Thierry Lienou
Gaithersburg,USA
Summary
Licensed Occupational Therapist with expertise in patient evaluation, individualized treatment planning, and interdisciplinary care coordination. Experienced in inpatient, outpatient, and rehabilitation settings with strong skills in discharge planning, family education, and program development. Recognized for mentoring OT students, advocating for patient access, and integrating evidence-based practices including telehealth and assistive technology. Committed to improving quality of life and functional independence across diverse patient populations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Howard University Hospital
08.2020 - Current
- Conduct patient evaluations, treatment interventions, and discharge planning.
- Supervise OT students during clinical rotations, fostering skill development.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and case managers to ensure seamless care transitions.
- Provide patient and family education to enhance rehabilitation outcomes.
Occupational Therapist (Interim Director of Rehab)
Reliant Rehabilitation
12.2018 - Current
- Delivered direct OT services including assessments, interventions, and progress evaluations.
- Performed leadership duties including rehab operations, team supervision, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed individualized rehabilitation programs to maximize patient independence.
Occupational Therapist (PRN)
Adventist HealthCare
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Provided PRN OT services across acute and rehab settings.
- Customized treatment plans to address physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.
- Coordinated interventions with interdisciplinary teams.
Director of Rehabilitation
Kindred Healthcare Inc.
12.2016 - 12.2018
- Directed rehab operations, including admissions, staff scheduling, and patient care coordination.
- Ensured regulatory compliance and continuity of care for patients transitioning from acute care.
- Built and maintained referral relationships to support program growth.
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) -
New York University
09.2020
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) - undefined
Howard University
12.2015
Skills
- Patient Evaluation & Functional Assessment
- ADL/IADL & Cognitive Rehabilitation
- Neurological & Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Care Transition & Discharge Planning
- Assistive Technology & Adaptive Equipment (ATP Certified)
- Patient & Family Education
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Clinical Documentation & EHR Systems
- Community Outreach & Program Development
- Direct patient care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical reasoning
- Family and patient education
Accomplishments
Received the employee of the month award (May 2022, July 2025)
Certification
- OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered
- Licensed in MD and DC
Languages
English (fluent)
French (fluent)
Spanish (conversational)
Academic Experience
- Assistant Professor – Howard University, Washington, DC | Aug 2019 – Present
- - Instruct OT students in evaluation, intervention planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- - Guided students in clinical documentation, discharge planning, and regulatory compliance.
- - Presented and published research on telehealth, assistive technology, and patient access.
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Howard University Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Occupational Therapist (Interim Director of Rehab)
Reliant Rehabilitation
12.2018 - Current
Occupational Therapist (PRN)
Adventist HealthCare
08.2018 - 08.2021
Director of Rehabilitation
Kindred Healthcare Inc.
12.2016 - 12.2018
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) - undefined
Howard University
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) -
New York University
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