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Kat Cosey

Knoxville,TN

Summary

Highly motivated recent graduate who is an enthusiastic team player committed to delivering quality patient care. Eager to implement skills to maximize leadership and clinical skills to achieve exceptional patient outcomes as a key member of a multidisciplinary team.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

OTAs Level II A Fieldwork Outpatient Pediatrics

Smoky Mountain Occupational Therapy
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Collected, assessed, and recorded required client information from intake forms.
  • Implemented treatment plans and interventions for children and adults with SPD (sensory processing disorder) and other diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, and learning and developmental disabilities.
  • Documented client's progress, attitude, and behavior daily through Fusion EMR software.
  • Attended interdisciplinary meetings to promote optimal client care and outcomes.
  • Prepared treatment area, set up, and cleaned therapy equipment.
  • Provided individualized treatment sessions following plan of care set by OT.
  • Completed documentation and billing for services provided in treatment sessions.
  • Provided feedback to OT on client's response to treatment and progress toward goals set by OT and client.
  • Participated in assessments to identify deficits in sensory processing, visual perception, praxis, and fine and gross motor skills impacting daily occupations

OTAs Level I Fieldwork Physical Dysfunction/Ortho

Parkwest Medical Center
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Collaborated with OTR, COTA/L, and PT to establish plan of care for patients with hip/shoulder/knee replacements.
  • Educated patients and families on managing post-treatment home care needs and HEP.
  • Maintained confidentiality within legal and regulatory parameters to protect human and legal rights of patients and families.
  • Used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs.
  • Participated in interventions that promoted safety, quality, and regulatory compliance to enhance professional development and lifelong learning.
  • Monitored and documented patient progress with use of innovative EMR software.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of individual plans of care in collaboration with members of healthcare team to promote patient and family centered care in healing environment.

OTAs Level I Fieldwork/Mental Health

Village Behavioral Health Treatment Center
10.2022 - 11.2022
  • Observed Behavioral Health Counselors monitor and document client progress toward meeting goals and objectives in residential treatment facility for adolescents 10-17 years old struggling with mental health and substance issues.
  • Participated in addressing behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
  • Encouraged clients to develop self-advocacy skills and to become active participants in their own treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with other professionals in treatment team meetings to provide continuous patient care, supervision, and interaction.

OTAs Level I Fieldwork/Pediatrics

The Arc Knox County
08.2022 - 08.2022
  • Attended weekly home visits with Developmental Therapist for children birth-4 years old who qualify for EI (early intervention) through TEIS, and who have learning problems or delays in development.
  • Educated family and child on practicing daily routines in their environment.
  • Observed Developmental Therapist create lesson plans, provide progress reports, and coordinate additional services in community.

Front Office Coordinator

Hicks Orthodontics
06.2018 - 04.2022
  • Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
  • Daily management of scheduling and coordination of appointments for 125+ patients for orthodontic patients, including initial consultations, treatment visits, adjustments, and follow-ups
  • Collect patient and client documents and information upon referral.
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
  • Aided colleagues, managers, and customers through regular communication and assistance.
  • Managed supervisor itinerary and appointments and streamlined scheduling procedures.

Administrative Assistant

Christian Academy Of Knoxville
06.2012 - 02.2017
  • Data processing/entry of athlete roster and medical forms for Middle and High School track and cross country teams.
  • Negotiated hotel contracts and secured transportation for multiple out-of-town and state meets for over 70 athletes and coaches.
  • Provided weekly and bi-weekly communication to parents, coaches, and school staff.
  • Solicited/coordinated/scheduled 30+ volunteers to work track meets.
  • Worked with food vendors to supply concession stand weekly.
  • Web marketing and distribution of team uniforms and apparel.

Assistant Manager/Leasing Consultant

College Park Apartments
08.1998 - 09.2000
  • Greeted clients, showed apartments, and prepared leases.
  • Verified tenant incomes and other information before accepting lease applications.
  • Assisted prospective tenants in paperwork completion and other logistics to facilitate smooth move-in processes.
  • Kept records accurate, detailed, and fully compliant with reporting requirements to meet state, local, and federal housing requirements.
  • Generated professional networks by engaging in professional, industry, and government organizations.
  • Monitored and tracked payments and expenses, providing timely and accurate financial reports.

Recreational Therapist

Beyond The Limits, Covenant Behavioral Health
08.1996 - 08.1998
  • Facilitator of Adventure-Based Counseling program leading therapeutic recreational activities for at-risk adolescents of alcohol and drugs in elementary, middle, and high schools in five counties.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings.
  • Organized recreation and therapy programs congruent with participants' therapy goals, abilities, and personal interests.
  • Encouraged clients with special needs and circumstances to acquire new skills and get involved in health-promoting leisure activities.
  • Maintained detailed records outlining patient treatment plans, progress updates, treatment adjustments, goal achievements, and outcomes.
  • Scheduled and led specialized programs allowing participants to engage in exercise and recreation, supporting social and physical wellbeing.

