Tracey Long
Copley
Summary
Dedicated Occupational Therapist with 23 years of expertise in direct patient care, family education, and individualized treatment planning. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective interdisciplinary collaboration and documentation.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Cornerstone Rehab
Medina, Oh
10.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Customized treatment plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Supervise and collaborate with OT assistant on patient care.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Wheelchair assessments with mobility rep.
- Maintained 90% productive using Net Health program.
Occupational Therapist
Cleveland Metropolitan School District
Cleveland, Oh
12.2013 - Current
- Developed individualized treatment plans to enhance student functional abilities and promote independence.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to integrate therapeutic strategies into educational settings.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' needs and monitor progress towards therapy goals.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to improve sensory processing and motor skills in students.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Managed 60-75 student direct and consultative caseload.
Occupational Therapist
Barberton Hospital
Barberton, OH
05.2007 - 12.2013
- Evaluation and treatment of outpatient clients - worker compensation, orthopedic, and neurological patients.
- Splint assessment and development of appropriate splint.
- Staff education about outpatient occupational therapy.
- Cover inpatient caseloads when outpatient caseload was low.
- Developed and implemented a handwriting camp.
Occupational Therapist
Akron General Medical Center
Akron, Oh
03.2005 - 05.2007
- Outpatient position and inpatient cover when caseload was low.
- Evaluated and treated orthopaedic, neurological, and work comp patients.
- Provided education on appropriate splints to orthopaedic surgeon residents.
- Provided different modalities for better patient outcomes.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
Occupational Therapist
Akron City Hospital
Akron, Oh
07.2003 - 03.2005
- Evaluated and treated acute inpatient, 3 month job rotation in skilled nursing, mental health patients, rehabilitation patients, and acute orthopaedic patients.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH05-2003
No Degree - Massage Therapy
Ohio College of Massotherapy
Akron, OH08-2002
Master of Science - Sport Fitness Management
United States Sports Academy
Daphne, AL08-1997
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
University of Mount Union
Alliance, OH05-1991
Skills
- Family and patient education
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Direct patient care
- Documentation skills
- Wheelchair seating
- Time management
Certification
- OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered
- Kinesiotaping
- Handwriting without Tears Certification
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Cornerstone Rehab
10.2025 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Cleveland Metropolitan School District
12.2013 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Barberton Hospital
05.2007 - 12.2013
Occupational Therapist
Akron General Medical Center
03.2005 - 05.2007
Occupational Therapist
Akron City Hospital
07.2003 - 03.2005
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Cleveland State University
No Degree - Massage Therapy
Ohio College of Massotherapy
Master of Science - Sport Fitness Management
United States Sports Academy
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
University of Mount Union