Kathryn Gottlieb
Petaluma,CA
Summary
Experienced Occupational Therapist with strong knowledge of healthcare standards and procedures. Skilled in program development, team leadership, and training, with expertise in electronic charting and patient documentation. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration within healthcare teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Gateway Home Health
Sonoma County, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Developed targeted treatment plans to improve health outcomes for elderly patients.
- Provides therapeutic interventions centered around the patient and the patient's home environment to ensure a safe and efficient return to independence
- Evaluated and treated patients discharged from hospital to home, addressing mental and physical health needs to support recovery.
- Communicated with patients, doctors, therapists, nurses, and case managers to provide updates and recommendations for individual patient care.
- Proficient in Devero, an Electronic Medical Record platform for Home Health Clinicians.
Occupational Therapist
Providence St Joseph
Sonoma County, CA
05.2021 - 06.2025
- Enhanced quality of life for elderly patients through tailored treatment plans focused on individual needs and goals.
- Provides therapeutic interventions centered around the patient and the patient's home environment to ensure a safe and efficient return to independence
- Evaluated and treated patients recently discharged from hospital, addressing mental and physical health needs to facilitate smooth transition home.
- Communicated with patients, doctors, therapists, nurses, and case managers to share progress and recommendations for personalized care.
- Proficient in EPIC, Remote Client, Home Health EMR platform.
Occupational Therapist
Renown Health
Reno, NV
08.2017 - Current
- Evaluated and treated patients recently discharged from the hospital to support recovery in home environment with mental health and physical diagnoses.
- Delivered specialized treatment for elderly patients to enhance quality of life and independence.
- Provides therapeutic interventions centered around the patient and the patient's home environment to ensure a safe and efficient return to independence
- Communicated with patients, doctors, therapists, nurses, and case managers to provide updates and recommendations for individual patient care.
- Proficient in EPIC, Remote Client, Home Health EMR platform.
Work Injury Program Director, Occupational Therapist, OTR/L
Rebound Physical Therapy
Bend, OR
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Directed and created the Industrial Rehab Program to enhance client recovery and reintegration.
- Provided therapeutic interventions for material handling and work reintegration tasks, managing active client cases effectively.
- Communication with Clients, Doctors, Vocational Counselors and Case Managers regarding progress and recommendations for individual clients.
- Supervised aides in the OT gym to ensure effective patient care and support. and COTA in OT gym
- Educated therapists and staff on work comp claims and the rehabilitation process to improve service delivery.
- Evaluate patients for Work Capacity Evaluations/Physical Capacity
Lead Occupational Therapist and Work Injury Program Director
ATI Physical Therapy
Mountlake Terrace, WA
03.2015 - 08.2016
- Directs and creates Industrial Rehab Program
- Provides therapeutic interventions focusing on Material handling and Work Reintegration tasks. Provide Case management for 10-20 clients
- Facilitated communication with clients, doctors, vocational counselors, and case managers to discuss progress and provide tailored recommendations.
- Supervised COTAs and aides in the occupational therapy gym, ensuring high standards of patient care and compliance with protocols.
- Administers outpatient evaluation and interprets information to formulate a treatment plan for Hand Therapy patients
Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)/Case Manager
People's Injury Network Northwest (PINN)
Kent, WA
11.2014 - 03.2015
- Managed cases for 10-20 clients, ensuring coordinated care and support.
- Communicated with clients, doctors, vocational counselors, and case managers on client progress and tailored recommendations.
- Administered outpatient evaluations and interpreted information to develop treatment plans for Work Conditioning and Work Hardening clients.
- Provided therapeutic interventions targeting material handling and work reintegration tasks to enhance client recovery.
- Oversaw activities of certified occupational therapy assistants in the occupational therapy gym.
Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) and Program developer/Manager OTR/L
Reaction Physical Therapy
Lake Stevens
04.2013 - 11.2014
- Developed Work Hardening/Work Conditioning program at clinic to support patient return to work goals.
- Designed individualized treatment plans in aquatic therapy to enhance patient recovery outcomes in the Aquatic Therapy Pool.
