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Maureen Larson

Gainesville

Summary

Seasoned healthcare professional with a strong background in outpatient and school settings. Demonstrated track record of success in developing and implementing effective treatment plans that significantly enhance patient outcomes. Highly regarded for collaborative approach, working seamlessly within interdisciplinary teams to address evolving clinical needs. Specialized expertise in patient assessment, developmental delays, therapeutic activities, sensory dysfunction, and feeding interventions.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Outpatient Occupational Therapist

Wildflower Therapy
04.2022 - Current
  • Developed creative strategies for engaging patients with limited mobility or cognitive abilities, including the use of sensory tools and therapeutic games.
  • Educated patients and their families on occupational therapy strategies, promoting understanding and adherence to prescribed interventions.
  • Managed caseload efficiently while maintaining high-quality care standards through effective time management strategies during appointments and paperwork completion periods.
  • Streamlined documentation processes by consistently completing accurate and timely records of patient progress and billing information.
  • Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending workshops, conferences, and pursuing additional certifications in relevant specialties.
  • Evaluated patient conditions, histories, and goals.

Occupational Therapist

Charleston County School District
08.2011 - 01.2022
  • Provided direct and indirect service for students age 3-21 within low incidence, resource and general education classes
  • Actively participated in IEP development and meetings.
  • Ordered equipment for students
  • Consulted on set up of sensory rooms
  • Completed daily notes and Medicaid billing

Contract Occupational Therapist

Supplemental Staffing
03.2010 - 06.2011
  • Completed short term contract and yearly contract in a school system

PRN Occupational Therapist

Intrepid Home Health
03.2001 - 02.2010
  • Evaluation and treatment of adults in their home.
  • Average caseload was 10-15 visits weekly
  • Completed recertification and discharge Oasis forms

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Roper Home care
01.1999 - 12.2000
  • Evaluation and treatment of children in their home
  • Parent education

Occupational Therapist

Borgess Medical Center
06.1995 - 07.1998
  • Evaluation and treatment of adult patients in the acute care setting.
  • Evaluation and group treatment of adolescents with acute hospitalizations for mental health issues.

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

James Whitcomb Riley Hospital for Children
06.1993 - 06.1995
  • Evaluation and treatment of children birth to eighteen years of age in outpatient and acute care settings.
  • Member of Feeding Team and Traumatic Brain Injury team

Occupational Therapist

Michiana Rehab Institute
01.1992 - 08.1993

Evaluation and treatment of stroke and orthopedic patients, utilizing a team approach in a rehabilitation setting.

  • Assessed and reviewed patients for discharge and planning and integrated services for patients requiring home care, home infusion and durable medical equipment (DME).
  • Assessed physical, mental and vocational statuses of clients to develop rehabilitation plans.
  • Adjusted treatment plans based on in-progress evaluations and patient satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
12.1991

Skills

  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Comprehensive Patient Evaluations
  • NDT trained
  • Family Training Facilitation
  • Treating sensory dysregulation, neurological impairments, motor weakness, positioning, and visual perpetual skills
  • Fine motor skills
  • Sensory Processing Skills
  • Family Engagement Strategies
  • Pediatric therapy
  • Feeding interventions

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Outpatient Occupational Therapist

Wildflower Therapy
04.2022 - Current

Occupational Therapist

Charleston County School District
08.2011 - 01.2022

Contract Occupational Therapist

Supplemental Staffing
03.2010 - 06.2011

PRN Occupational Therapist

Intrepid Home Health
03.2001 - 02.2010

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Roper Home care
01.1999 - 12.2000

Occupational Therapist

Borgess Medical Center
06.1995 - 07.1998

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

James Whitcomb Riley Hospital for Children
06.1993 - 06.1995

Occupational Therapist

Michiana Rehab Institute
01.1992 - 08.1993

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

University of Florida
Maureen Larson