Results-driven Occupational Therapist with a strong background in acute and rehabilitative care. Expertise in conducting thorough evaluations and providing training to educators on integrating therapeutic strategies for enhanced student support.
Work History
Occupational Therapist
2 Years 5 Months
OTAS WNY | 03.2024 - Current
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal student success and growth in their educational journey.
Worked closely with special education teachers, integrating therapeutic strategies into lesson plans for a cohesive approach to learning support services.
Provided training and support to teachers on integrating therapeutic strategies into classroom activities.
Advocated for student needs within school settings, promoting awareness of occupational therapy benefits.
Occupational Therapist
4 Years 9 Months
Elderwood at Amherst | 11.2021 - Current
Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care and improve patient outcomes.
Implemented evidence-based interventions to maximize recovery potential for diverse patient populations.
Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving the facility.
Education
High School Diploma
Wilde Lake High | Columbia, MD
No Degree - Biomedical Sciences
Howard Community College | Columbia, MD
Master of Science - Occupational Therapist
University At Buffalo | Buffalo, NY | 06.2021
Skills
Direct patient care
Therapeutic techniques
Clinical reasoning
Evidence-based interventions
Patient evaluation
SOAP note documentation
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Patient safety protocols
Functional mobility training
Accomplishments
Supervised a team of three COTA's, worked closely in three elementary public schools, helping provide strategies within the classroom to help manage students with special needs in order for them to optimize learning and excel in everyday tasks.
Achieved competency by maintaining continuous education classes on pediatric support for special needs children to improve their ability to engage in classroom, improve sensory and coping strategies and promote their ability to engage within the classroom setting.
Collaborated with a team of physical therapists/occupational therapists/speech therapists with evaluation/planning/execution of plan of care to improve lives of multiple patients in the rehabilitation setting.
Certification
OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered
First Aid/CPR Certified
Languages
French
Professional Working
Interests
Youth mentor
providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders.
Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless
women
and animals.
High-Intensity Interval Training
I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles.
I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings.