JESSICA HERNANDEZ
Keiser University – Miami Campus
Miami,FL
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience
Dynamic and dedicated Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) with over 10 years of clinical expertise in inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and acute care settings. Actively engaged in ACOTE accreditation preparation through meticulous curriculum review, outcomes assessment, and documentation of supporting evidence. Strong advocate for neurorehabilitation and interdisciplinary collaboration, committed to enhancing clinical education and driving quality improvement initiatives.
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Instructor
7 Months- Teach and facilitate instruction in the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program across courses and content areas including Lifespan Development, Neurological Disorders, Aging and Performance Skills, Musculoskeletal Conditions, and Physical Disabilities.
- Translate occupational therapy theory, anatomy, neuroscience, and evidence-based intervention concepts into practical learning experiences that prepare students for clinical application and professional practice.
- Develop and deliver lectures, learning activities, laboratory experiences, assignments, study materials, and assessments to support student competency and achievement of course and program learning outcomes.
- Evaluate student performance and provide feedback on clinical reasoning, documentation, professional behaviors, assessment techniques, and intervention planning.
- Align course content, learning activities, and assessments with program objectives and applicable Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) standards.
- Supported ACOTE accreditation preparation and self-study by reviewing curriculum, mapping learning outcomes to standards, and organizing documentation to demonstrate student learning and program effectiveness.
- Collaborated with OTA program faculty and leadership to maintain curriculum consistency, support student progression, and ensure readiness for fieldwork and entry-level practice.
Occupational Therapist
2 Years 5 Months- Collaborated with PM&R, physicians, psychiatrists, and pain management teams to align rehabilitation interventions with physician-directed treatment plans.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds with physicians and case management to support treatment planning and discharge decisions.
- Educated providers, staff, patients, and caregivers on rehabilitation techniques, adaptive equipment, and recovery expectations.
- Supported clinical adoption of rehabilitation strategies and assistive equipment recommendations through provider education and outcome demonstration.
- Managed a high-volume caseload that included stroke and other neurological patient populations.
- Tracked functional outcomes and productivity metrics using Excel-based reporting tools.
- Maintained compliant documentation in Epic EMR to support audit readiness and continuity of care.
- Built strong working relationships with physicians, therapists, and hospital leadership to support coordinated care delivery.
Occupational Therapist
1 Year 3 Months- Partnered with physiatrists and interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams to optimize functional recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with providers to adjust treatment approaches based on patient progress and clinical outcomes.
- Provided clinical education to patients, caregivers, and staff on recovery strategies and assistive techniques.
- Supported care coordination and utilization efficiency through documentation accuracy and interdisciplinary communication.
- Demonstrated functional outcomes and patient progress to support acceptance and coordination of therapy interventions.
Contract Occupational Therapist
3 Months- Delivered occupational therapy services to medically complex and neurological patients in a long-term acute care (LTAC) setting.
- Collaborated with physicians, nursing, and case management to support continuity of care and discharge planning.
- Maintained accurate, compliant documentation across electronic medical record platforms.
- Provided patient and caregiver education to support recovery progression.
Occupational Therapist
4 Years 7 Months- Provided occupational therapy services across neurological, cardiac, orthopedic, oncology, and acute care units.
- Collaborated with PM&R, physicians, hospitalists, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient recovery plans.
- Educated and coached patients and caregivers; participated in interdisciplinary rounds and discharge planning.
- Documented patient progress and functional outcomes in hospital EMR systems and contributed clinical recommendations to coordinated care planning.
Assistant Rehab Director
2 Years 1 Month- Supported rehabilitation department operations, including staff supervision, scheduling, and productivity tracking.
- Coordinated care planning to support quality outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Supervised and trained rehabilitation staff on clinical standards and documentation quality.
- Assisted leadership with resource allocation, workflow optimization, and performance oversight.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
- Pi Theta Epsilon Honor Society Member
- GPA: 3.8 GPA
Skills
OTA Education & Instruction
Curriculum Development & Alignment
ACOTE Standards & Accreditation Preparation
Student Assessment & Learning Outcomes
Clinical Reasoning & Evidence-Based Practice
Clinical Documentation & Regulatory Compliance
Quality Improvement & Outcomes Monitoring
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
EMR / Epic
Bilingual: English / Spanish
Certification
- Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
- Certified Neuro Specialist (CNS Certification)
- BLS & CPR Certified
- Certified in Physical Agent Modalities (PAMS)
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Instructor
Keiser University – Miami Campus
2026.04 - CurrentRead More
Occupational Therapist
West Gables Rehabilitation Hospital
2023.11 - 2026.04Read More
Occupational Therapist
Pinecrest Rehabilitation Hospital
2022.08 - 2023.11Read More
Contract Occupational Therapist
Kindred at the Palm Beaches
2022.05 - 2022.08Read More
Occupational Therapist
University of Miami Hospital
2017.03 - 2021.10Read More
Assistant Rehab Director
Nursing Center at Mercy
2016.09 - 2018.10Read More
Florida International University
Master of Science from Occupational Therapy
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