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Emily Flinn

Fayetteville

Summary

Patient-focused professional with many years of experience in developing therapeutic interventions and programs using recreational activities to drive participant health. Expert in creating wide variety of social and physical activities based on needs and capabilities of individuals. Diligent in monitoring and recording progress to evaluate success and adjust program to facilitate goal achievement.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Recreational Therapist

Emory Healthcare
Atlanta
11.2019 - 05.2023
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss assessment findings, treatment goals and progress updates .
  • Created documentation of patient treatment plans, change in treatment, progress and outcome evaluations to facilitate recordkeeping objectives.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress during recreational therapy sessions.
  • Conducted assessments of client needs in order to develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure best possible care for patients.
  • Educated family members on how to incorporate recreational therapies into home routines.

Rehabilitation Technician

Emory Healthcare
Atlanta
12.2018 - 08.2019
  • Assisted with the scheduling of patients for therapy to maximize efficiency and provide optimal patient care.
  • Assisted with the scheduling of patients for therapy to maximize efficiency and provide optimal patient care.
  • Supervised patients for physical or emotional changes, which may indicate an adverse change in condition during therapy sessions.
  • Performed cleaning duties for the treatment area including disinfecting equipment after each use.

Direct Support Professional

Imagine! Behavioral Health Services
Lafayette
05.2018 - 09.2018
  • Gained experience working with individuals with a variety of developmental and physical challenges in recreational settings.
  • Responsible for pick up, drop off, recreation participation, and documentation for assigned participants each week.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Recreation

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA
05-2018

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Progress documentation
  • Team collaboration
  • Individual treatment plans
  • Recordkeeping procedures
  • Client education
  • Activity planning
  • Time management
  • Crisis intervention
  • Patient advocacy
  • Therapeutic recreation

Timeline

Recreational Therapist

Emory Healthcare
11.2019 - 05.2023

Rehabilitation Technician

Emory Healthcare
12.2018 - 08.2019

Direct Support Professional

Imagine! Behavioral Health Services
05.2018 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Science - Recreation

Georgia Southern University
Emily Flinn