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Heather McMahan

Richmond,VA

Summary

Experienced Occupational Therapist with almost 20 years of experience in occupational therapy, including 9 years of acute care experience.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Occupational Therapist

CHI Saint Joseph Health
10.2015 - Current
  • Evaluate, treat and establish occupational therapy plan of care in the acute care setting to a variety of medical conditions.
  • Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.

Occupational Therapist

Rehabcare
09.2012 - 01.2015
  • Evaluate, treat and establish occupational therapy plan of care in a skilled nursing facility .
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
  • Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
  • Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
  • Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.

Occupational Therapist

Rehabcare
09.2006 - 07.2012
  • Evaluate, treat and establish occupational therapy plan of care in a skilled nursing facility.
  • Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
  • Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
  • Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
  • Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.

Occupational Therapist

Enduracare Therapy Management
01.2005 - 07.2006
  • Evaluate, treat and establish occupational therapy plan of care in a skilled nursing facility.
  • Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
  • Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
  • Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
08.2004

Skills

  • Family and patient education
  • Clinical reasoning
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Direct Patient Care

Additional Information

Current licensure in the state of Kentucky

NBCOT certified

Current CPR certification

Timeline

Occupational Therapist

CHI Saint Joseph Health
10.2015 - Current

Occupational Therapist

Rehabcare
09.2012 - 01.2015

Occupational Therapist

Rehabcare
09.2006 - 07.2012

Occupational Therapist

Enduracare Therapy Management
01.2005 - 07.2006

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

Eastern Kentucky University
Heather McMahan