Megan Foti
Haddonfield,NJ
Summary
Professional with expertise in supporting clients across the lifespan in a variety of settings. Skilled in assessment, therapeutic interventions, progress evaluation, and documentation. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for empathy, effective communication, and problem-solving in clinical settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Intevention Occupational Therapist
Progressive Steps, LLC
04.2024 - Current
- Provide OT and DI services to children aged birth-3 in Camden and Gloucester counties both in home and daycare settings.
- Use team-based and family-centered strategies to develop outcomes, interventions, and recommendations.
- Complete regular documentation using systems such as EIMS to document sessions, summarize progress towards outcomes, and communicate any important information.
- Attend IFSP meetings, transitional planning meetings, and other team meetings as needed.
- Plan, coordinate, and schedule all sessions accounting for family and child needs.
Adjunct Professor
Stockton University
08.2023 - Current
- Taught health science and disability studies courses, providing instruction to up to 25 undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
Early Intervention Occupational Therapist
Brighter Days
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Provide EI services to children aged 0-3 in Philadelphia County
- Maintain compliance with all Philadelphia County continuing education and professional development requirements
- Complete timely documentation compliant with Philadelphia requirements and preferred format
Early Intervention Occupational Therapist
St. John of God Community Services
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Provide OT and DI services to children aged birth-3 in Camden and Gloucester counties both in home and daycare settings.
Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy
Stockton University
09.2012 - 08.2023
- Taught courses within the MSOT curriculum to align with program and ACOTE standards
- Integrated real-world examples into lessons, making course content more relevant and engaging for students.
- Mentored students and advised on career paths, degree requirements and post-graduate education options.
- Contributed to the development of a comprehensive curriculum, ensuring alignment with state standards and academic goals.
- Organized extracurricular activities that enriched students'' educational experience while also promoting community involvement.
- Completed service and scholarship within expectations for full time, tenured faculty member
Per Diem Occupational Therapist
Evergreens Community
09.2016 - 03.2022
- Provided services in an older adult continuing care community by completing evaluations, interventions, and documentation in a client-centered, and company/Medicare compliant format
- Maintained ongoing communication with primary therapists and other team members to promote carry over of client care
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and open communication essential for successful therapy outcomes.
Occupational Therapist
Fox Rehabilitation
09.2010 - 08.2012
- 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 prevent injury.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
Occupational Therapist
Voorhees Pediatric Facility/VPRS
09.2007 - 09.2010
- Managed caseload of children aged birth-21 with a variety of complex medical conditions
- Maintained safety and infection control procedures, including management of children with ventilators, G-tubes, and other medical needs
- Provided services to children in inpatient, outpatient, and school settings
- Through VPRS, contracted with various school districts in order to complete evaluations, interventions, and maintain compliance with IEPs
Per Diem Occupational Therapist
Magee Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2005 - 09.2010
- Provided coverage on a regular and flexible basis in order to ensure high quality client care
- Maintained ongoing communication with primary therapists and other team members to promote carry over of client care
Outpatient Occupational Therapist
Weisman Children's Rehab Hospital
12.2007 - 08.2010
- Managed caseload up to four children for part time OT services. Conditions treated included CP, ASD, MD, among others
Occupational Therapist
Magee Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2005 - 09.2007
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
Per Diem Occupational Therapist
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP
10.2005 - 08.2007
- Provided coverage on a regular and flexible basis in order to ensure high quality client care
- Followed through with evidence-based programs (such as CRPS protocol), maintained infection control procedures, and transitioned to different areas of the hospital and rehabilitation center
- Maintained ongoing communication with primary therapists and other team members to promote carry over of client care
Education
Clinical Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (DOT) -
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05.2012
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Elizabethtown College
Elizabethtown, PA08.2005
Bachelor of Science - Health & Occupation
Elizabethtown College
Elizabethtown, PA05.2004
Skills
- Family and patient education
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Direct Patient Care
- Goal setting experience
- Intervention Planning
- Therapeutic Techniques
- Activity analysis
- Documentation skills
- Treatment implementation
Certification
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy(NBCOT) (1400639) October 27, 2005-Present
- Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy License (OC009938) November 2005-Present
- New Jersey Occupational Therapy License (46TR00454700) November 2007-Present
Timeline
Early Intevention Occupational Therapist
Progressive Steps, LLC
04.2024 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Stockton University
08.2023 - Current
Early Intervention Occupational Therapist
Brighter Days
08.2023 - 09.2024
Early Intervention Occupational Therapist
St. John of God Community Services
08.2023 - 04.2024
Per Diem Occupational Therapist
Evergreens Community
09.2016 - 03.2022
Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy
Stockton University
09.2012 - 08.2023
Occupational Therapist
Fox Rehabilitation
09.2010 - 08.2012
Outpatient Occupational Therapist
Weisman Children's Rehab Hospital
12.2007 - 08.2010
Occupational Therapist
Voorhees Pediatric Facility/VPRS
09.2007 - 09.2010
Per Diem Occupational Therapist
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP
10.2005 - 08.2007
Per Diem Occupational Therapist
Magee Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2005 - 09.2010
Occupational Therapist
Magee Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2005 - 09.2007
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy(NBCOT) (1400639) October 27, 2005-Present
- Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy License (OC009938) November 2005-Present
- New Jersey Occupational Therapy License (46TR00454700) November 2007-Present
Clinical Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (DOT) -
Temple University
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Elizabethtown College
Bachelor of Science - Health & Occupation
Elizabethtown College
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