Holly McNair
Creswell,OR
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant with a passion for helping individuals across the lifespan achieve their functional goals. Strong proficiency in patient assessment, treatment planning, and implementation of evidence-based interventions. Proven track record of successful collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and delivering patient-centered care. Hardworking team player eager to leverage my skills and experience to contribute to a compassionate and dynamic interdisciplinary team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
COTA/L
Select Rehabilitation
Chowan River Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
01.2021 - Current
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing individualized therapeutic interventions and techniques.
- Collaborated with supervising occupational therapists for improved treatment planning and intervention strategies.
- Assisted patients in achieving greater independence through adaptive equipment training and environmental modifications.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient treatments, assessments, and progress for accurate record keeping and communication with interdisciplinary team members.
- participated in care plan meetings with interdisciplinary team to discuss patient progress, address concerns and develop collaborative approaches for optimal care.
- Participated in telehealth services for multi disciplines.
- Rehearsed in Net Health and casamba documentation systems.
- Delivered high-quality care by continuously refining treatment methods based on evidence-based practice principles.
- Developed personalized home programs for patients to promote continued skill development outside of therapy sessions.
- Served as an advocate for patients within the healthcare system by communicating their needs effectively with other professionals involved in their care plan.
COTA/L
Rehab Care
Washington Regional Medical Center
03.2019 - 08.2021
- · Excel in overall patient care by correlating with physicians, nursing management and case managers to address patient/family concerns and needs while being considerate of company goals.
- COTA/L in Acute, outpatient and inpatient rehab setting
- Experience in increasing caseload and managing expenses for DME and AE for patients.
- Provided and created inservice training to hospital Staff to improve safety and efficiency.
- Aided in coordinating clinical and operational matters and executing community-re integration for a safe return for our fellow patients.
- Experience in fast paced environment with a variety of different roles and responsibilities along with populations and settings.
- Follow and implement covid-19 precautions and restrictions along with overseeing that coworkers adhere to the company policies.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay up-to-date on advancements within the field of occupational therapy.
- Utilized effective communication skills to present recommendations to patients, families, and other healthcare professionals in a clear and concise manner.
- Prioritized patient safety by adhering to proper body mechanics, infection control protocols, and other facility guidelines during all therapy sessions.
Director of Rehab Services
Broad River Rehab
Edenton, Columbia, Hertford NC
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing innovative rehab programs and treatment plans.
- Developed interdisciplinary collaboration for improved patient care and streamlined service delivery.
- Expanded Rehab Services department through strategic planning and resource allocation.
- Increased staff retention by fostering a supportive work environment and providing professional development opportunities.
- scheduling all therapist in three buildings, building and maintaining caseload, communicated with physicians for all orders.
- Submitted and obtained insurance policies agreement consent forms.
- Organized and maintained all medical charts for auditing.
- Attended all staff meeting, quarterly screens, and hold inservices for all interdisciplinary teams.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- scheduled and performed telehealth OT/PT/SLP
- Implemented data-driven performance metrics to monitor the effectiveness of rehab services and inform continuous improvement efforts.
- Optimized budget management, reallocating funds to areas of greatest impact on patient care.
COTA/L
RehabCare
Roanoke Landing Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Worked collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement comprehensive patient care plans.
- Implemented activities of daily living skills to maximize patients' functions and restore independence.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Delivered high-quality care by continuously refining treatment methods based on evidence-based practice principles.
Education
Kinesiology
East Carolina University
Greenville, NCAssociate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Pitt Community College
Winterville, NC12.2018
Skills
- Geriatric Care
- Group Therapy Facilitation
- Therapeutic use of self
- Time management, organizational skills and scheduling proficiency
- Exceptional Multi-tasker and delegation of task
Timeline
COTA/L
Select Rehabilitation
01.2021 - Current
Director of Rehab Services
Broad River Rehab
06.2020 - 02.2021
COTA/L
Rehab Care
03.2019 - 08.2021
COTA/L
RehabCare
03.2019 - 03.2020
Kinesiology
East Carolina University
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Pitt Community College