Jennifer Rill
Westminster,MD
Summary
As an experienced Occupational Therapist specializing in professional therapeutic interventions and assessments for diverse patients I am skilled in creating personalized treatment plans to promote patient independence and overall well-being. I utilizes therapeutic techniques to help clients achieve their highest potential. Adaptable to individual needs, develops targeted treatment plans supporting specific requirements. I demonstrate expertise in building client confidence and addressing disorders and social impairments. Fifteen years of successful experience. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills ready to help a team achieve company goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Fox Rehabilitation
03.2013 - Current
- Worked in both in home and ALF settings under Medicare B Outpatient
- Shared Lead therapist with responsibilities of screening, multidisciplinary meetings with nursing, caregiver education and training.
- autonomy with creating our own schedule, time management and completion of documentation.
- 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.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
- Mentored occupational therapy students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development.
EMT-B
Arcadia Volunteer Fire Company
05.2007 - 01.2015
- Acute care of injuries and illnesses
- Assessment and evaluation of injuries and illnesses
- Vital signs/splinting/start and care of IV
- Administration of certain medication and oxygen per protocols
- CPR , infant, child and adult.
Occupational Therapist
Genesis Health Care
08.2010 - 03.2013
- Occupational therapist in an assisted living/ independent living community
- Caseload of 7-8 resident a day under Medicare B
- Common diagnoses of CVA, falls, Parkinson’s, shoulder pain /injuries, arthritis, incontinence, general weakness from hospital stay/illness, dementia and other cog deficits
- Provided different interventions tailored to each persons needs from home exercise programs, memory strategies, ADLs/IADLs, adaptive equipment assessment and education, modalities, endurance training, balance, and fall prevention and energy conservation techniques
- Room/dining/apartment/therapy gym treatment settings
- Program development, creating and implementing incontinence program
- Program manager duties for 4 months while manager on maternity leave
- Administrative meetings, clinical meetings, quality assurance meetings
- Data reports and statistics
- Office duties.
Occupational Therapist
Genesis Rehab Services
06.2009 - 08.2010
- Occupational therapist in a skilled nursing facility/sub acute rehab
- Caseload of 7-10 a day under Medicare A
- Common diagnosis of CVA, Parkinson’s, CABG, motor vehicle accidents, fractures, falls, hip replacements, knee replacements, and shoulder injuries
- Provided interventions in room and in gym setting working in collaboration with speech, nursing and physical therapy in a multidisciplinary team
- Provided group and individual treatments
- Patient/family education on energy conservation, home safety and fall prevention
- Provided different interventions tailored to each persons needs from home exercise programs, memory strategies, ADLs/IADLs, adaptive equipment assessment and education, modalities, endurance training, balance, and fall prevention and energy conservation techniques.
Graduate Research Assistant
Kinesiology Department
05.2007 - 05.2008
- Aided with a research study on the accessibility for visually impaired adults during physical activity
- Duties include review of literature, spread sheets, questionnaires, and collecting and organizing data.
Education
Masters of Occupational Therapy -
Towson University
05.2009
Bachelor of Science -
Lynchburg College
05.2006
Skills
- Family and patient education
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Direct Patient Care
- Adaptive equipment knowledge
- Documentation skills
- Geriatric Treatment
- Home modifications
- CPR/AED
- Time management abilities
Certification
- National Board Certified in Occupational Therapy
- Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy
- American Heart Association CPR/AED/First Aid
- PAM Certification: Electro stimulant and Ultrasound
- LSVT Certification for Parkinson's
- Certified Aging in Place Specialist CAPS
Affiliations
- National Association of Home Builders
- Upperco Volunteer Fire Department
- AVO Soccer Club
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Fox Rehabilitation
03.2013 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Genesis Health Care
08.2010 - 03.2013
Occupational Therapist
Genesis Rehab Services
06.2009 - 08.2010
EMT-B
Arcadia Volunteer Fire Company
05.2007 - 01.2015
Graduate Research Assistant
Kinesiology Department
05.2007 - 05.2008
Masters of Occupational Therapy -
Towson University
Bachelor of Science -
Lynchburg College