Kimberly Ramsey
Fort Campbell,KY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist with over 19 years of diverse experience across various clinical environments. My extensive background includes working with both children and adult patients in home and clinical settings. I am passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life, and I am eager to bring my skills and experience to a dynamic healthcare team where I can continue to make a positive impact on patient outcome.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
LHC Group
06.2023 - Current
- Responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centered occupational therapy services to clients in their homes.
- Perform evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Implement therapeutic interventions to improve patients' daily living skills, mobility, and overall functional abilities.
- Customize and implement personalized treatment plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Supervise COTAs to ensure ensure quality of care and adherence to plan of care.
Occupational Therapist
Accent Care Home Health
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Provide exceptional, patient-centered occupational therapy services to clients in their homes.
- Conduct thorough evaluations of patients' physical, cognitive, and psychosocial abilities.
- Meticulously review records to determine and implement best treatment methods.
- Recommend equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Conduct internal audits to ensure quality of care and timely initiation of services.
Occupational Therapist
Kindred at Home
06.2015 - 07.2022
- Delivered exceptional, client-focused occupational therapy services to patients in their home environments.
- Perform evaluations and assessments to identify optimal treatment plans for each patient.
- Monitor and documentpatient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patients' functional independence, safety, and quality of life.
- Train and supervise COTAs to ensure quality of care and adherence to plan of care.
Occupational Therapist
Amedisys Home Health
09.2007 - 12.2014
- Delivered comprehensive and compassionate occupational therapy services to patients in their home environment.
- Assess patients' home environments to identify potential safety hazards and recommend necessary modifications.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
Occupational Therapist
Legacy Healthcare Services
04.2009 - 03.2013
- Assessed and treated children with a variety of conditions, including developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, and sensory processing disorders.
- Designed and implemented sensory integration therapy programs to enhance children's sensory processing and self-regulation.
- Conducted home and school visits to evaluate environmental factors and recommend necessary modifications.
- Collaborated with speech and physical therapists to provide comprehensive, coordinated care for children with complex needs.
- Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions to promote social skills and peer interaction.
- Maintained detailed and accurate records of assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Attended continuing education workshops to stay current with best practices in pediatric occupational therapy.
- Provided mentorship and supervision to occupational therapy assistants and interns.
Occupational Therapist
Cobb Pediatric Therapy Services
09.2010 - 11.2010
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of children's physical, cognitive, and sensory needs to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Implement therapeutic interventions to improve fine motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living activities.
- Collaborate with parents, teachers, and other healthcare professionals to support children's development and integration into educational settings.
- Utilize play-based therapy techniques to engage children and enhance their participation in therapy sessions.
- Monitor and document children's progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Provide parent and caregiver education on strategies to support their child's development at home and in the community.
- Recommend adaptive equipment and environmental modifications to promote children's independence and safety.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss case progress and coordinate care plans.
Occupational Therapist
EBS Service
11.2005 - 06.2006
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of children's physical, cognitive, and sensory needs to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Implement therapeutic interventions to improve fine motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living activities.
- Collaborate with parents, teachers, and other healthcare professionals to support children's development and integration into educational settings.
- Provide parent and caregiver education on strategies to support their child's development at home and in the community.
- Recommend adaptive equipment and environmental modifications to promote children's independence and safety.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss case progress and coordinate care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL07.2005
Skills
- Patient Assessment and Evaluation
- Treatment Planning and Implementation
- Pediatric Therapy
- Geriatric Therapy
- Inpatient Therapy
- Home Health Care
- Assistive Technology and Adaptive Equipment
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Advocacy
- Intervention Planning
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
LHC Group
06.2023 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Accent Care Home Health
07.2022 - 07.2023
Occupational Therapist
Kindred at Home
06.2015 - 07.2022
Occupational Therapist
Cobb Pediatric Therapy Services
09.2010 - 11.2010
Occupational Therapist
Legacy Healthcare Services
04.2009 - 03.2013
Occupational Therapist
Amedisys Home Health
09.2007 - 12.2014
Occupational Therapist
EBS Service
11.2005 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Alabama State University
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