Tammy McKenzie
Crawfordville,FL
Summary
Talented Occupational Therapist bringing a clear understanding of healthcare standards, procedures and best practices. Familiar with program development, team leadership and training. Looking to leverage 23 years of experience in the field to take on a challenging new position. Owner Operator of Progressive Pediatric Therapy, Developmental Center, and child care center. Progressive was a goal to house all services under one roof for children and families.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Lori McCoy Therapies
Crawfordville, FL
01.2022 - Current
- Provided therapeutic interventions, such as sensory integration, fine motor skills development and activities of daily living training.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to meet the needs of pediatric patients.
- Conducted assessments including formal standardized testing, informal assessment tools and parent and caregiver interviews.
- Created progress reports and documentation for each patient on a regular basis.
Owner/Operator
Progressive Pediatric Child Care
Tallahassee, FL
01.2011 - 10.2021
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
Owner/Operator
Progressive Pediatric Therapy Services
Tallahassee, FL
01.2004 - 10.2021
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
Owner
Progressive Pediatric Developmental Center
Tallahassee, FL
01.2008 - 01.2021
- A local Not For Profit Education Center for Individuals with special needs.
- Organized and trained the staff by hiring individuals with the abilities to make a difference in the lives of our students.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
Staff Occupational Therapist
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
Tallahassee, FL
04.2004 - 06.2005
- Developed individualized treatment plans and provided direct occupational therapy services to clients.
- Created and implemented group programs with a focus on daily living skills, sensory integration, fine motor coordination, and leisure activities.
- Performed evaluations of patient function in order to determine appropriate interventions.
- Provided education and training to families regarding home exercise programs and strategies for managing behavior concerns.
- PRN position for In/pt neuro rehab and pediatric out patient
Rehabilitation Program Manager
Select Medical Corporation
Whigham, GA
06.2001 - 01.2003
- Developed and implemented comprehensive rehabilitation program strategies to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Created and maintained budget for the rehabilitation program, ensuring cost efficiency and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated with other departments to provide seamless integration of services for patients in the rehabilitation program.
- Collaborated with staff members to assess patient needs and create individualized treatment plans.
Staff Occupational Therapist
Colquitt Regional Medical Center
Moultrie, GA
08.2000 - 06.2001
- Developed individualized treatment plans and provided direct occupational therapy services to clients, in the school, inpatient, outpatient and home health settings
- Performed evaluations of patient function in order to determine appropriate interventions.
- Provided education and training to families regarding home exercise programs and strategies for managing behavior concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL08.2000
Associate of Arts - Pre Occupational Therapy
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL06.1998
Certificate in Emergency Medicine - Emergency Medical Technology/Paramedic
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA06.1984
High School Diploma -
North Cobb High School
Kennesaw, GA06.1982
Skills
- Sensory Integration
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Conscious Discipline
- Therapeutic Listening
- Astronaut Training
- Quickshifts
- Thera Suit method for Intensive Therapy
- Torticollis
- Kinesio Taping trained
- Handwriting without tears
- Brachial Plexus injury trained
- Linking play to function
- Autism
- Developmental Disabilities
Affiliations
- Sat on the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy two terms 2015, and 2016
Timeline
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Lori McCoy Therapies
01.2022 - Current
Owner/Operator
Progressive Pediatric Child Care
01.2011 - 10.2021
Owner
Progressive Pediatric Developmental Center
01.2008 - 01.2021
Staff Occupational Therapist
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
04.2004 - 06.2005
Owner/Operator
Progressive Pediatric Therapy Services
01.2004 - 10.2021
Rehabilitation Program Manager
Select Medical Corporation
06.2001 - 01.2003
Staff Occupational Therapist
Colquitt Regional Medical Center
08.2000 - 06.2001
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Associate of Arts - Pre Occupational Therapy
Tallahassee Community College
Certificate in Emergency Medicine - Emergency Medical Technology/Paramedic
Chattahoochee Technical College
High School Diploma -
North Cobb High School
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