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Eleanor ("Ellie") Gajan

Tulsa

Summary

Dedicated occupational therapist with a strong passion for conducting comprehensive patient assessments and delivering tailored therapy plans that enhance functional independence in daily activities. Expertise in effective verbal and written communication, fostering collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, and upholding a robust work ethic. Committed to empowering patients through personalized care strategies that promote optimal recovery and well-being. Proven ability to adapt therapeutic approaches to meet diverse patient needs, ensuring a holistic and supportive treatment experience.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Occupational Therapist

Encompass Health
09.2024 - Current
  • Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans for an adult population with diverse diagnoses, including CVA, TBI, orthopedic injuries (TKA, THA, AKA/BKA), and generalized debility.
  • Deliver targeted therapeutic interventions to enhance patient strength, restore function, and promote maximal independence in activities of daily living.
  • Supervise and mentor Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), including the review and co-signature of clinical documentation to ensure quality of care.
  • Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Occupational Therapist

Sprouts Child Development
07.2022 - 08.2024
  • Created and implemented treatment plans for a caseload of approximately 40 primarily autistic pediatric clients ages 0-10 in an outpatient clinic setting.
  • Provided child-led treatment focused on addressing ADLs, sensory processing, fine motor skills, visual motor skills, and social skills to increase functional participation in daily life.

Student Occupational Therapist

Individual Client
08.2020 - 08.2021
  • Provided in-home consultation and services for a client in Tulsa including stretching, manual therapy, and exercise to an older female with a cervical spinal cord injury.

Habilitation Training Specialist

Better Life Better Care, Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Performed in-home functional services (dressing, bathing, feeding, and transfers) for a middle-aged male with a traumatic brain injury.

Volunteer - Clinic Assistant

Laureate Psychiatric Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Organized files and provided directions and information about Laureate to visitors while maintaining patient confidentiality.

Student Research Assistant

Oklahoma State University
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Monitored heart rate data, ran trials, organized files, and attached electrodes on participants for the LEAP Psychophysiological research lab at Oklahoma State University.

Education

Master of Occupational Therapy -

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Tulsa, OK
05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
05.2019

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • COTA oversight
  • Planning and executing interventions
  • Effective interpersonal communication
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Patient and family education
  • Interdepartmental cooperation

Training

  • Fieldwork IV Rotation | Saint Francis Outpatient Rehab | Tulsa, OK January 2022
  • Completed 8-week clinical rotation at Saint Francis Outpatient Rehabilitation evaluating and creating treatment plans for clients with a variety of neurological and orthopedic injuries, primarily involving the upper extremities.
  • Fieldwork III Rotation | Sprouts Child Development | Tulsa, OK October 2021
  • Completed 8-week clinical rotation at Sprouts Child Development center primarily addressing pediatric clients with ASD, ADHD, and delayed developmental milestones.
  • Fieldwork II Rotation | Hillcrest Inpatient Rehab | Tulsa, OK June 2021
  • Completed 8-week clinical rotation at Kaiser inpatient rehab primarily evaluating and creating treatment plans for clients with CVA, SCI, TBI, THA, TKA, and BKA.
  • Fieldwork I Rotation | Simucase (Online Telehealth) | Tulsa, OK July 2020
  • Completed two online simulated evaluations for pediatric clients with ASD.

Timeline

Occupational Therapist

Encompass Health
09.2024 - Current

Occupational Therapist

Sprouts Child Development
07.2022 - 08.2024

Student Occupational Therapist

Individual Client
08.2020 - 08.2021

Habilitation Training Specialist

Better Life Better Care, Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2019

Volunteer - Clinic Assistant

Laureate Psychiatric Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2019

Student Research Assistant

Oklahoma State University
01.2017 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Oklahoma State University

Master of Occupational Therapy -

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center