Peter Jon Showalter
MOT, OTR/L
Marysville,OH
Summary
Dynamic Occupational Therapist with a proven track record at Absolute Rehabilitation, Flexcare, and Aya Healthcare enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and collaborative care. Skilled in problem-solving and cultural awareness, I customize treatment plans to meet individual needs, ensuring effective education and safety modifications for clients and families. Committed to fostering wellness and independence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Occupational Therapist
OhioHealth at Home - Compassus
06.2025 - Current
- Enhanced patient functionality through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercises.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
Travel Occupational Therapist
Woodstock Memorial Hospital
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure seamless coordination of services across various settings.
- Managed caseload efficiently by prioritizing high-need cases while maintaining excellent quality of service for all clients assigned throughout each placement.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing personalized occupational therapy interventions.
Occupational Therapist, SNF and Home Health
Absolute Rehabilitation
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Enhanced patient functionality through evidence-based therapeutic evaluations, plan of cares, interventions and exercises.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs in a client-centered fashion
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
Level II Fieldwork Student
Grant Medical Center
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed caseload of 5-7 patients per day with wide variety of diagnoses.
- Reviewed client health records prior to evaluation to ensure appropriate assessment and evaluatory methods were used.
- Designed and implemented treatment sessions to maximize clients progression towards individualized goals.
- Engaged with clients on ICU, cardiac, trauma, observation, and general medicine floors throughout placement.
- Provided skilled client/family education and recommended appropriate equipment to enhance treatment plan carry-over and safety at home.
Level II Fieldwork Student
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Managed caseload of 7-10 clients per day with wide range of autism-related needs and sensitivities.
- Completed evaluations using the BOT-2, PDMS-2, and Sensory Profile to establish clients' levels of function.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team in addressing client's successful progression towards goals and engagement in age-appropriate occupations.
- Designed and implemented individualized treatment sessions using a variety of intervention methods including sensory integration, fine motor tasks, gross motor play, food desensitization, etc.
Level I Fieldwork Student
St. Vincent Medical Center
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with supervisor to complete individualized evaluations and intervention sessions.
- Observed lymphatic drainage massage, applied scar desensitization techniques, and provided clients with skilled education.
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH 08.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Asbury University
Wilmore, KY 09.2016 - 05.2018
Associate Degree in Biblical Studies -
Rosedale Bible College
Rosedale, OH 09.2014 - 06.2016
Skills
- Problem-Solving
Cultural Awareness
Flexible and Adaptable
Interpersonal Communication
Team-Player
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
OhioHealth at Home - Compassus
06.2025 - Current
Travel Occupational Therapist
Woodstock Memorial Hospital
01.2025 - 05.2025
Occupational Therapist, SNF and Home Health
Absolute Rehabilitation
06.2022 - 01.2025
Level II Fieldwork Student
Grant Medical Center
10.2021 - 12.2021
Level II Fieldwork Student
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center
07.2021 - 09.2021
Level I Fieldwork Student
St. Vincent Medical Center
03.2021 - 04.2021
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Cleveland State University
08.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Asbury University
09.2016 - 05.2018
Associate Degree in Biblical Studies -
Rosedale Bible College
09.2014 - 06.2016
Licensure & Certification
- Board Certified Occupational Therapist (Cert #: 472124)
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
- State of Ohio Occupational Therapy License
- State of VA Occupational THerapy License
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Athletic Trainers Board
Professional Organizations
- Student Occupational Therapy Association (Aug 2019 - Dec 2021)
- American Occupational Therapy Association (Aug 2019 - Present)