JENNIFER HOUT, MSOT/L
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Professionally provides skilled occupational therapeutic interventions and assessments to variety of patients. Skills including creating individualized treatment plans to maximize patient's independence and wellbeing. Focused on using therapeutic approaches to help clients reach highest potential.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist and Fieldwork Coordinator
Williamson County Schools
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Provided skilled screenings, evaluations, and direct interventions with students, and consulted with staff members in supporting school success for students being served under IEPs and 504s.
- Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between occupational therapy students and fieldwork educators Williamson County Schools.
Occupational Therapist (previously COTA/L)
Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2007 - 07.2015
- Provided skilled evaluations, interventions and discharge planning at inpatient rehabilitation facility to improve patient abilities to perform functional daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
Occupational Therapist (PRN)
Saint Thomas Health-Midtown And West Locations
10.2013 - 01.2015
- Provided skilled evaluations, interventions, and discharge planning at acute and inpatient rehabilitation units to promote functional independence, safety, and activities of daily living.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough discharge instructions and referrals for additional services as needed,
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Belmont University
Nashville, TNAssociate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TNBachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TNSkills
- Patient Assessment and Evaluations
- Therapeutic Techniques
- Direct Patient Care
- Pediatric Therapy
- Geriatric Treatment
- Documentation skills
- Discharge Planning
- Intervention Planning
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Adaptive Equipment Knowledge
- Home Modifications
Associations
- Family Advocacy Council Board Member, Siskins Children's Instisture, 2023-present
- Partners in Policy-Making, Tennessee Council on Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities, Graduate 2023
- Volunteer Advocacy Project, Vanderbilt Kenedy Center, Graduate 2019
Timeline
Occupational Therapist and Fieldwork Coordinator
Williamson County Schools
08.2014 - 06.2017
Occupational Therapist (PRN)
Saint Thomas Health-Midtown And West Locations
10.2013 - 01.2015
Occupational Therapist (previously COTA/L)
Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2007 - 07.2015
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Belmont University
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Nashville State Community College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
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