Jeris Marrin, OTR/L
West Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Dedicated Occupational Therapist with 14 years of clinical experience, excelling in pediatric assessments and interventions. Proven expertise in treatment of infants, pediatric feeding disorders of all ages, and self regulation and fine motor skills of all ages. Strong program development and interdisciplinary collaboration. Passion for strengths-based therapy that integrates holistic strategies like Yoga and Polyvagal Theory with traditional therapeutic exercise and manual therapy techniques.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
M Health Fairview
Minneapolis, Maple Grove, And Eagan, MN
11.2010 - Current
November 2022 to present: Eagan Clinics Pediatric Rehab
- Conduct thorough pediatric evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Coordinate interventions with multidisciplinary treatment teams
- Utilize sensory, motor, and developmental frameworks within treatment sessions
- Manage caseload of 50+ patients
- Strong experience with English-learners and interpreters
- Orient and mentor new therapists
- Mentor occupational therapy students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development
June 2015 to Nov 2022: Maple Grove Specialty Rehab
- Perform evaluations and implement treatment plans for Pediatric and Adult population
- Nicu Follow-up Clinic: Performed standardized developmental assessments, educated caregivers, and placed appropriate referrals
- Established Pediatric Feeding Program in Maple Grove
- Leadership in system-wide Feeding Program
- Participated in the OT Concussion Task Force
- Served as AMPAC (outcome tool) Champion
From 2011-2015: Flexible Workforce OT in the Acute (inpatient) hospital, Acute Rehab, Transitional Care, and both Inpatient and Outpatient Pediatric Rehab settings
Designated Coordinator
Enrich, Inc.
Shoreview, MN
05.2005 - 10.2010
- Trained and oversaw 30+ staff in 6 residential group home settings for adults with developmental disabilities
- Continuous program development, including day program and respite care program
- Developed behavior support and risk management plans
- Audited staff documentation and resident charts for regulatory compliance
- Provided direct care in residents' homes and community
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
Education
Master of Arts - Occupational Therapy
Saint Catherine University
St. Paul, MN2010
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
College of Saint Benedict
Saint Joseph, MN2005
Skills
- Evaluation of Fine Motor and Cognitive Development
- Analysis of Daily Living Skills and progress toward Developmental milestones
- Expertise in Pediatric Feeding Therapy and Neurologic Rehabilitation
- Strong use of sensory-based strategies
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Detailed documentation skills
- Program Development
- Writing Letters of Medical Necessity
- Parent Education and Engagement
- Mentorship and Training
Accomplishments
- Grand Rounds presenter, M Health Maple Grove, 9/2018, "Feeding Therapy Overview" for Physicians and Staff
- Presented at Muscular Dystrophy Association Annual Conference, 11/2017
- Earned “Employee of the Month” Award for the M Health Maple Grove Building in October 2017
- Published co-author: "Complementary/alternative medicine use for arthritis by older women of urban-rural settings." Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, 2013
- Served as co-Chair for Continuing Education for Minnesota OT Association (MOTA), 2010-2011
- Presented at MOTA Annual Conference in 2010
Certification
- Certified in Beckman Oral Motor Protocol for Feeding Therapy
- completed SOS Approach to Feeding 4-day course
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
M Health Fairview
11.2010 - Current
Designated Coordinator
Enrich, Inc.
05.2005 - 10.2010
Master of Arts - Occupational Therapy
Saint Catherine University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
College of Saint Benedict