Emily Agate
Franklin Square,USA
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and focused on using therapeutic approaches to help clients reach highest potential. Develop and provide therapeutic interventions and assessments to variety of patients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
River Ridge Living Center
River Ridge Living Center
04.2024 - Current
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Provided education to patients and families to understand conditions and treatments
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Mentored occupational therapy students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development.
- Enhanced patient function through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercises.
Occupational Therapist
Delmar Center
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Meticulously reviewed medical records and referrals to implement best treatment methods
- Managed a caseload of 12+ patients a day and direct plan of care
- Oversee certified occupational therapy assistants caseload of 14+ patients a day
- Contributes to team meetings and collaborates with management to facilitate with decision making process
- Evaluate and treat a wide range of conditions such as Alzheimer’s, CVA, Parkinson’s, chronic and acute pain to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, and prevent disability
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
Occupational Therapy Student
Boght Hills Elementary School
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided individual occupational therapy-based services to children that included handwriting, fine motor skills, and sensory regulation techniques in a school setting
- Completed evaluation/assessment of sensory and fine/gross motor skills for children ages 5-8 years old
- Effectively managed 100% of the caseload: 25 students per week, 6-8 sessions per day in both group and 1:1
- Led specialized interventions to address deficits impacting participation in age appropriate educational tasks
Occupational Therapy Student
Roosevelt Warm Spring Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided occupational therapy services in an inpatient rehabilitation setting to address the individual needs of each patient and document session notes into electronic medical records
- Completed evaluations on individuals with a wide range of debilities and orthopedic conditions
- Oversaw/worked with occupational therapy assistants on treatment ideas and course of care for patients
- Provided personalized home exercise programs to maximize therapeutic benefits for patients when not in therapy
- Collaborated with interprofessional team and educated families to ensure smooth transition to home or next setting of care after completion stay in rehabilitation facility
Occupational Therapy Student
Troy Elementary School
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Working with children based on their needs, such as handwriting, scissor skills and coloring in the lines
- Evaluated children based on suspected provided by their teacher
- Created intervention plans to help children progress with skills
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Russell Sage College
Troy, NY12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Russell Sage College
Troy, NY05.2021
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability
- Decision Making
Licensure, certifications, and trainings
- Licensed Occupational Therapist, New York- 04/23
- Registered through National Board Certification of Occupational Therapy- 03/23
- CPR certified through American Red Cross- 10/23
Timeline
River Ridge Living Center
River Ridge Living Center
04.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Delmar Center
04.2023 - 04.2024
Occupational Therapy Student
Boght Hills Elementary School
09.2022 - 12.2022
Occupational Therapy Student
Roosevelt Warm Spring Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022
Occupational Therapy Student
Troy Elementary School
01.2022 - 04.2022
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Russell Sage College
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Russell Sage College
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