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Work History
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Kierra Smiley

Port Saint Lucie,FL

Summary

Responsible and motivated recent graduate with desire to take on new challenges as an occupational therapist. Strong work ethic, dependable and exceptional adaptability skills. Skilled at working effectively, quickly mastering new skills and detail oriented. Highly organized, proactive and punctual, with a team-oriented mentality.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Occupational Therapist

Pediatric Therapy Links
12.2023 - Current
  • Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
  • Meticulously reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.
  • Optimized clinic efficiency by maintaining accurate documentation, managing caseloads effectively, and adhering to regulatory guidelines.
  • Provided clinical services to clients with various physical, mental and emotional impairments.

Occupational Therapist

Sensory Innovation Therapies
12.2023 - Current
  • Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
  • Implemented creative problem-solving methods to address complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or comorbid conditions in pediatric clients.
  • Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
  • Increased children's participation in daily activities by addressing sensory processing challenges through tailored sensory integration strategies.
  • Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Great Heights Academy
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, administrators, and other school personnel regarding student progress and behavior issues
  • Observed students during lessons to ensure they were receiving instruction at their appropriate level
  • Participated in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and other meetings related to special education services as needed
  • Helped create a positive learning environment by encouraging students through positive reinforcement techniques
  • Instructed small groups of students in specialized areas such as reading comprehension or math skills
  • Provided support to teachers by helping them prepare materials for activities or lessons.

Occupational Therapy Intern

Great Heights Academy
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate patients' physical, cognitive, and psychosocial abilities
  • Assisted with community re-integration activities such as job coaching and transportation services
  • Observed patient's behavior to assess progress towards functional goals
  • Supported administrative needs of therapy staff by gathering and organizing documents and materials.

Occupational Therapy Intern

Speakeasy For Kids
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Developed individualized treatment plans to meet the needs of pediatric patients
  • Provided therapeutic interventions, such as sensory integration, fine motor skills development and activities of daily living training
  • Conducted assessments including formal standardized testing, informal assessment tools and parent and caregiver interviews
  • Monitored patients' progress closely during treatments; adjusted treatments accordingly based on response.

Occupational Therapy Intern

North Mississippi Medical Center
09.2021 - 11.2021
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate patients' physical, cognitive, and psychosocial abilities
  • Provided direct care to clients, including therapeutic activities and exercises
  • Instructed patients in basic daily living skills, such as grooming and dressing
  • Assisted with developing individualized treatment plans for each patient's needs
  • Observed clients during treatment sessions to ensure safety and effectiveness of interventions.

Education

Doctor of Occupational Therapy in Occupational Therapy -

University of St Augustine For Health Science
12.2022

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science & Health Promotions -

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL
05.2018

Skills

  • Treatment implementation
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Activity analysis
  • Patient Needs Assessment
  • Documentation skills

Certification

CPR certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Occupational Therapist

Pediatric Therapy Links
12.2023 - Current

Occupational Therapist

Sensory Innovation Therapies
12.2023 - Current

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Great Heights Academy
12.2022 - 06.2023

Occupational Therapy Intern

Great Heights Academy
08.2022 - 12.2022

Occupational Therapy Intern

Speakeasy For Kids
01.2022 - 04.2022

Occupational Therapy Intern

North Mississippi Medical Center
09.2021 - 11.2021

Doctor of Occupational Therapy in Occupational Therapy -

University of St Augustine For Health Science

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science & Health Promotions -

Florida Atlantic University

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