Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Eager to leverage extensive occupational therapy experience to secure a role as a Clinical Specialist. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed and eager to apply these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Early Bird Developmental Services
11.2022 - Current
Maintained a caseload of 25 billable hours of clinic and community based patients
Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and improve function.
Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
Advocated for patients' needs, securing necessary resources and support services to aid in their rehabilitation.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
Provided excellent customer service and proactively sought feedback from families, making necessary adjustments to maximize patient satisfaction.
Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients and families.
Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
Managed an ever-changing schedule and maintained flexibility
Lead Occupational Therapist
Theraplay Junction Inc
10.2012 - 10.2022
Managed a caseload of 18 billable hours of clinic and community based patients
Prioritized opportunities for performance improvement
Improved clinic efficiency by streamlining documentation processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
Promoted a culture of continuous learning within the department by encouraging staff participation in conferences and training workshops relevant to their practice area.
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial solutions
Managed an occupational therapy team of 8 therapists across multiple offices
Trained and Mentored new and junior occupational therapists, fostering professional growth and promoting a collaborative work environment.
Coordinated team meetings
Problem solved challenges among upper management, team members, and patients
Provided excellent customer service and proactively sought feedback from families, making necessary adjustments to maximize patient satisfaction.
Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients and families.
Performed initial evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients
Determined best treatment plans to meet objectives
Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team
Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports, and documents.
Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
Occupational Therapist
J Z Mann Pediatric Therapy
10.2005 - 10.2012
Maintained a caseload of 38 clinic based patients.
Lead a team of 7 occupational therapists
Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients
Determined best treatment plans to meet objectives
Assessed progress and goal achievement throughout the plan of care
Coordinated multidisciplinary treatment team
Made recommendations and provided guidance for equipment needs
Provided excellent customer service
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions
Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Lenoir Rhyne College
Hickory, NC
08.2005
Skills
Teamwork/Collaboration
Time management
On-boarding
Problem Solving
Independence
Organization
Attention to Detail
Customer Service
Leadership
Strong work ethic
Strong knowledge of medical terminology
Industryexpertise
Customer Service
Clinical Experience
Projects
Project Name, Date period, Short summary of your work, What was a successful outcome of your work? (e.g. Raised $3,000 for the charity)
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Early Bird Developmental Services
11.2022 - Current
Lead Occupational Therapist
Theraplay Junction Inc
10.2012 - 10.2022
Occupational Therapist
J Z Mann Pediatric Therapy
10.2005 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Lenoir Rhyne College
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