Esada Lakovic
Waukee,IA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate occupational therapist with eight years of experience delivering high-quality care to adult and geriatric populations. Expertise in evidence-based practice, patient-centered treatment, individualized care planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in treating individuals with neurological, orthopedic, and chronic conditions. Fluent in English and Bosnian, with a strong commitment to culturally sensitive and effective rehabilitation care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
UnityPoint Health West Outpatient Therapy
West Des Moines, IA
12.2017 - Current
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with orthopedic, neurological, and chronic conditions.
- Provide therapy services to a diverse caseload in an outpatient setting, promoting recovery, function, and quality of life.
- Collaborate with physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, physicians, and case managers to deliver comprehensive care.
- Educate patients and families on home programs, adaptive equipment, and self-management strategies.
- Utilize evidence-based assessments to track progress and guide interventions.
- Complete point-of-service documentation and charge appropriately according to payer standards.
Acute Care Occupational Therapist
Abbott Northwestern Hospital – Courage Rehabilitation Institute
Minneapolis, MN
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Delivered occupational therapy services across multiple units including Medical/Surgical, Orthopedics, Spine, Neurology, Neurology ICU, Cardiac, and Cardiac ICU.
- Conducted patient-centered, thorough evaluations to determine the need for skilled OT intervention and established tailored care plans.
- Administered evidence-based treatments aligned with patient goals and diagnosis, progressing therapy as appropriate.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to determine discharge planning and next level of care.
- Documented services and outcomes efficiently in compliance with hospital and payer standards.
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy -
University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Grand Forks, ND05.2017
Skills
- Patient-centered care
- Activity analysis
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Progress monitoring
- Effective communication
Certification
- Licensed Occupational Therapist — State of Iowa
- NBCOT Certified — National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
- BLS for Healthcare Providers — American Heart Association (CPR & AED)
- LSVT BIG Certified Therapist
Languages
English, Bosnian
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
UnityPoint Health West Outpatient Therapy
12.2017 - Current
Acute Care Occupational Therapist
Abbott Northwestern Hospital – Courage Rehabilitation Institute
06.2017 - 12.2017
Master of Occupational Therapy -
University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
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