Leah August
Winthrop,ME
Summary
I am a meticulous and conscientious occupational therapist with experience working with children and adults in a variety of settings to increase independence and promote safety with daily routines. My current job duties and experiences include supervising and leading OT and PT clinical departments while managing my own caseload, creating individualized treatment plans, conducting consultative and direct treatment sessions, utilizing current evidenced-based therapeutic techniques, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. I am compassionate and committed to improving quality of life across the lifespan.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist- Department Head
The Margaret Murphy Center For Children
08.2005 - Current
- Exercises leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others, solving problems within the department, communicating effectively between administration and staff, and leading department meetings.
- Cultivates interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Provides clinical services to children and adolescents with various physical, cognitive and emotional impairments.
- Consults with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Performs evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Coordinates interventions with the interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Customizes standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Enhances patient functionality through evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Completes documentation including daily notes, quarterly updates, evaluations, and billing requirements in a timely manner.
Occupational Therapist- Per Diem
Maine General Medical Center
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
Occupational Therapist
The Winthrop Manor
04.2009 - 03.2017
- Developed customized home exercise programs, enabling patients to maintain progress outside of therapy sessions.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Conducted home safety evaluations to ensure wellness and safety when transitioning from the skilled nursing facility to home.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Adapted home environments by making recommendations to improve safety, independence and participation in daily routines.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of New England
Biddeford/Portland, ME05.2003
Skills
- Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy Department Head- Margaret Murphy Center for Children, supervising 12 clinical staff
- Occupational Therapist Registered/Licensed in Maine- current
- AOTA Board Certification in Pediatrics July 2022-Present
- CPR/First Aid Certified (current)
Hobbies
When I'm not attending sports events for my two teenage children I enjoy backpacking and spending time outdoors. Combining exercise and nature is the perfect change of pace from my daily responsibilities.
Timeline
Occupational Therapist- Per Diem
Maine General Medical Center
09.2017 - 03.2019
Occupational Therapist
The Winthrop Manor
04.2009 - 03.2017
Occupational Therapist- Department Head
The Margaret Murphy Center For Children
08.2005 - Current
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of New England
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