Marnie Smith
Rancho Santa Margarita,CA
Summary
Occupational Therapist with experience in inpatient acute care, subacute/long-term care, skilled nursing, inpatient Gero-psychology, and home health settings. Recognized for clinical excellence, adaptability, and a strong commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care. Skilled at integrating quickly into new environments while contributing to clinical quality, workflow improvement, multidisciplinary team collaboration, and positive patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead OTR/L, Full-Time
South Coast Global Medical Center
Santa Ana, CA
01.2023 - 02.2026
- Established and delivered comprehensive care plans for diverse and underserved populations in various units including med/surg and telemetry, subacute/long-term care/SNF, the gero-psych, critical care, and the emergency department
- Provided preceptorship for new hires and was responsible for attending all interdisciplinary team meetings, presented on safe patient handling and body mechanics for new hire orientations, oversaw splinting program, and constructed an educational initiative for preventing falls in the elderly
- Managed an acute care caseload of 20-30 patients per week as well as 28-33 subacute monthly reassessments while maintaining high quality care and maintaining productivity standards
PRN OTR
Private Pay OT at Freedom Village Assisted Living Facility
Lake Forest, CA
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Assessed the patient’s physical, communication and cognitive skills status post right total hip arthroplasty to develop a comprehensive treatment plan
- Provided education, recommendations and support for patient, family members and facility staff
Full-Time OTR/L, Home Health
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center
Cheyenne, WY
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Evaluated, treated, reassessed, and discharged clients of all ages and diagnoses
- Educated patients and families/caregivers about treatment options, lifestyle modifications, and effective home care programs to enhance overall health and wellness
- Completed OASIS starts of cares and recertifications with close communication with the interdisciplinary team
- Reviewed documentation and completed supervisory visits for COTAs
- Communicated the occupational therapy plan of care at interdisciplinary team meetings weekly
- Made appropriate referrals to other health services or therapies, including palliative care, adult day programs, and clinical liaison for patient admissions to the Acute Rehabilitation Unit
Part-Time, CNA
Client Condition: Stroke With Hemiplegia
Fort Collins, CO
09.2018 - 04.2020
- Client Condition: Stroke with Hemiplegia
- Assisted with activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living while promoting independence and client dignity
- Completed range of motion and exercises as well as donned splints to prevent decline in function
- Assessed vital signs, monitored patient’s condition and notified care team and family members of any changes in patient status
Registered Behavioral Therapist, Full-Time
Center for Autism and Related Disorders, CA
CA
11.2015 - 11.2016
- Taught activities of daily living, communication skills, emotional regulation, social, motor, and play skills in pediatric and young adult settings through applied behavioral principles as instructed by the supervising Behavioral Analyst
- Delivered therapy to children and adolescents in their homes, schools, in the community, and in the outpatient clinic
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO12-2020
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Pepperdine University
Irvine, CA05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA05-2014
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
FIELDWORK EXPERIENCE
- Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, WY – Full-Time Home Health and Inpatient Acute Care PRN, OTS – Fall 2020, Level IIB - 12 week rotation
- The Center at Northridge – Skilled Nursing Facility, OTS – Spring 2019, Level IIA - 12 week rotation
- Inspiring Talkers – Pediatric Outpatient, OTS – Fall 2019, Level IC
- Life Care Center Cheyenne – Skilled Nursing Facility, OTS– Fall 2018, Level ID
- Frasier Meadows - Long-Term Care - Dementia Unit, CNA – Summer 2018, Certified Nursing Aide clinical rotation
- University of Colorado Hospital – Inpatient Acute – Neuroscience Unit, OTS – Summer 2018, 5-week OT clinical rotation
- Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital – Inpatient Rehabilitation - Physical Dysfunction – Spinal Cord Injury Unit, OTS – Spring 2018, Level IB
- Denver Health Medical Center, Inpatient Acute, OTS – Fall 2017, Level IA
Licenses
National Board of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) - #449382 - Issued 2/4/2021 - Active - In good standing
California Board of Occupational Therapy - #24394 - Issued 11/29/2022 - Active -In good standing
Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy - #1553 - Issued 2/22/2021 - Expired - In good standing
Colorado Board of Occupational Therapy - # - Issued 2/22/2021 - Expired - In good standing
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certified – Expires 2028
- Aggressive Behavior Management (ABM) and Workplace Violence Prevention Certified
- Adaptive Yoga Certified- September 2020 - Adept on yoga techniques for medical and developmental patients
- Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) – Certification Number = N.A. 00788686 - Expired
Timeline
Lead OTR/L, Full-Time
South Coast Global Medical Center
01.2023 - 02.2026
PRN OTR
Private Pay OT at Freedom Village Assisted Living Facility
08.2022 - 12.2022
Full-Time OTR/L, Home Health
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - 07.2022
Part-Time, CNA
Client Condition: Stroke With Hemiplegia
09.2018 - 04.2020
Registered Behavioral Therapist, Full-Time
Center for Autism and Related Disorders, CA
11.2015 - 11.2016
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Pepperdine University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Loyola Marymount University
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Colorado State University