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Marykay Barnes

Canton,OH

Summary

Dynamic Occupational Therapist with a proven track record at Aultman Health Foundation, enhancing patient daily living skills through individualized treatment plans and ergonomic assessments. Excelled in interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education at Stark State College, significantly improving treatment outcomes. Expert in mental health interventions and adept at fostering patient independence.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Occupational Therapist

Aultman Health Foundation-Aultman Hospital
North Canton, Ohio
02.1989 - Current
  • Assessed patient needs and developed individualized treatment plans to enhance daily living skills.
  • Monitored patient progress through periodic re-evaluations to ensure desired outcomes were achieved.
  • Educated patients and families on coping strategies and resources for managing chronic conditions.
  • Provided emotional support to patients adjusting to new cognitive and physical limitations.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with occupational therapy best practices.

College Instructor

Stark State College of Technology
Canton, Ohio
09.2013 - 12.2019
  • Developed syllabus of lectures, classwork and assignments.
  • Encouraged open dialogue between students from different backgrounds or perspectives.
  • Evaluated student work using established criteria or rubrics.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans that incorporated active learning strategies

Education

Master of Arts - Education And Rehabilitation Counseling

Kent State University
Kent, OH
05-1994

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
03-1989

Skills

  • Direct patient care
  • Goal setting experience
  • Treatment plan adjustment
  • Outcome planning
  • Ergonomic assessments
  • Patient assessment
  • Collaboration
  • Family and patient education
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Electronic documentation
  • Home modifications
  • Mental health interventions

Certification

  • Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
  • Registered Occupational Therapist
  • ErgoScience Certification
  • Officer in the Army Reserves serving in Desert Storm as an Occupational Therapist

Timeline

College Instructor

Stark State College of Technology
09.2013 - 12.2019

Occupational Therapist

Aultman Health Foundation-Aultman Hospital
02.1989 - Current
  • Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
  • Registered Occupational Therapist
  • ErgoScience Certification
  • Officer in the Army Reserves serving in Desert Storm as an Occupational Therapist

Master of Arts - Education And Rehabilitation Counseling

Kent State University

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

The Ohio State University
Marykay Barnes