Recreational Therapist Intern

Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center
05.1996 - 08.1996
  • Planned and implemented recreational activities for 300+ inpatient students at vocational rehab center.
  • Assisted Occupational Therapist in therapeutic interventions for patients recovering from CVAs, TBIs, and hip/knee replacements.
  • Worked with rehabilitation team in assisting clients during physical and occupational therapy, life skills, group, cooking group, and activity therapy.
  • Assessed/evaluated client needs, determined objectives, created program and treatment plans and maintained progress notes.
  • Documented therapeutic goals and client progress.
  • Built trust and rapport with compassionate approach.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions to promote awareness and growth.
  • Coordinated and conducted bi-weekly community re-entry outings.

Undergraduate Research Assistant

University Of Tennessee Recreation Department
08.1995 - 05.1996
  • Selected and trained over 200+ University of Tennessee students for Camp Koinonia, a week-long residential outdoor education program for 90-100 children with multiple disabilities such as hearing and visual impairments, Cerebral Palsy, intellectual disabilities, Muscular Dystrophy, Spina Bifida, and Autism.
  • Race Director/Founder for 1st Annual "5K Run for a Reason" road race to benefit children of Camp Koinonia, 1996
  • Developed and conducted workshops and seminars for community organizations.
  • Assistant Activity Leader for workshops, educating community business leaders on importance of therapeutic recreation programs offered through Camp Koinonia. to benefit children with disabilities.
  • Recreation Leader/Camp Counselor for Camp Katerpillar of Fort Sanders Hospice, 1995

Recreational Therapy Assistant/Practicum

East Tennessee Baptist Hospital Rehab Center
05.1995 - 08.1995
  • Organized recreation and therapy programs congruent with participants' therapy goals, abilities and personal interests.
  • Encouraged clients with special needs and circumstances to acquire new skills and get involved in health-promoting leisure activities.
  • Maintained detailed records outlining patient treatment plans, progress updates, treatment adjustments, goal achievements and outcomes.
  • Scheduled and led specialized programs allowing participants to engage in exercise and recreation, supporting social and physical wellbeing.

Adaptive Physical Education Leader/Practicum

Tennessee School For The Deaf
01.1995 - 05.1995
  • Provided recreational activities for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in day program
  • Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
  • Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
  • Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents, and school officials.

Assistant Activity Therapist/Practicum

Peninsula Psychiatric Hospital
08.1994 - 12.1994
  • Managed safety of activity therapy work areas, maintaining quantity and variety of supplies.
  • Assessed patients via observations and interviews, maintaining notes on needs, skills, interests, and limitations.
  • Promoted group-based interactions, providing support for patients requiring special modifications or considerations.
  • Documented activity assessments, treatment goals, interventions, and outcomes to supplement and reinforce patient medical records.

Occupational Therapy Volunteer

St. Mary's Rehabilitation Hospital
01.1993 - 12.1993
  • 200 + volunteer hours
  • Transferred and transported patients from hospital room to therapy gym
  • Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing, and self-feeding.
  • Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.

Education

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

South College
Knoxville, TN
08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Recreational Therapy

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
08.1996

High School Diploma -

Farragut High School
Knoxville, TN
05.1991

Skills

  • Flexibility, compassion, empathy, and detail-oriented
  • Experience in variety of settings such as acute, geriatric, skilled nursing, inpatient orthopedic, pediatric/adult outpatient clinic, inpatient vocational rehab, and psychiatric hospital
  • Knowledge in Sensory Integration and Sensory Processing Disorder
  • Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel
  • Fusion Web Clinic EMR software

Certification

  • CPR Certification

Timeline

OTAs Level II A Fieldwork Outpatient Pediatrics

Smoky Mountain Occupational Therapy
04.2023 - 06.2023

OTAs Level I Fieldwork Physical Dysfunction/Ortho

Parkwest Medical Center
01.2023 - 03.2023

OTAs Level I Fieldwork/Mental Health

Village Behavioral Health Treatment Center
10.2022 - 11.2022

OTAs Level I Fieldwork/Pediatrics

The Arc Knox County
08.2022 - 08.2022

Front Office Coordinator

Hicks Orthodontics
06.2018 - 04.2022

Administrative Assistant

Christian Academy Of Knoxville
06.2012 - 02.2017

Assistant Manager/Leasing Consultant

College Park Apartments
08.1998 - 09.2000

Recreational Therapist

Beyond The Limits, Covenant Behavioral Health
08.1996 - 08.1998

Recreational Therapist Intern

Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center
05.1996 - 08.1996

Undergraduate Research Assistant

University Of Tennessee Recreation Department
08.1995 - 05.1996

Recreational Therapy Assistant/Practicum

East Tennessee Baptist Hospital Rehab Center
05.1995 - 08.1995

Adaptive Physical Education Leader/Practicum

Tennessee School For The Deaf
01.1995 - 05.1995

Assistant Activity Therapist/Practicum

Peninsula Psychiatric Hospital
08.1994 - 12.1994

Occupational Therapy Volunteer

St. Mary's Rehabilitation Hospital
01.1993 - 12.1993

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

South College

Bachelor of Science - Recreational Therapy

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

High School Diploma -

Farragut High School

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