Marcy Thomas
Burlington,KY
Summary
Dynamic Occupational Therapist dedicated to empowering patients to achieve independence and enhance quality of life through customized therapeutic strategies. Expertise in comprehensive patient assessments, innovative home modification recommendations, and effective interdisciplinary collaboration ensures a holistic approach to care. Proven ability to adapt therapeutic techniques to meet diverse needs, driving positive outcomes in rehabilitation settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Gateway Rehabilitation Hospital
11.2024 - Current
- Developed and executed comprehensive plans for inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation utilizing patient's strengths and community supports to successfully treating a diverse patient population
- Corresponded with caregivers and case managers, networked and established referrals for optimal therapy services and patient care
- Utilized a variety of therapeutic modalities and techniques such as NDT, DPAM, MFR, cognitive/behavioral approaches and functional activities.
Occupational Therapist, PRN
Encompass
05.2014 - Current
- Provided inpatient rehabilitation services to individuals recovering from acute care illness.
- Diagnoses seen ranged from joint replacement, multi-trauma, neurological disorders, and pulmonary disease.
Occupational Therapist
Fit for Work, LLC
09.2017 - 10.2022
- Provided consultation and preventative services to on-site workers during early stages of musculoskeletal discomfort.
- Creating, updating, and improving job analysis as needed to identify recommendations for a safe and ergonomic work environment.
- Working in a remote office implementing company vision of ergonomically based injury management.
- Collaborated with Safety and Human Resources on-site to promote ergonomic solutions in a factory setting.
Occupational Therapist, PRN/Contract
St. Elizabeth Hospital/Home Health
02.2016 - 01.2022
- Advised patients and families on home safety modifications and DME to increase safety.
- Provided flexible staffing coverage on weekend/weekday basis in a skilled nursing setting.
- Conducted home assessments and supplied home modification recommendations to maximize patient function.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY01.2004
Skills
- Family and patient education
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Adaptive equipment use
- Injury prevention
- Adaptability
- Health promotion
- Functional assessment
- Outcome planning
- Patient advocacy
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Deep Physical Agent Modalities (DPAM)
- Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS)
- Myofascial Release
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Gateway Rehabilitation Hospital
11.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Fit for Work, LLC
09.2017 - 10.2022
Occupational Therapist, PRN/Contract
St. Elizabeth Hospital/Home Health
02.2016 - 01.2022
Occupational Therapist, PRN
Encompass
05.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Eastern Kentucky University
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