Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Kelly Hay

Bryant,AR

Summary

Dynamic Occupational Therapist with a proven track record at Bryant Public School District, excelling in analytical reasoning and collaboration. Expert in synthesizing evaluation results to craft evidence-based intervention strategies, enhancing student outcomes. Strong leadership and organizational skills demonstrated while supervising COTAs and implementing best practices across multidisciplinary teams.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Occupational Therapy Evaluator

Bryant Public School District
07.2022 - Current
  • Evaluate students, 0-21 years of age, synthesize evaluation results to provide strengths and barriers into a comprehensive written report to provide evidence-based intervention strategies.
  • Collaborate with teachers and other IEP/504 team members to increase understanding of the student's occupational performance and to facilitate carryover in their educational environment.
  • Supervision and coaching to COTAs, ensure AOTA and AR State Medical Board standards of practice are implemented and followed.

Pediatric Therapy Director

Kidsource Therapy
08.2001 - 05.2023
  • Coordinate, supervise, and scheduling for 8 clinics for 140+ related services staff.
  • Provide positive leadership, organization, implementation of system wide initiatives, goals, and timelines.
  • Supervision and coaching to COTAs, ensure AOTA and AR State Medical Board standards of practice are implemented and followed.
  • Evaluate clients, 0-21 years of age, synthesize evaluation results to provide strengths and barriers into a comprehensive written report to provide evidence-based intervention strategies.
  • Collaborate with families, teachers, caregivers, and other related service providers to increase understanding of the client's occupational performance and to facilitate carryover in their natural environment.

Education

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR
01-2005

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR
01-2000

Skills

  • Analytical reasoning
  • Data interpretation
  • Professionalism
  • Time management abilities
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills

Certification

Arkansas State Medical Board Occupational Therapy License

OTR1629


National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy

Timeline

Occupational Therapy Evaluator

Bryant Public School District
07.2022 - Current

Pediatric Therapy Director

Kidsource Therapy
08.2001 - 05.2023

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

University of Central Arkansas

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

University of Central Arkansas
Kelly Hay