Savanah Schuhardt
Tunnel Hill,IL
Summary
Empathetic and gentle Occupational Therapy Assistant certified through Illinois with background as OT Assistant inpatient, outpatient, and pediatric settings. Experienced with geriatric populations and patients with a variety of diagnoses. Patient and kind with passion for helping patients improve or maintain overall functional and cognitive abilities. Known for strong time management, organization and communication skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Aegis Therapies
2022.07 - Current
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises in preparation for discharge.
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Advocated for all patients' health, safety and rights.
- Evaluated treatment progress and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services at SNF and occasional outpatient settings.
Caregiver
Mari Ann Oberg
2021.05 - 2022.01
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, self care tasks, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around home and community settings.
- Assisted individual with functional transfers within home setting to promote greatest independence and well being.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Liberty Village Of Marion
2020.02 - 2020.07
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Retail Salesperson
Spitting Image Boutique
2019.01 - 2020.01
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Pharmacy Technician
Goreville Professional Pharmacy
2018.05 - 2018.08
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
- Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Shawnee Community College
Ullin, IL05.2022
Associate of General Studies -
Shawnee Community College
Ullin, IL05.2020
Skills
- Therapeutic Techniques Understanding
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Sensory Processing Improvements
- Patient Rehabilitation
- Therapy Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Treatment Plan Development
Certification
- COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- i-Stronger Training
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Aegis Therapies
2022.07 - Current
Caregiver
Mari Ann Oberg
2021.05 - 2022.01
Certified Nursing Assistant
Liberty Village Of Marion
2020.02 - 2020.07
Retail Salesperson
Spitting Image Boutique
2019.01 - 2020.01
Pharmacy Technician
Goreville Professional Pharmacy
2018.05 - 2018.08
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Shawnee Community College
Associate of General Studies -
Shawnee Community College
- COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- i-Stronger Training
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