Sonya Swenzinski
Grimes,IA
Summary
Caring and compassionate Occupational Therapist committed to improving quality of life and wellbeing for a variety of populations. Dedicated to building personal confidence and meaningful independence for clients facing challenges in their daily occupations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Select Rehabilitation
Indianola, IA
09.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized evidence-based treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Enhanced patient functionality through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercises.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Developed customized home exercise programs, enabling patients to maintain progress outside of therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
Home Health Occupational Therapist - Fieldwork IIB
OSF Home Care
Peoria, IL
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Delivered client-centered and evidence-based home care occupational therapy to a diverse geriatric patient population under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist.
- Meticulously reviewed medical records and referrals and evaluated patient conditions, histories, and goals to determine best intervention strategies and develop an appropriate care plan.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, therapeutic treatments, and safety.
- Recommended and trained clients on equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for independence and safety.
- Determined appropriate treatment frequencies based on patient condition, goals, and individual needs.
- Completed all necessary documentation regarding treatment sessions, evaluations, reassessments, and discharges.
- Corresponded with several Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) to manage caseloads.
- Provided co-treatments with a multi-disciplinary treatment team.
Home Health Occupational Therapist - Fieldwork IIA
Wheels On The Bus Pediatric Therapy
Phoenix, AZ
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided clinical Occupational Therapy services in the home health setting to a pediatric population with various physical, mental and cognitive impairments, under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist.
- Developed and implemented interventions and treatments to improve clients' abilities to perform ADLs/IADLs, emotional regulation, sensory processing, and age-appropriate life skills.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual clients.
- Provided education to empower clients and their families to understand conditions, treatments, and promote carryover.
- Completed all necessary documentation regarding treatment sessions, progress towards goals, medical necessity, and interpretation of evaluation and assessment scores.
Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Capstone
Axis Therapy Centers
West Des Moines, Ankeny, & Ames, IA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Provided occupational therapy services specializing in Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) feeding therapy to a pediatric population under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist.
- Scored, tracked, and documented client progress toward specific feeding goals.
- Developed caregiver resources to promote carryover of treatment strategies into the natural environment.
- Advocated for occupational therapy SOS feeding services within the local health professional community.
- Collaborated with an interprofessional team to provide appropriate and best-practice care for each client, based on their individual needs.
Education
Doctorate of Occupational Therapy -
Drake University
Des Moines, IA05.2023
Bachelor of Health Science -
Drake University
Des Moines, IA05.2020
Skills
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Empathy
- Collaboration
- Adaptability
Certification
National Board of Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), 2023
Occupational Therapy License,
- Iowa, 2023
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Select Rehabilitation
09.2023 - Current
Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Capstone
Axis Therapy Centers
01.2023 - 05.2023
Home Health Occupational Therapist - Fieldwork IIB
OSF Home Care
09.2022 - 12.2022
Home Health Occupational Therapist - Fieldwork IIA
Wheels On The Bus Pediatric Therapy
05.2022 - 08.2022
Doctorate of Occupational Therapy -
Drake University
Bachelor of Health Science -
Drake University