Heather Houser
Topeka,KS
Summary
Caring registered occupational therapist with versatility in adapting to diverse needs of clients, developing targeted treatment plans to support individual needs. Well-trained occupational therapist with 26 years of experience building personal confidence among clients suffering from varying disorders and social impairments. Certified in Parkinson's Wellness Recovery (PWR) and CPR. Certified rehabilitation specialist with deliberate planning and thoughtful organization, developing benchmarks for individuals in occupational therapeutic environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Occupational Therapist
Topeka Public Schools (documentation - Webkidss)
Topeka, KS
07.2013 - Current
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Developed activity-based interventions that led to improved social interaction, self-esteem, emotional well-being and academic functioning.
Registered Occupational Therapist
Key Rehab Associates (documentation - Optima)
Topeka, KS
03.2000 - 07.2013
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Developed activity-based interventions that led to improved social interaction, self-esteem, emotional well-being and academic functioning.
- Delivered occupational therapy treatment and patient care according to hospital, state and federal regulations and professional guidelines.
- Conducted screenings of residents at regular intervals to determine need for intervention and treatment.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
KUMC
Kansas City, KS10.1996
Skills
- Goal setting experience
- Intervention planning
- Patient Management
- Staff education and training
- Progress assessments
- Patient evaluations
- Documentation skills
- Indirect Patient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical Records Management
Timeline
Registered Occupational Therapist
Topeka Public Schools (documentation - Webkidss)
07.2013 - Current
Registered Occupational Therapist
Key Rehab Associates (documentation - Optima)
03.2000 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
KUMC
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