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
Lexington, KY
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
Edgewater, MD
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
Cranford, NJ
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
Lexington, KY
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, KY08.2004
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