Mary James-Ricks
Decatur,US
Summary
Accomplished Occupational Therapist with over twenty years experience at Shepherd Center, enhancing TBI/ABI patient functionality and independence through innovative therapeutic interventions and education. Skilled in neurological rehabilitation and collaborative teamwork, I excel in creating customized care plans that promote community integration and patient empowerment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Shepherd Center
10.2002 - Current
- Enhanced patient functionality through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercises.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Developed customized home exercise programs, enabling patients to maintain progress outside of therapy sessions.
- Facilitated patient independence in daily living activities, employing adaptive equipment and environmental modifications.
- Mentored occupational therapy students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development.
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Associated Therapies
09.2002 - 04.2007
- Enhanced communication between parents and school staff by providing detailed progress reports and collaborating in 504 meetings.
- Utilized standardized assessments to evaluate client progress, informing adjustments to treatment plans accordingly for optimal outcomes.
- Implemented creative problem-solving methods to address complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or comorbid conditions in pediatric clients.
- Increased children''s participation in daily activities by addressing sensory processing challenges through tailored sensory integration strategies.
- Facilitated improved handwriting skills for students through targeted interventions and adaptive equipment recommendations.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Brenau University
Gainesville, GA05.2002
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Photography
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.1992
Skills
- Family and patient education
- Multitasking
- Goal setting experience
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- Home modifications
- Documentation skills
- Community Integration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Student Mentorship
Certification
Physical Agent Modality Certified
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Shepherd Center
10.2002 - Current
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Associated Therapies
09.2002 - 04.2007
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Brenau University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Photography
University of Florida
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