Pamela Lawson, OTR/L
1 Gabriel Ct Greenlawn,NY
Summary
Well-trained, compassionate occupational therapist with 24 years of experience working with children in schools. Expertise is in providing evaluation and treatment of students with sensory-motor needs, fine motor deficits and visual perceptual motor delays. Skilled in conducting assessments, developing treatment plans and providing education. Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
School-Based Occupational Therapist
Foundations Occupational Therapy, P.C.
2001.09 - Current
- Provides contracted services to primary and elementary aged students within Cold Spring Harbor Central School District
- Provides therapeutic activities targeting sensory motor skills, fine motor coordination and visual perceptual motor abilities to maximize classroom performance.
- Proficient in variety of standardized assessments with detailed written evaluations provided.
- Consults with and provides training to staff, implementing best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Provides education to staff and families through direct training with students, indirect consultation, group inservices and presentations.
- Consults with staff to adapt classroom and school environments. Adaptations have included flexible seating, opportunities and locations for purposeful movement, and a calming room.
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Metro Therapy, Inc.
2001.02 - 2001.08
- Provided contracted therapy services in the North Shore School District.
- Early intervention treatment provided to children within their home environment.
Senior Occupational Therapist
Empire State Occupational Therapy, P.C.
1999.08 - 2001.02
- Employed as a senior occupational therapist in a pediatric outpatient facility with a specialized focus in sensory integration.
- Provided school-based therapy in Roslyn School District and North Shore School District.
- Additional responsibilities included student fieldwork program director and student supervisor.
- Inservices developed and provided to educational teams and parent workshops.
Occupational Therapist
HTA Of New York
1999.05 - 1999.08
- Independent contractor administering home care services to an adult population.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities in daily activities, managing symptoms and preventing injury.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
Travel Occupational Therapist
Health Providers, Inc
1998.03 - 1999.04
- Provided interventions and treatments within sub-acute rehab centers and long term care facilities.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Provided treatment and education to to improve each patient's abilities and maximize independence.
- Coordinated interventions and discharge planning with a multidisciplinary treatment team.
Staff Occupational Therapist, Inpatient Rehab
Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center
1995.12 - 1998.02
- Evaluation, treatment and discharge planning of adults with neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, general medical and surgical diagnoses.
- Additional duties included group protocol development, supervision of fieldwork students and treatment coverage in pediatrics and acute care.
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Responsible for discharge planning, equipment ordering, home evaluations and consultation on home modifications with family training.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05.1995
Skills
- Pediatric, School-Based Specialty
- Initial Student Assessments
- Plan and Implement Treatments
- Progress Monitoring
- Documentation
- Staff and Parent Training
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Educational Inservices
Timeline
School-Based Occupational Therapist
Foundations Occupational Therapy, P.C.
2001.09 - Current
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Metro Therapy, Inc.
2001.02 - 2001.08
Senior Occupational Therapist
Empire State Occupational Therapy, P.C.
1999.08 - 2001.02
Occupational Therapist
HTA Of New York
1999.05 - 1999.08
Travel Occupational Therapist
Health Providers, Inc
1998.03 - 1999.04
Staff Occupational Therapist, Inpatient Rehab
Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center
1995.12 - 1998.02
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
University At Buffalo
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