- Created and implemented marketing plans for work rehabilitation and occupational therapy services, increasing clinic visibility and service engagement.
Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
Supplemental Healthcare
Federal Way, WA
11.2012 - 08.2013
- Contract OT working in Home Healthcare
- Administered patient evaluations and interpreted results to develop targeted treatment plans
- Provided therapeutic interventions to enhance safety in home environments and improve fine motor skills and ADL performance
- Created personalized home exercise programs aimed at improving patient mobility and independence
- Educated patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques and recommended appropriate adaptive equipment
Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
Touch Bionics, Inc
Mansfield, MA
06.2012 - 09.2012
- Delivered pre-prosthetic and prosthetic training for patients with upper limb amputation to enhance their functional independence.
- Trained patients and local clinicians on the software associated with the i-limb ultra prosthetic myoelectric hand and digits
- Provided extensive training and in-services for clinicians (occupational therapists and prosthetists) to take over the patient training after the device was fitted
- Conducted upper limb manual muscle testing and range of motion assessment, focusing on small joints and hand muscles to inform treatment plans.
- Assessed individuals' job skills in a structured setting to evaluate readiness for employment and support reintegration into the workforce.
Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
Seattle, WA
03.2011 - 05.2012
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team to develop and implement complex treatment objectives for improved patient outcomes
- Treated a wide range of diagnosis including amputation, stroke, SCI, TBI, total knee replacement, total shoulder replacement, and total hip replacement
- Trained patients on adaptive equipment to facilitate daily living activities and promote functional independence
- Conducted home evaluations and provided environment recommendations to enhance patient safety and independence
Fieldwork Level II
Kentfield Rehabilitation Hospital
Kentfield, CA
09.2010 - 12.2010
- Collaborated with team of therapists in inpatient facility to rehabilitate patients with TBI, cardiac surgery, wound care, tracheotomy, and ventilator support
- Assisted patients with dressing and basic activities of daily living to promote self-care and independence
Fieldwork Level II
Occupational Therapy Program (OTTP)
San Francisco, CA
04.2010 - 08.2010
- Provided one-on-one and group therapy to at-risk youth, fostering emotional growth and resilience
- Supported males ages 15-18 on probation or incarcerated in Juvenile Hall, addressing challenges related to Depression, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and PTSD
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA12-2010
Certificate of Completion -
Stanford University Graduate School of BusinessSummer Institute
Stanford, CA07-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Stanford University Graduate School of Business
Santa Clara, CA06-2004
Skills
- Geriatric treatment and direct patient care
- Program development and case management
- Home health care
- Clinical judgment and documentation accuracy
- Electronic documentation and adaptive equipment
- Care plan review
- Discharge planning
- Goal setting
- Authorization review
- Analytical thinking
- Occupational performance
- Written communication
- Staff education and training
- Analytical thinking and care plan review
- Occupational performance and written communication
- Discharge planning
- Goal setting
Personal Information
- Title: Occupational Therapist with Program Development experience
- Availability: Willing to do some on-site in Sonoma County and Northern Marin County
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
Occupational Therapy License, OTR/L
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Gateway Home Health
06.2025 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Providence St Joseph
05.2021 - 06.2025
Occupational Therapist
Renown Health
08.2017 - Current
Work Injury Program Director, Occupational Therapist, OTR/L
Rebound Physical Therapy
09.2016 - 07.2017
Lead Occupational Therapist and Work Injury Program Director
ATI Physical Therapy
03.2015 - 08.2016
Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)/Case Manager
People's Injury Network Northwest (PINN)
11.2014 - 03.2015
Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) and Program developer/Manager OTR/L
Reaction Physical Therapy
04.2013 - 11.2014
Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
Supplemental Healthcare
11.2012 - 08.2013
Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
Touch Bionics, Inc
06.2012 - 09.2012
Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
03.2011 - 05.2012
Fieldwork Level II
Kentfield Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2010 - 12.2010
Fieldwork Level II
Occupational Therapy Program (OTTP)
04.2010 - 08.2010
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
San Jose State University
Certificate of Completion -
Stanford University Graduate School of BusinessSummer Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Stanford University Graduate School of Business