Megan Margiotti
Harrison,NY
Summary
Dynamic Occupational Therapist with a rich background in pediatric and acute care, honed at prestigious institutions like Westchester Medical Center. Skilled in sensory integration and interdisciplinary collaboration, I excel in crafting patient-centered therapeutic interventions. My bilingual proficiency and exceptional communication skills empower diverse patient populations, achieving significant milestones in patient care and education.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Family of Kidz
Harrison, NY
09.2024 - Current
- Facilitate therapeutic interventions for children ages 0-5, promoting autonomy in play, self-care activities, and social engagement.
- Educate parents on relevant activities to support carryover of therapy at home.
- Collaborate with PT, SLP, OSC, and parents to monitor progress and advocate for necessary mandate adjustments.
- Documented treatment sessions and completed progress notes, quarterlies, and annual reviews for EI and CPSE populations.
Acute Care OT Student, Fieldwork II
Westchester Medical Center
Valhalla, NY
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to guide clinical decision-making and intervention strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive chart reviews, screenings, evaluations, treatments, and documentation for clients with OT referrals on the Orthopedic/Trauma floor.
Pediatric OT Student, Fieldwork II
The Children's Hospital at Montefiore
Bronx, NY
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations and standardized assessments for children aged 2 months to 11 years, utilizing neurodevelopmental treatment (NDT) and Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI) informed approaches.
- Facilitated children's development of fine and gross motor skills to achieve key milestones.
- Conducted assessments of muscle strength and tone in pediatric patients.
- Documented daily session and end of service notes using EPIC.
Inpatient Acute Care OT Student, Fieldwork I
Bellevue Hospital
New York, USA
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Conducted 30-minute individual occupational therapy sessions for adults aged 18-96 years.
- Employed diverse methods to enhance patients' functional abilities.
- Assisted with patient evaluations through comprehensive chart review and therapy assessments.
- Documented comprehensive functional analyses of patients.
Mental Health Occupational Therapy Simulation, Fieldwork I
New York University
New York, USA
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Participated in 6-hour Monday Zoom sessions focused on mental health occupational therapy.
- Designed customized therapeutic plans addressing intricate medical issues and psychological needs.
- Analyzed previous medical records and conducted assessments for new patient evaluations.
Pediatric OT Student, Fieldwork I
Kinetic Kids Occupational Therapy
New York, USA
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Delivered specialized therapy sessions for young children with sensory processing challenges, ranging from infancy to pre-adolescence.
- Employed neurodevelopmental techniques to assist with reflex integration and milestone acquisition.
- Assisted in thorough, unique evaluations involving reflex testing.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
New York University, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
New York, NY05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Pace University, Dyson College of Arts & Sciences
Pleasantville, NY05.2021
Skills
- Spanish Language Proficiency
- Activity analysis
- Organizational skills
- Body mechanics instruction
- Excellent communication
- Patient education
- Documentation skills
- Evaluate patients
- Progress evaluations
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Pediatric interventions
- Clinical reasoning
- Therapeutic use of self
- Sensory integration
Affiliations
New York State Occupational Therapy Association, Student Representative, 09/21 - Present
Certification
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)- OTR
- NYS-licensed occupational therapist
- Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Certified
References
Erin Lynch, Kinetic Kids Occupational Therapy, Owner, (917) 282-6527, kinetickidsot@gmail.com, Clinical instructor
Research
New York University, Research Methods for Occupational Therapy, Class Project, 01/23 - 05/23, New York, NY, Analyzed survey data using SPSS, developing conclusions and implications., Reviewed and critiqued studies regarding multiple sclerosis, coping strategies and health related quality of life during the pandemic.
Timeline
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Family of Kidz
09.2024 - Current
Acute Care OT Student, Fieldwork II
Westchester Medical Center
09.2023 - 12.2023
Pediatric OT Student, Fieldwork II
The Children's Hospital at Montefiore
06.2023 - 08.2023
Inpatient Acute Care OT Student, Fieldwork I
Bellevue Hospital
02.2023 - 04.2023
Pediatric OT Student, Fieldwork I
Kinetic Kids Occupational Therapy
11.2022 - 11.2022
Mental Health Occupational Therapy Simulation, Fieldwork I
New York University
09.2022 - 12.2022
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)- OTR
- NYS-licensed occupational therapist
- Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Certified
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
New York University, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Pace University, Dyson College of Arts & Sciences
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