GARRETT KEPNER
Summary
Dedicated and professional occupational therapist committed to client-centered, research-based therapy interventions to improve patient quality of life.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Northern Dauphin Nursing and Rehabilitation
Millersburg, PA
03.2023 - Current
- Evaluate, develop, and implement individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce and enhance performance for short term and long term patients
- Identify need for and make referral to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of the patient
- Instruct, educate and train patients and caregivers in the skills and functions essential for promoting patient independence and productivity, in order to diminish or correct pathology
- Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, and assist DOR with daily tasks when needed
Occupational Therapist
Bedrock Care
Williamsport, PA
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Performed evaluations of patients to assess their physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial functioning.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to develop comprehensive treatment programs for patients.
- Monitored patient progress through periodic re-evaluations to ensure desired outcomes were achieved or modified as needed.
- Instructed patients and families in self-care techniques including energy conservation strategies and adaptive equipment usage.
PRN Occupational Therapist
Bedrock Care/ Nottingham Village
, PA
06.2022 - 03.2023
- On a PRN basis, provide skilled Occupational Therapy services as needed with both facilities, including evaluations, recertification, progress notes, discharges, and treatments.
Occupational Therapist
National Staffing Solutions
Millersburg, PA
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Evaluate, develop, and implement individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce and enhance performance for short term and long term patients
- Identify need for and make referral to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of the patient
- Instruct, educate and train patients and caregivers in the skills and functions essential for promoting patient independence and productivity, in order to diminish or correct pathology
- Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
Occupational Therapist
Gettysburg Center - Genesis Health Care
Gettysburg, PA
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Performed evaluations of patients to assess their physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial functioning.
- Developed treatment plans based on individual needs and goals.
- Instructed patients and families in self-care techniques including energy conservation strategies and adaptive equipment usage.
- Designed therapeutic activities to improve physical strength, coordination, balance, posture, sensory integration skills.
Education
Master of Science Occupational Therapy -
Misericordia University
01.2020
Master of Science Kinesiology -
Western Illinois University
01.2015
Bachelor of Science Kinesiology -
Pennsylvania State University
01.2010
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Electronic Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Initial Patient Assessments
- Patient Positioning Understanding
- Goal Setting Proficiency
- Clinical Training
- Group Therapy
- Documentation Abilities
Certification
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, 02/04/2021, 03/31/2025, 449040
- Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy License, 02/26/2021, 06/30/2025, OC017552
- West Virginia Occupational Therapy License, 05/04/2022, 12/31/2025, 2273
Documentation Systems
- Rehab Optima
- EPIC
- PointClickCare
Fieldwork Experience
- Acute Care, Lehigh Valley Health Network - , Pottsville, PA
- Inpatient Rehabilitation, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Danville, PA
- Outpatient Rehabilitation, Phoenix Rehab, Danville, PA
- Mental Health, Danville State Hospital, Danville, PA
- Pediatric Outpatient, School Based Therapy, Kidswork Therapy Center, Lewisburg, PA
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Northern Dauphin Nursing and Rehabilitation
03.2023 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Bedrock Care
09.2022 - 03.2023
PRN Occupational Therapist
Bedrock Care/ Nottingham Village
06.2022 - 03.2023
Occupational Therapist
National Staffing Solutions
08.2021 - 09.2022
Occupational Therapist
Gettysburg Center - Genesis Health Care
03.2021 - 08.2021
Master of Science Occupational Therapy -
Misericordia University
Master of Science Kinesiology -
Western Illinois University
Bachelor of Science Kinesiology -
Pennsylvania State University
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, 02/04/2021, 03/31/2025, 449040
- Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy License, 02/26/2021, 06/30/2025, OC017552
- West Virginia Occupational Therapy License, 05/04/2022, 12/31/2025, 2273
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