Johna Argust
Prescott Valley,AZ
Summary
Compassionate Occupational Therapist with expertise in treating neurological disorders, orthopedic injuries and mental health issues. Skilled in conducting assessments, developing treatment plans and providing patient education. Strong interpersonal and task prioritization skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2006 - Current
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Evaluated patient conditions, histories and goals.
- Conducted physical, academic, vocational, mental and other types of evaluations to identify clients' needs and devise rehabilitation plans.
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
St Ambrose University
Davenport, IA08.1998
Skills
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Direct Patient Care
- EMR Systems
- Progress Evaluation
- Documentation Skills
- Community Reintegration
- Initial Patient Assessments
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Educational Support
- Outcome Planning
- Treatment Implementation
- Learning Strategies
- Daily Living Skills Instruction
- Patient Positioning Understanding
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Disease Specialization Proficiency
- Discharge Planning
- Patient and Family Education
- Patient Assessments
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Pain Prevention
- Rehabilitation Planning
- Time Management
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
St Ambrose University
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