DEBORAH KRUEGER
Plano
Summary
Occupational Therapist with extensive experience at HealthSouth Plano, specializing in patient evaluation and rehabilitation goal setting. Demonstrated success in implementing strategies and enhancing communication with patients and families. Skilled in team supervision and clinic organization, advocating for patient needs to achieve optimal outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Occupational Therapist
HealthSouth Plano
Plano
05.2003 - 10.2019
- Evaluated patients' physical and mental abilities and analyzed medical data to set realistic rehabilitation goals.
- Supervised COTA and rehab techs; treated adults with various neurological and orthopedic conditions.
- Coordinated occupational therapy with other therapeutic activities and trained caregivers on patient care during and after therapy.
- Took time off to be a stay-at-home mom (2012-2016).
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Therapy 2000
Dallas
02.2007 - 01.2011
- Evaluated and treated children in home settings, addressing various diagnoses.
- Provided therapy intervention including bed mobility, wheelchair positioning, gross and fine motor coordination, ADLs, sensory processing, activities, and family training.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Instructed patients and families in home programs and adaptive equipment use.
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Sensory Star Center
Lakewood
07.2002 - 09.2007
- Evaluated and treated children with dyspraxia, autism, and other developmental delays in a sensory-based clinic.
- Addressed sensory processing and motor skills to support academic needs.
- Collaborated with parents and caregivers on progress and home program activities.
Adult Occupational Therapist (PRN)
Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas
Dallas
05.2003 - 01.2005
- Evaluated and treated patients in acute and rehab settings.
Pediatric Occupational Therapist/Supervisor
Gallagher Pediatric Therapy
Fullerton
12.1998 - 07.2002
- Supervised occupational therapists and initiated projects to improve clinic organization and safety.
- Evaluated and treated pediatric clients in school settings, sensory clinics, and homes.
- Developed individual educational plans (IEPs) to promote students' educational, physical, and social development.
Staff II OTR
UCLA Medical Center
Los Angeles
08.1993 - 12.1997
- Evaluated and treated patients with various neurological diagnoses in an inpatient rehab and research department.
- Supervised a COTA and occasionally one OTR.
- Assisted with coverage in acute inpatients, outpatients, and work hardening.
Education
BS - Occupational Therapy
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA06.1991
Skills
- Handwriting intervention techniques
- Sensory integration strategies
- Patient evaluation and assessment
- Therapeutic techniques and interventions
- Adaptive equipment training and use
- Rehabilitation goal setting
- Effective communication skills
- Team supervision and collaboration
- Documentation and record management
- Patient advocacy and rapport building
Timeline
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Therapy 2000
02.2007 - 01.2011
Adult Occupational Therapist
HealthSouth Plano
05.2003 - 10.2019
Adult Occupational Therapist (PRN)
Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas
05.2003 - 01.2005
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Sensory Star Center
07.2002 - 09.2007
Pediatric Occupational Therapist/Supervisor
Gallagher Pediatric Therapy
12.1998 - 07.2002
Staff II OTR
UCLA Medical Center
08.1993 - 12.1997
BS - Occupational Therapy
Loma Linda University