Tamara Smith
Milwaukee
Summary
Dynamic Occupational Therapist with extensive experience at Vista Medical Center East/West, specializing in outcome planning and goal setting. Proven ability to enhance patient independence through tailored treatment plans and compassionate care. Skilled in acute and rehabilitative care, fostering strong relationships to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Vista Medical Center East/West
04.2003 - Current
- Inpatient Rehab setting (Vista Medical Center West 2003-2011)
- Acute Care setting (Vista Medical Center East 2011-present)
- In both settings my responsibilities included completing Evaluations/Developing goals for new patients; Providing continued treatments for established patients; Performing timely assessments to determine progress according to goals.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- 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.
Occupational Therapist
Health Quest
12.2009 - 02.2011
- Home Health Care
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Adapted environments by making changes to patient homes, to promote safety, independence and participation.
- Provided education to patients and families
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
Occupational Therapist
Manor Care
12.2008 - 12.2010
- Skilled Nursing Facility
- Provided clinical services to clients with various physical, mental and emotional impairments.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
Occupational Therapist
Winchester House (People First)
05.2008 - 12.2008
- Skilled Nursing Facility
- Complete Evaluations/Treatments to both short and long term residents.
- Provided clinical services to clients with various physical, mental and emotional impairments.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health/Occupational Therapy
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI12-2000
Skills
- Outcome planning
- Goal setting proficiency
- Treatment plan adjustment
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Initial patient assessments
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Health Quest
12.2009 - 02.2011
Occupational Therapist
Manor Care
12.2008 - 12.2010
Occupational Therapist
Winchester House (People First)
05.2008 - 12.2008
Occupational Therapist
Vista Medical Center East/West
04.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health/Occupational Therapy
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee