Lindsey Holt
Alma,USA
Summary
Knowledgeable pediatric occupational therapist with solid background in providing therapeutic interventions to enhance patient well-being. Proven ability to develop and implement effective treatment plans tailored to individual needs. Demonstrated expertise in patient assessment and rehabilitation techniques.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Pediatric Promise Center
Alma, AR
06.2021 - Current
- Conducted assessments to identify occupational challenges and design targeted interventions for student success.
- Developed individualized therapy plans to enhance students' functional abilities and academic performance.
- Implemented sensory integration techniques that enhanced focus and engagement in classroom settings.
- Improved students'' sensory processing abilities through the design and implementation of targeted interventions.
- Assisted students with disabilities in developing self-regulation strategies, resulting in increased participation during class activities.
- Evaluated therapy outcomes and adjusted programs to align with students' evolving needs and feedback.
- Collaborated with educators and parents to foster supportive learning environments that address diverse student needs.
- Trained staff on adaptive strategies to support students' physical, social, and emotional development.
- Worked closely with special education teachers, integrating therapeutic strategies into lesson plans for a cohesive approach to learning support services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal student success and growth in their educational journey.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations to accurately identify students'' strengths and areas for improvement.
- Provided ongoing progress monitoring, making necessary adjustments to ensure continued progress toward established goals.
- Supervised and mentored school-based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), providing clinical guidance, support, and performance feedback to ensure high-quality therapy services.
Occupational Therapist
Incite Rehab
Conway, AR
12.2010 - Current
- Evaluated patient conditions, histories and goals
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals
- Determined best treatment plans to meet objectives for school, work and home life
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness
- Determined best treatment plans to meet objectives for work and home life
- Developed individualized treatment plans to enhance patient recovery and functional independence.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, and intracranial hematomas
- Engaged patients with games, crafts, cooking, and other activities
- Communicated goals, plans and progress to patients
- Promoted patient participation in therapeutic activities with games, crafts, cooking, and other activities
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Controlled digital access, used confidential waste bins and shredders, and locked document storage cabinets to protect confidential files, reports and fiscal data
- Conducted physical, academic, vocational, mental and other types of evaluations to identify clients' needs and devise rehabilitation plans
- Used facility software to enter daily notes, progress notes, evaluations, and discharge summaries
Occupational Therapist
Center For Pediatric Therapy
Rudy, AR
08.2010 - 05.2023
- Developed individualized therapy plans to enhance students' functional abilities and academic performance.
- Collaborated with educators and parents to create supportive learning environments for students with diverse needs.
- Conducted assessments to identify occupational challenges and design targeted interventions for student success.
- Implemented sensory integration techniques to improve focus and engagement in classroom settings.
- Trained staff on adaptive strategies to support students' physical, social, and emotional development.
- Evaluated progress of therapy outcomes, adjusting programs based on students' evolving needs and feedback.
- Improved students'' sensory processing abilities through the design and implementation of targeted interventions.
- Assisted students with disabilities in developing self-regulation strategies, resulting in increased participation during class activities.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations to accurately identify students'' strengths and areas for improvement.
- Worked closely with special education teachers, integrating therapeutic strategies into lesson plans for a cohesive approach to learning support services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal student success and growth in their educational journey.
- Provided ongoing progress monitoring, making necessary adjustments to ensure continued progress toward established goals.
- Mentored new occupational therapists, sharing best practices and expertise in school-based settings.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Supervised and mentored school-based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), providing clinical guidance, support, and performance feedback to ensure high-quality therapy services.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR12.2008
High School Diploma -
Ozark High School
Ozark, AR05.2004
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Assessment skills
- Clinical reasoning
- Progress assessments
- Intervention planning
- Clinical documentation
- Patient privacy
- Patient education
- COTA supervision
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Caseload management
- Clinical judgment
Affiliations
- Member of Kibler Baptist Church
- Coach for Alma Youth Soccer League
- Assistant coach for Alma Fast Pitch Softball League
Certification
- National Board Certified Occupational Therapist
- Registered Occupational Therapist in the State of Arkansas
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Pediatric Promise Center
06.2021 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Incite Rehab
12.2010 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Center For Pediatric Therapy
08.2010 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Central Arkansas
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Central Arkansas
High School Diploma -
Ozark High School