Tammy V. Heiser
Fort Plain
Summary
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Wells House Rehabilitation Center
Johnstown
02.2022 - 09.2024
- Supported family members by providing education about the condition of the patient and available resources.
- Conducted educational seminars related to occupational therapy topics such as ergonomics and injury prevention.
- Selected effective treatment plans in line with personal goals for home, school, or work life.
- Developed and implemented wellness programs aimed at prevention and health maintenance.
- Led training sessions for caregivers and healthcare staff on safe and effective patient handling techniques.
- Performed ergonomic assessments and provided recommendations to reduce workplace injuries.
Lead Occupational Therapist
Springbrook School
Oneonta
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate therapy and educational strategies.
- Trained and mentored junior therapists in best practices and techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate therapy goals into classroom activities.
- Provided direct care services, including therapeutic activities, exercises, and other interventions.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant government regulations regarding occupational therapy practice.
- Trained new staff members on procedures, policies, and safety protocols.
- Oversaw daily operations of the occupational therapy department, including staffing and scheduling.
- Led training sessions for caregivers and healthcare staff on safe and effective patient handling techniques.
- Performed ergonomic assessments and provided recommendations to reduce workplace injuries.
Rehab Director of Occupational Therapy Department
Palatine Nursing Home
Palatine Bridge
11.2015 - 12.2016
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient care strategies.
- Trained staff on best practices in rehabilitation techniques.
- Implemented policies to enhance service delivery in rehabilitation services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Dominican College
West Nyack, NY09-2001
Skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Treatment planning
- Compliance regulations
- Ergonomic assessments
- Wellness program development
- Staff training
- Patient care strategies
Tammy Heiser
- I am an individual who was raised on a dairy farm and assisted in the general management of the dairy farm. I was responsible to perform duties in every aspect of the dairy farm including fieldwork, herd health and general daily farming duties, such as animal care, general farm chores and maintenance of the property.
- I have also held various job positions, to support my educational goals, such as counter sales with Stewarts shops, food prep for McDonalds and Burger King, along with direct support staff for the developmentally disabled population.
- In my spare time I have been the leader of my local Elks organization, overseeing the operations of the lodge and delegating responsibilities to various committees within the lodge.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Wells House Rehabilitation Center
02.2022 - 09.2024
Lead Occupational Therapist
Springbrook School
01.2019 - 02.2022
Rehab Director of Occupational Therapy Department
Palatine Nursing Home
11.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Dominican College
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