Kyra Poole
Sour Lake,TX
Summary
Compassionate School-Based Occupational Therapist with expertise in treating handwriting deficits, visual motor difficulties, self-regulation deficits and transitional needs. Skilled in conducting assessments, developing OT Individualized Education Plan Goals/objective and providing student/teacher education. Strong interpersonal and task prioritization skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
School-Based Occupational Therapist
Southeast Texas Pediatric Therapy
01.2018 - Current
- Worked closely with special education teachers, integrating therapeutic strategies into classroom setting for a cohesive approach to learning support services.
- Provided ongoing progress monitoring, making necessary adjustments to ensure continued progress toward established goals.
- Addressed visual-perceptual deficits through targeted intervention techniques designed to enhance academic performance across subject areas.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations including standardized assessment to accurately identify students' strengths and areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal student success and growth in their educational journey.
- Assisted students with disabilities in developing self-regulation strategies, resulting in increased participation during class activities.
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Kids Therapy SET
01.2018 - Current
- Utilized standardized assessments to evaluate client progress, informing adjustments to treatment plans accordingly for optimal outcomes.
- Continuously expanded professional knowledge through attending conferences, workshops, and webinars to stay current on the latest advancements in pediatric occupational therapy.
- Increased children''s participation in daily activities by addressing sensory processing challenges through tailored sensory integration strategies.
- Promoted greater independence for children with special needs by teaching self-care tasks such as dressing, eating, and grooming.
- Facilitated improved handwriting skills for students through targeted interventions and adaptive equipment recommendations.
Occupational Therapist
Baptist Hospital Of Southeast Texas
07.2010 - Current
- 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.
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Texas Woman's University
Houston, TX12.2009
Bachelor of General Studies - Biology, Psychology, And Kinesiology
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12.2006
Skills
- Handwriting Intervention
- Visual Perception
- Executive Functioning
- Documentation skills
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Adaptive Equipment
Timeline
School-Based Occupational Therapist
Southeast Texas Pediatric Therapy
01.2018 - Current
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Kids Therapy SET
01.2018 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Baptist Hospital Of Southeast Texas
07.2010 - Current
Master of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of General Studies - Biology, Psychology, And Kinesiology
Lamar University
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