Laura Tingler, OTR/L, CLT
Stout,OH
Summary
Compassionate and resourceful Occupational Therapist with a diverse background across inpatient, outpatient, and pediatric settings seeking to help the youth of today gain the skills necessary to overcome the challenges they face and encourage a brighter future while maintaining individuality, integrity, and strength of character. Experienced in orthopedics, neurology, developmental and motor delays, and lymphedema management, with a strong record of patient engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration. Transitioning into telehealth practice with a focus on expanding access to high‑quality OT services through virtual care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Occupational Therapist
Aya Healthcare
Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana
08.2024 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive OT evaluations, re-evaluations, interventions, and individualized treatment plans across inpatient, outpatient, pediatric, neurology, and acute care settings.
- Assisted with establishing and growing a new therapy department for outpatient and inpatient occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech language pathology.
- Assisted clients in meeting 92% of established short and long-term goals prior to discharge.
- Mentored COTAs on functional retraining and documentation best practices.
Occupational Therapist/Certified Lymphedema Therapist
LifePoint Health
Portsmouth, OH
05.2013 - 08.2024
- Managed occupational therapy evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, scheduling, insurance tracking, and outcome tracking for orthopedic, pediatric, lymphedema, and neurological clients.
- Managed a continuous caseload of over 50 clients.
- Collaborated with local school systems for pediatric outpatient services and family education.
- Trained staff in documentation compliance and clinical skills development.
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH12-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Marshall University
Huntington, WV12-2009
Skills
- Empathetic and patient
- Personal and professional integrity
- Time management proficiency
- Comprehensive documentation skills
- Promotes unification among disciplines
- Experienced in team training
Timeline
Travel Occupational Therapist
Aya Healthcare
08.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapist/Certified Lymphedema Therapist
LifePoint Health
05.2013 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Marshall University
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Shawnee State University
Core Competencies
- Telehealth-readiness & EMR Proficiency (Epic, Cerner, WellSky, MediTech)
- Orthopedic & Neurologic Rehabilitation
- Pediatric Development & Sensory Integration
- Functional Assessments & Outcome Measurement
- Patient & Caregiver Education
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Evidence-Based Practice & Patient-Centered Care