Meghan Reilly
Chicago,IL
Summary
Occupational therapist with expertise in clinical mentorship and quality improvement. Demonstrated success in creating rehabilitation strategies that significantly enhance patient care. Skilled in promoting interdisciplinary collaboration to achieve superior quality outcomes. Committed to advancing occupational therapy practices and improving patient results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Occupational Therapist
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
Chicago, Illinois
02.2020 - Current
- Provided direct therapy services, leveraging evidence-based techniques for optimal outcomes
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations to assess patient needs and develop treatment plans
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective patient care and rehabilitation strategies
- Mentored junior therapists and support staff, fostering best practices and enhancing clinical skills
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by providing consultation regarding client progress toward goals
- Conducted orientation sessions for new hires, covering essential seminars and training topics
- Led multiple committees to advance occupational therapy practices and improve organizational effectiveness
Occupational Therapist
AMITA Health Resurrection Medical Center
Chicago, IL
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Evaluated patient needs through comprehensive assessments and observations
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on individual patient goals
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored interventions that addressed patient needs and goals
- Promoted maximum independence by designing and implementing therapies aligned with individual physical capacities and interests
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, injuries, and functional limitations to enhance understanding and coping strategies
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT01-2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT05-2016
Skills
- Evidence-based therapy
- Comprehensive assessment
- Treatment planning
- Care planning
- Rehabilitation strategy
- Care coordination
- Quality enhancement
- Patient education
- Quality improvement
- Clinical mentorship
- Problem solving
Certification
- Occupational Therapy License - IL
- National Board of Occupational Therapy
- Fieldwork Educator Certificate
Timeline
Senior Occupational Therapist
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
02.2020 - Current
Occupational Therapist
AMITA Health Resurrection Medical Center
08.2018 - 02.2020
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Quinnipiac University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Quinnipiac University