Sarah Ferreira
Monson
Summary
Dedicated Occupational Therapist with expertise in interdisciplinary collaboration and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to enhance functional outcomes through effective discharge planning and patient-centered care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Chestnut Hill Health & Rehabilitation Center
East Longmeadow, MA
09.2025 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop goal-directed treatment plans in alignment with CMS and facility standards, improving functional outcomes and resident satisfaction.
- Maintain detailed, timely clinical records within NetHealth/PointClickCare to ensure accurate reflection of therapy intensity and outcomes for audits and reviews.
- Deliver high-quality rehabilitative care to geriatric and medically complex patients while ensuring clinical documentation, coding accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
Occupational Therapist
Stern Rehabilitation
Greenfield, MA
08.2024 - Current
- Provide therapy services to multiple facilities including RegalCare of Greenfield, RegalCare of Worcester and Post Rehab of Agawam.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate timely care plan meetings, discharge planning, and appropriate utilization of skilled services.
- Maintain detailed, timely clinical records in NetHealth/PointClickCare to ensure accurate reflection of therapy intensity and outcomes for audits and reviews.
- Collaborate with therapists on proper documentation practices, ICD-10 coding, and functional outcome reporting.
Occupational Therapist
THOM Infant and Toddler Services
Springfield, MA
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Documented patient assessments and treatment outcomes accurately in electronic health records for compliance purposes.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities and manage symptoms.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
American International College
Springfield, MA08-2022
Bachelor of Science - Movement Science
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA05-2019
High School Diploma -
Ludlow High School
Ludlow, MA05-2013
Skills
- Interdisciplinary chart reviewing (OT/PT/ST, nursing, physician documentation)
- Functional outcome measurements
- Time management and case prioritization
- Justifying why a patient qualifies for skilled services
- Discharge planning and continuum of care
- Care level determination
- Justifying therapy minutes
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Chestnut Hill Health & Rehabilitation Center
09.2025 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Stern Rehabilitation
08.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapist
THOM Infant and Toddler Services
03.2024 - 07.2024
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
American International College
Bachelor of Science - Movement Science
Westfield State University
High School Diploma -
Ludlow High School
Certifications
- CPR/AED/First-aid (adult, child & infant)
- HIPAA for healthcare workers
- CMS hand in hand training for Nursing Homes
- SBI Skills Assessment Training