Rachel Stedman
Albany,NY
Summary
Since graduating in 2014 with a Masters in Occupational Therapy, I have always known that a homecare setting is where I would thrive. I have currently worked in this setting for approximately eight years and I find that it matches my therapeutic style. It allows me to develop strong rapport with clients and their families, provide one-on-one individualized therapy, and gives me the opportunity to make a difference in their lived-in environment. I am highly organized in order to maintain a caseload that spans more than three counties and complete all documentation in timely manner. I look forward to hearing from you to discuss my experience in further detail
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Albany Visiting Nurses
01.2019 - Current
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Meticulously reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills
- Provided training to incoming Occupational Therapists
Occupational Therapist
Always There Home Care
04.2016 - 01.2019
- Evaluated and treated a wide variety of adult and geriatric patients in their homes
- Developed excellent rapport with patient, families, and caregivers
- Designed and implemented patient centered treatment plans to patients with varied conditions including stroke, cancer, orthopedic injuries, TBI, MS, ALS, dementia/cognitive deficits
- Personalized typical treatment plans for the specific abilities and goals of each patient.
- Responsible for creating own schedule, requiring excellent organizational skills
- Recommended equipment and in-home modifications to maximize safety and independence
- Responsible for completing paperwork in timely fashion
- Trained and well-versed in documentation applications including NetSmart and Homecare Homebase
- Member of Performance and Quality Review Board of Always There Homecare to provide input
- Worked with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive treatment and support.
Occupational Therapist
Elant
07.2015 - 03.2016
- Evaluated and treated a wide variety of adult and geriatric clients in a skilled nursing facility setting and in their homes
- Developed excellent rapport with patient, families, and caregivers
- Designed and implemented patient centered treatment plans to patients with varied conditions including stroke, cancer, orthopedic injuries, joint replacements, TBI, MS, ALS, dementia/cognitive deficits
- Recommended equipment and in-home modifications to maximize safety and independence
- Personalized typical treatment plans for the specific abilities and goals of each patient.
- Trained in manual edema mobilization, e-stimulation, TENS and physical agent modalities including ultrasound, light therapy, and iontophoresis
- Responsible for completing paperwork in timely fashion
- Collaborated with physical therapists, nurses, doctors, speech therapists, and occupational therapists to provide client-centered and comprehensive treatment and support
Student Occupational Therapist
Barrier Free Living Inc.
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Designed and implemented daily group sessions for adults with physical and mental disabilities who are homeless that focused on money management, independent living skills, home management, health and wellness, community mapping, managing emotions, leisure exploration, and social skills.
- Evaluated and treated adult clients with physical and mental disabilities in necessary independent living skills, role acquisition, and leisure exploration.
- Collaborated with social workers, case managers, housing specialists, personal care assistants, and administrative staff in assisting clients in finding accessible and affordable housing for individuals with disabilities who are homeless.
- Supervised and trained first year occupational therapy students in evaluation and treatment procedures.
Student Occupational Therapist
Saratoga Hospital
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Evaluated and treated a wide variety of adult and geriatric patients in acute care hospital setting, and in an outpatient clinic.
- • Designed and implemented treatment plans for patients with varied conditions including tendinitis, fractures, arthritis, neurological conditions, and joint replacements.
- • Trained in manual edema mobilization and physical agent modalities including ultrasound, light therapy, and iontophoresis
- • Collaborated with doctors, nurses, physical therapists, and occupational therapists on treatment strategies in both settings.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
The Sage Colleges
Troy, NY2014
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY College at New Paltz
New Paltz, NY2007
Bachelor of Arts - Media Management
SUNY College at New Paltz
New Paltz, NY2007
Skills
- Initial patient assessments
- Progress evaluations
- Documentation abilities
- Patient and family focused
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Organization and planning
- Family and patient education
- Staff education and training
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Albany Visiting Nurses
01.2019 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Always There Home Care
04.2016 - 01.2019
Occupational Therapist
Elant
07.2015 - 03.2016
Student Occupational Therapist
Barrier Free Living Inc.
09.2014 - 12.2014
Student Occupational Therapist
Saratoga Hospital
05.2014 - 08.2014
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
The Sage Colleges
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY College at New Paltz
Bachelor of Arts - Media Management
SUNY College at New Paltz
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