Elizabeth Reece
Church Hill,TN
Summary
Experienced Occupational Therapist with over 10 years in geriatric and outpatient care, including neuro, orthopedic, and worker's compensation cases. Collaborates effectively in multidisciplinary teams and leads innovative rehab interventions to enhance patient function and quality of life. Develops adaptive strategies to support patients of all ages in daily activities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist/Regional Director
Tristar Physical Therapy
Morristown, TN
08.2022 - Current
- Evaluated patient mobility, strength, and functional limitations to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises and manual techniques to improve recovery and daily function.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic medical records and updated care plans accordingly.
- Educated patients on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and safe activity modifications.
- Regional Director responsible for four outpatient physical therapy clinics with expertise in staffing, chart reviewing, and operations.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Suncrest Home Health
Kingsport, TN
07.2018 - 08.2022
- Built trusting relationships with patients to enhance therapeutic engagement.
- Recommended in-home equipment to support patient autonomy and improve wellness outcomes.
- Coordinated interventions with a multi-disciplinary treatment team.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Brookdale Senior Living
Kingsport, TN
02.2018 - 10.2018
- Conducted evaluations and assessments to recommend tailored treatment for individual patients, enhancing their rehabilitation outcomes.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for residents in assisted living communities, maximizing safety and independence to support participation in essential daily activities.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST/REHAB DIRECTOR
Heritage Healthcare
Kingsport, TN
01.2016 - 02.2018
- Performed evaluations and implemented treatment plans for residents at Wexford House SNF in order to facilitate patients ability to return to community and increase independence in the facility
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals and adjust treatment plans accordingly
- Rehab Director duties March 2017-February 2018. Performed managerial duties with multi-disciplinary team including SLPs, PTs, PTAs, OTs, COTAs , RNs, LPNs, CNAs in order to provide best care for residents
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Milligan College
Elizabethton12-2015
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Skilled Documentation
- Intervention planning
- Goal setting
- Clinical reasoning
- Team communication
- Operational metric reporting/analysis
- Independent or team player
- Self-scheduling
- Ability to self-manage scheduling
- Metric reporting
Timeline
Occupational Therapist/Regional Director
Tristar Physical Therapy
08.2022 - Current
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Suncrest Home Health
07.2018 - 08.2022
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Brookdale Senior Living
02.2018 - 10.2018
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST/REHAB DIRECTOR
Heritage Healthcare
01.2016 - 02.2018
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Milligan College