.1995 - 11.2005
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Evaluated patient conditions, histories and goals.
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Meticulously reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.
- Completed peer chart reviews for state and Joint Commission compliance.
- Served as clinical liaison for appropriate home health referrals.
Occupational Therapist
Abington Hospital
Abington, PA
09.1992 - 04.1995
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Rotated through all levels of care including inpatient rehabilitation unit, acute care, and out patient care.
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Meticulously reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Completed home assessments prior to patient discharge with environmental modification recommendations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA06.1992
Skills
- Patient Safety
- Detailed activity analysis in patient care
- Initial Patient Assessments
- Goals and Performance
- Medical Records Review and Management
- Case management
- Home Environmental assessments and modifications
- Understanding medical/ Rehabilitation Coding for reimbursement for rehabilitation services
- Use EMR Systems
- Interdisciplinary treatment coordination
- Interdisciplinary teems meetings
- Peer chart reviews for OASIS compliance and optimization
Certification
- OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered
- Certified Skills 2 Care, Thomas Jefferson University
- Certified in Home Modification through University of Southern CA
- Member of the AOTA
- Hold current and active PA OT license
Timeline
Senior Occupational Therapist
Jefferson Home Health And Hospice
04.2015 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Lower Bucks Home Care
01.2015 - 10.2015
Occupational Therapist
Southeastern Home Care
01.2015 - 10.2015
Occupational Therapist
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
08.2013 - 01.2015
Occupational Therapist
Mercy Home Health
05.2009 - 08.2013
Occupational Therapist
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
05.2008 - 05.2009
Occupational Therapist
Pediatric Therapeutic Services, Inc
08.2007 - 06.2008
Home Accessibility Consultant
Adaptive Living Solutions LLC
10.2005 - 08.2013
Occupational Therapist
Holy Redeemer Home Care
04.1995 - 11.2005
Occupational Therapist
Abington Hospital
09.1992 - 04.1995
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Thomas Jefferson University
- OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered
- Certified Skills 2 Care, Thomas Jefferson University
- Certified in Home Modification through University of Southern CA
- Member of the AOTA
- Hold current and active PA OT license
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