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Lonna Gorenflo

Summary

Compassionate occupational therapist with extensive experience working with a wide variety of populations and diagnoses in multiple different health care settings. Creates individualized treatment plans, utilizes different therapeutic techniques, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams. Committed to improving quality of life. Driven to learn new skills. Highly flexible with the ability to adapt to change.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Occupational Therapist

Munson Medical Center
06.2020 - Current
  • Alternated between inpatient rehab and acute care roles.
  • Remained flexible and positive throughout the many uncertainties and changes occurring during this time period.
  • Continued to strengthen ability to adapt and progress toward to goals.

Occupational Therapist

Aspirus
06.2019 - 03.2020
  • Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
  • Home health position requiring discipline, close communication with providers, and flexibility.
  • Adapted environments by making changes to patient homes and workplaces to promote safety, independence, and participation.

Occupational Therapist

Concordia Transitional Care And Rehabilitation
10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Focused on community-based activities and community re-entry careplans.
  • Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team to reach patient goals.
  • Accurately documented all elements of OT assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Occupational Therapist

Interface Rehab
02.2018 - 08.2018
  • Focused on home evaluations. Provided recommendations for medical equipment and home modifications to promote safest return to prior living environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Occupational Therapist

Life Care Center Of Reno
09.2016 - 12.2017
  • Implemented lower extremity edema management techniques.
  • Prepared numerous justification reports to Medicare and private insurance companies with good record of clients obtaining equipment.
  • Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.

Occupational Therapist

Life Care Centers Of American - Treasure Valley
04.2016 - 07.2016
  • Participated in facility surveys and inspections made by authorized governmental agencies.
  • Maintained good communication between department heads, medical staff and governing boards by attending board meetings and synchronizing interdepartmental functions.

Occupational Therapist

Vibra Hospital Of Northern California
01.2016 - 04.2016
  • Created and implemented interventions to improve sensory and motor abilities for patients recovering from stroke / TBI.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming while implementing safety awareness training.
  • Created home exercise programs and provided training prior to discharge.

Occupational Therapist

Westgate Gardens Care Center
05.2015 - 12.2015
  • Evaluated patient conditions, histories and goals.
  • Determined best treatment plans to meet objectives for work and home life.

Education

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
01.2014

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
01.2011

Skills

  • Patient-centered care
  • Home evaluations
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Staff education and training
  • Flexible and driven
  • Hardworking and committed

Timeline

Occupational Therapist

Munson Medical Center
06.2020 - Current

Occupational Therapist

Aspirus
06.2019 - 03.2020

Occupational Therapist

Concordia Transitional Care And Rehabilitation
10.2018 - 03.2019

Occupational Therapist

Interface Rehab
02.2018 - 08.2018

Occupational Therapist

Life Care Center Of Reno
09.2016 - 12.2017

Occupational Therapist

Life Care Centers Of American - Treasure Valley
04.2016 - 07.2016

Occupational Therapist

Vibra Hospital Of Northern California
01.2016 - 04.2016

Occupational Therapist

Westgate Gardens Care Center
05.2015 - 12.2015

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

Western Michigan University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Grand Valley State University
Lonna Gorenflo