Linda Pate
Gwynn Oak,MD
Summary
Accomplished Occupational Therapist with a proven track record at Genesis Rehabilitation, enhancing patient care through effective interdisciplinary collaboration and clinical reasoning. Skilled in direct patient care and staff education, significantly reducing hospital readmission rates. Expert in employing both hard and soft skills to elevate service delivery and patient outcomes. Professionally provides therapeutic interventions and assessments to variety of patients. Skills including creating individualized treatment plans to maximize patient's independence and wellbeing. Focused on using therapeutic approaches to help clients reach highest potential.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Select Rehabilitation
04.2014 - 12.2018
- 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.
Occupational Therapist
Sava Senior Care
09.2007 - 11.2018
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
Occupational Therapist
Genesis Rehabilitation
11.2006 - 01.2012
- Advocated for occupational therapy services within healthcare system, highlighting value of occupational therapy in patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive approach to patient care, optimizing overall outcomes.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough post-discharge follow-up care and education.
- Streamlined therapy processes to enhance service delivery efficiency, ensuring timely patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Howard University
Washington, DC05.2004
Associate of Science - General Literature
Essex Community College
Baltimore, MD05.1998
Skills
- Family and patient education
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Direct Patient Care
- Activity analysis
- Staff education and training
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Select Rehabilitation
04.2014 - 12.2018
Occupational Therapist
Sava Senior Care
09.2007 - 11.2018
Occupational Therapist
Genesis Rehabilitation
11.2006 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Howard University
Associate of Science - General Literature
Essex Community College
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