Kim Davis Smith
Delbarton,WV
Summary
Talented Occupational Therapist bringing a clear understanding of standards, procedures and best practices. Familiar with program development, strong planning, problem-solving and relationship-building skills, team leadership and training. Looking to leverage 25 years of experience in the field to take on a challenging new position as a School Based Occupational Therapist.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
CenterWell Home Health
Chapmanville, WV
09.2017 - Current
- Assessed patient functional abilities in home environments, and daily activities to determine necessary interventions.
- Developed treatment plans based on individual needs and goals.
- Performed evaluations of patients to assess their physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial functioning.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to develop comprehensive treatment programs for patients.
- Monitored patient progress through periodic re-evaluations to ensure desired outcomes were achieved or modified as needed.
- Supported family members by providing education about the condition of the patient and available resources.
- Assisted individuals returning from hospitalization in adjusting back into their home environment.
- Conducted home visits to administer occupational therapy sessions to patients.
Occupational Therapist
Mingo Wayne Home Health
Williamson, WV
09.2006 - 09.2017
- Used therapeutic exercises and activities to improve strength, endurance and range of motion in patients.
- Conducted home visits to administer occupational therapy sessions to patients.
- Educated patients and families to help understand disease process, injury and limitations.
- Completed evaluations and ongoing assessments to determine patient needs.
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
West Viginia Birth to Three
Delbarton, West Virginia
04.2002 - 04.2012
- 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.
- Created progress reports and documentation for each patient on a regular basis.
- Instructed parents and caregivers in strategies to support their child's therapy goals at home.
- Demonstrated proper use of adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers and communication devices.
- Educated families about developmental milestones and how to promote positive behavior change in children.
- Maintained close contact with other healthcare professionals involved in patient care, such as physicians, nurses, psychologists and speech therapists.
- Attended conferences related to pediatric occupational therapy topics for professional growth opportunities.
- Worked with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive treatment and support.
Clinical Occupational Therapist
Logan Regional Medical Center
Logan, West Virginia
09.2001 - 09.2006
- Performed evaluations and reassessments of patients to assess their physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial functioning in an acute care, outpatient and in-patient rehabilitation setting.
- Designed therapeutic activities to improve physical strength, coordination, balance, posture, sensory integration skills.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to develop comprehensive treatment programs for patients.
Occupational Therapist
Williamson Memorial Hospital
Williamson, WV
03.2000 - 09.2001
- Planned and organized occupational therapy programs in hospitals and community settings to help rehabilitate impaired individuals.
- Documented patient treatment plans and recovery progress.
- Created reports documenting patient assessments, treatments provided, progress made towards goals and recommendations for future care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Roanoke, VA12-1999
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05-1997
Skills
- Treatment implementation
- Documentation skills
- Outcome planning
- Intervention Planning
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Progress Monitoring
- Discharge Planning
- Initial patient assessments
Certification
- CPR certified
Accomplishments
- 2020 Clinician Copper Coin Award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
CenterWell Home Health
09.2017 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Mingo Wayne Home Health
09.2006 - 09.2017
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
West Viginia Birth to Three
04.2002 - 04.2012
Clinical Occupational Therapist
Logan Regional Medical Center
09.2001 - 09.2006
Occupational Therapist
Williamson Memorial Hospital
03.2000 - 09.2001
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
West Virginia University
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