Jonathan Upholz OTR/L
8093 Dartmoor Rd, Mentor,OH
Summary
Dedicated and reliable occupational therapist practicing since 2017. I take pride in being an occupational therapist knowing that I have the opportunity to improve the lives of those in need. I possess the skills to evaluate and treat my patients, as well as the experience as a director of rehabilitation with commitment to providing ethical and medically necessary services. I take great pride in my professionalism and commitment to being a team player. I see myself as the ultimate professional who not only has the passion for helping my patients, but also has the dedication for communication, productivity, and efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Broad River Rehab
03.2022 - Current
Director of Rehabilitation
Arbor Rehabilitation And Healthcare Services
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Performed clinical responsibilities as an occupational therapist including screens, evaluations, treatments, discharges, and RNP development.
- Scheduled patients weekly therapy time based upon need and insurance guidelines.
- Worked with a multitude of insurance agencies to provide timely communication and updates for skilled patients on caseload.
- Liaised with patients, families, nursing , MDS and social work to adequately plan for patient rehabilitation needs.
- Spearheaded care conferences with patients and their families.
- Initiated new projects and developed restorative programs to match the needs of residents in facility.
- Supervised, oriented, trained and counseled department employees to improve job performance and maintain high standards of patient care.
- Maintained appropriate and adequate staffing and scheduling of patients on caseloads.
- Produced weekly financial reports including casemix, revenue and profit statements and employee productivity.
Occupational Therapist (SNF)
Continuing Healthcare Solutions
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Full-time OT covering 3 facilities: CHS of Mentor SNF, Geneva Shores SNF, and Generations Behavioral Health (acute inpatient psych).
- Skills and strengths developed in rehabilitating patients for safe return home, as well as maximizing safety, independence, and quality of life for long term residents.
- Unique experience gained at Generations Behavioral Health treating patients with a wide range of mental health conditions.
Occupational Therapist (Home Health)
HealthPRO Heritage (Eclipse Healthcare)
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Home Health OT responsible for completing OT services at patient homes & Assisted Living Facilities throughout Cuyahoga, Lorain, Lake, Geauga, and Portage County Ohio.
- Gained experience in performing clinical evaluations, treating, and developing appropriate treatment plans.
- Additional skills gained collaborating with multiple different agencies throughout northeast Ohio,.
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH2016
Bachelor of Education And Human Ecology -
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH2014
Skills
- Experienced OTR and Rehab Director in SNF and LTC
- Devotion to ethics and medical necessity
- Commitment to fostering interdisciplinary communication
- Dedication to patient and family collaboration
- Experienced with insurance coordination
- Dilligent documentation reviewer
- Attentive to detail
- Patience and flexibility
- Creative problem solver
- Detailed documentation
References
Michelle Harrison: (440) 488-5730
PT, DOR, coworker.
Dianne Malehorn: (440) 796-6381
COTA, coworker
Rose Vargo: (440) 954-2825
DOR, SLP, coworker
Deandra Nesta: (216) 536-0069
PTA, Coworker.
Josh Matthews: (330) 206-2779
DPT, coworker
Amanda Hrabak: (216) 470-0764
LSW, coworker.
Denise Kucharski (216) 407-0674
BSN, RN, MDS coordinator, coworker.
Certification
License # OT009789
Certification # 382139
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Broad River Rehab
03.2022 - Current
Director of Rehabilitation
Arbor Rehabilitation And Healthcare Services
08.2020 - 09.2021
Occupational Therapist (SNF)
Continuing Healthcare Solutions
01.2018 - 08.2020
Occupational Therapist (Home Health)
HealthPRO Heritage (Eclipse Healthcare)
03.2017 - 01.2018
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Shawnee State University
Bachelor of Education And Human Ecology -
Ohio State University