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Raquel Besey

Thompsonville,MI

Summary

Accomplished Occupational Therapist with a proven track record at Mary Free Bed at Munson Healthcare Cadillac, demonstrating exceptional clinical reasoning and patient education. Expert in delivering comprehensive care through interdisciplinary collaboration and direct patient care. Highly diligent, attentive, and adaptable individual committed to lifelong learning and being a supportive member of the interprofessional team.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Occupational Therapist

Mary Free Bed at Munson Healthcare Cadillac
10.2021 - Current
  • Document patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Provide interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
  • Participate in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
  • Provide services in both the outpatient setting, primarily working with orthopedic, pediatric, and pelvic floor patients, and inpatient acute care.

Resident Aide

Frankfort Senior Care
01.2019 - 08.2021
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety.

Assistant Manager

Crystal Downs Country Club Grill
05.2012 - 10.2019
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations..
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.

Rehabilitation Aide

Lighthouse Rehabilitation Center
01.2018 - 06.2019
  • Provided direct patient care assisting with ADLs, transportation, and community involvement.

Nurse Assistant

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2015
  • Assisted with ADL tasks, checked patient vitals and supported patient comfort and safety.

Education

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids
07.2021

Master of Science - Psychology

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
05.2018

Skills

  • Family and patient education
  • Clinical reasoning
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Reliable
  • Flexible
  • Adaptable
  • Empathetic

Fieldwork

  • Lighthouse Neurological Rehabilitation Center: inpatient and outpatient services, aged 18-80+
  • Mary Free Bed at Munson Healthcare Cadillac Rehabilitation: inpatient acute care and outpatient services, age 0-80+
  • Pace North: community-based, aged 55+
  • Greenridge Early Childhood Special Education: school-based, aged 3-5

Community Service

  • Center for Engaged Learning Abroad GVSU Belize Service Learning (2020): implemented OT services in Belize in schools and via home visits
  • Rebuilding Together Baton Rouge (2018): renovated low-income elderly and disabled flood victims homes to support aging in place
  • The Laurel's Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (2015-2018): planned and implemented leisure and social activities for residents
  • CMU Study Abroad/Service Learning Program (2017): designed and implemented developmentally appropriate educational activities for children living in orphanages in Oaxaca, MX

Timeline

Occupational Therapist

Mary Free Bed at Munson Healthcare Cadillac
10.2021 - Current

Resident Aide

Frankfort Senior Care
01.2019 - 08.2021

Rehabilitation Aide

Lighthouse Rehabilitation Center
01.2018 - 06.2019

Nurse Assistant

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2015

Assistant Manager

Crystal Downs Country Club Grill
05.2012 - 10.2019

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

Grand Valley State University

Master of Science - Psychology

Central Michigan University

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