Compassionate Occupational Therapist with specialized training in therapeutic interventions. Experienced in developing and implementing customized therapy plans for children, adolescents, and adults. Strong collaborator and communicator focused on achieving positive outcomes while adapting to patient and family needs. Skilled in patient assessment and therapeutic interventions.
Work History
Occupational Therapist
4 Years 9 Months
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center | 11.2021 - Current
Evaluated and assessed pediatric clients to develop individualized therapy plans.
Implemented therapeutic activities to enhance motor skills and functional independence.
Monitored client progress and adapted interventions based on individual needs.
Utilized standardized assessments to evaluate client progress, informing adjustments to treatment plans accordingly for optimal outcomes.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
Supported the transition from early intervention services to school-based services by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and families throughout the process.
Increased children's participation in daily activities by addressing sensory processing challenges through tailored sensory integration strategies.
Educated families on therapeutic techniques to support skill development at home.
Enhanced overall clinic reputation by consistently providing high-quality, evidence-based interventions that yielded positive outcomes for clients.
Occupational Therapist
2 Years 2 Months
HealthPro | 08.2019 - 10.2021
Delivered flexible therapy services to meet patient needs in a senior living environment. in-house outpatient OT services in a senior living facility
Delivered resident-centered orthopedic, neurological, and lymphatic treatments to enhance patient well-being.
Assessed home safety, medication/dietary management, functional balance/mobility, and fall safety while educating residents and families.
Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
Addressing home safety, medication/dietary management, functional balance/mobility, fall safety, resident and family education and training.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies and outcomes.
Educated patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications to support daily living.
Occupational Therapist
7 Months
Franciscan Home Health | 08.2018 - 03.2019
Developed and collaborated on patient comprehensive treatment plans with physicians and team members
Implemented evidence-based practices to improve therapeutic interventions and patient engagement.
Conducted home safety assessments and delivered targeted therapeutic services to enhance patient well-being.
Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments, and options to support symptom management and improve health outcomes.
Facilitated dietary compliance discussions with patients and families to manage CHF and COPD effectively.
Mentored junior therapists, fostering professional growth and ensuring adherence to best practices.
Completed supervisory visits for home health aides
Occupational Therapist
3 Years 8 Months
Decatur County Hospital Home Health | 11.2014 - 07.2018
Developed plans of care to meet the functional, physical, emotional and educational needs of the patient/family
Designed adaptive equipment solutions tailored to individual patient requirements for enhanced functionality.
Educated patients and caregivers on adaptive equipment use while facilitating acquisitions to enhance functional independence.
Assessed home safety and environmental factors to recommend modifications for improved patient safety and accessibility.
Collaborated with team members to plan and implement patient interventions. with multidisciplinary treatment team.
Managed and guided treatment responses to optimize patient outcomes. responses to treatments.
Facilitated independent living by connecting patients with community resources and support services.
Created and implemented home exercise programs for patients and caregivers to enhance recovery
Guided patients, families, and caregivers in strategies to achieve prior level of functioning
Recommended home safety modifications and connected patients with appropriate community services
Recommended appropriate in home equipment to maximize safety
Addressed cumulative, orthopedic (shoulder, elbows, wrist and hands) and neurological conditions
Facilitated training classes on pre-hip/knee surgery, sensory integration, and handwriting for educators and support staff
Worked with a team to develop IEPs, made recommendations and assisted with classroom modifications to maximize learning and address modulation issues and behaviors.
Managed student and COTA activities to ensure effective learning