Haley Makar
Summary
Licensed Occupational Therapist
- Wisconsin license NO. 9106-26
- Illinois license NO. 056014278
- American Red Cross BLS/CPR certified (valid thru 12/31/2027)
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Holy Family Medical Center-Long-term Acute Care Hospital
Des Plaines, IL
09.2023 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations based on referrals, chart reviews, and patient needs to assess cognitive function, mobility, activities of daily living, and perceptual skills.
- Assess patient populations and initiate appropriate interventions aligned with individualized treatment goals established through thorough evaluations.
- Maintain accurate and prompt documentation and billing practices in accordance with established departmental protocols.
- Develop comprehensive discharge plans, incorporating health education and necessary referrals, to promote optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinate efforts with RNs, RTs, PTs, and relevant medical personnel to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Occupational Therapist
Northwest Community Healthcare-Acute Care Hospital
Arlington Heights, IL
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of orthopedic, respiratory, cardiac, neurological, and general medical patient populations.
- Established targeted goals aligned with patient medical status, social background, and performance metrics.
- Assessed client needs and delivered personalized treatment plans focused on enhancing mobility and independence in ADLs and IADLs.
- Guided patients in acquiring necessary equipment to enhance post-discharge safety and independence.
- Facilitated collaboration among physicians, nursing staff, physical therapists, speech pathologists, and care coordinators to formulate safe and appropriate discharge recommendations.
- Managed patient scheduling to align with hospital census and meet patient population needs, ensuring flexibility for unexpected changes.
Occupational Therapist
Northwest Community Healthcare-Outpatient/Day Rehabilitation
Rolling Meadows, IL
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Conducted thorough evaluations based on referral chart reviews and patient needs to assess cognitive function, mobility, activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, pain levels, transfers, vision, perceptual skills, and coordination.
- Designed and executed targeted interventions for neurological and orthopedic populations, ensuring alignment with individualized treatment goals established during evaluations.
- Conducted comprehensive seating evaluations to facilitate acquisition of powered mobility devices and durable medical equipment.
- Completed documentation and billing in a timely manner and in accordance with department guidelines.
- Developed comprehensive discharge plans, incorporating health education and necessary referrals, to promote optimal patient outcomes.
Education
Master of Science -
University of Mary
Bismarck, ND04-2021
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
UW-Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI12-2017
Skills
- Family and patient education
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Direct patient care
- Intervention planning
- Documentation skills
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Holy Family Medical Center-Long-term Acute Care Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Northwest Community Healthcare-Acute Care Hospital
05.2022 - 09.2023
Occupational Therapist
Northwest Community Healthcare-Outpatient/Day Rehabilitation
07.2021 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
UW-Eau Claire
Master of Science -
University of Mary