Krista Drawbaugh
Hagerstown,MD
Summary
Dynamic Occupational Therapist with a proven track record at Mary Freebed Rehabilitation with expertise in treating neurological disorders, orthopedic injuries, and cardiac disease processes. I enhance patient outcomes through individualized evidence-based treatment plans and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in patient assessment and advocacy, I leverage excellent communication and problem-solving abilities to empower clients in their rehabilitation journey.
Overview
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Work History
Occupational Therapist
Mary Freebed Rehabilitation
- Assisted clients in developing personalized therapeutic plans to improve daily living skills.
- Supported occupational assessments by gathering client histories and documenting progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Implemented adaptive equipment trials to identify suitable solutions for client needs.
- Educated clients and families on therapy techniques to promote continued improvement at home.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Mentored occupational therapy students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Enhanced patient functionality through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercises.
- Advocated for patients' needs, securing necessary resources and support services to aid in their rehabilitation.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments for new patients to identify functional limitations and establish therapeutic goals.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05.2006
Skills
- Family and patient education
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Direct patient care
- Intervention planning
- Therapeutic techniques
- Documentation skills
- Staff education and training
- Patient assessment
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Discharge planning
- Wheelchair seating
- EMR / EHR
- Patient positioning
- Documentation
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Time Management
- Problem-solving
- Excellent communication
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Occupational therapist registered (OTR)
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Patient advocacy
Certification
CPR/AED Certified
NBCOT
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Mary Freebed Rehabilitation
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Shenandoah University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Phoenix