TRACEY D BATES
Atlanta,GA
Summary
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST: To obtain a PRN or part-time position in Occupational Therapy that is educationally driven, enthusiastic, and passionate about fostering growth.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY: Registered Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist, and Certified Lymphedema Therapist with over 14 1/2 years of clinical experience in treating various populations with cognitive, developmental, physical, and psychosocial deficits. Specialized training in oncology rehabilitation, specifically Breast, Head, and Neck Cancer associated with lymphedema; lower extremity lymphedema; Geriatrics, Neuro, Hand Therapy/Orthopedics. Responsible for the continuous progression of program development, student clinical instruction, and clinical enhancement within the outpatient setting. Highly proficient at implementing and facilitating successful oncology and orthopedic programs for efficient outcomes. Skilled at multi-tasking in a high-paced orthopedic clinic. Proficient with yearly performance reviews and productivity standards. Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and clinical teaching skills. Dedicated, compassionate Occupational Therapist with strong interpersonal skills and effective time management. Fervent to continued education training /development, team building, and patient advocacy as part of quality care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist
Emory Musculoskeletal Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
11.2022 - Current
- Responsible for daily treatment and evaluations for high-volume orthopedic center for hand, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and digit injuries,
- Promoted maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapies according to the individual's current physical status and interest.
- Daily, responsible for treating and evaluating post-op, walk-in
- Responsible for fabricating custom orthosis daily.
- Experienced in static and dynamic orthosis fabrication in a high-paced clinic.
- Treat various injuries such as complex trauma, tendon nerve transfers, PNI, fractures, OA, RA, Dupuytren’s release, shoulder repair, digit replantation, and Bicep/Triceps repairs.
- Performed functional DN ( Dry needling) to promote a healthy musculoskeletal system and pain reduction.
- Strong communication skills with staff and surgeons
- CI( clinical instructor)to Level and Level II (pending) OTD students’ hand upper extremity.
- Attend, as needed, surgeon presentations and surgeries to enhance knowledge of ortho-related injuries.
- NOTE: FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE EMPLOYMENT LISTED, CLINICIAN WENT PART-TIME TO OBTAIN CHT HOURS AND EXPERIENCE
Staff Occupational Therapist (CHT and CLT)
The George Washington University Hospital
Washington, DC
12.2015 - 10.2022
- Treated and evaluated patients of various ages and orthopedic injuries such as neurological, cumulative trauma, flexor/extensor tendon repairs, work-related injuries (crush, lacerations, and fractures) fractures, hand/wrist/ shoulder/elbow injuries, RTC repairs, peripheral nerve injuries, Dupuytren’s release, trigger digits release, nerve entrapment conditions, OA, and RA disorders.
- Evaluated, treated, and designed orthosis per ortho order for post-surgical hand disorders.
- Responsible for initial consults, developing POC, treatments, re-evaluation and discharge as needed.
- Experienced with basic (static) and intermediate custom orthosis (static progressive/dynamic) for various orthopedic disorders and injuries
- Performed primary post-surgical wound care and dressings.
- Customize home programs to meet patients’ individual treatment goals for function and return to work.
- Certified PAMS (physical agent modalities), MFR (myofascial Release), Hawk grip (manual tool for pain, fascia restriction and etc.), KT application.
- Maintain communication with hand orthopedic surgeons and medical personnel on patients’ progress or change in POC (plan of care)
- Active member in ortho/neuro hand therapy monthly meetings
- Provided orthosis instruction/technique classes to OT/hand therapy meetings as needed.
- Participate in ordering and suggesting various orthosis materials for patient needs.
- Consistently meet department productivity standards with timely submission of documentation and clinical findings.
- Collaborate with fellow OT/surgeon on post-shoulder rehabilitation
- CI (clinical occupational therapy instructor) for Level II students for hand therapy.
- Participate in clinical observations of orthopedic/hand surgeries
- Participate in teaching and hands-on instruction in the monthly Hand Therapy Exchange learning program for GWU outpatients
- NOTE: For Certified Lymphedema Duties, please see my Senior Occupational therapist position with this hospital and Kaiser Permanente on next pages
Occupational Therapist/Hand Therapist
AMN HealthCare/Kaiser (Contractor Part-Time)
Fairfax, VA
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Contract hand therapist in a high-volume clinic responsible for daily evaluations, planning, and implementation of care plans for the Upper extremity, specifically the shoulder, elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand.
- Treated an array of diagnoses pre- or post-surgical that include peripheral nerve injuries, tendon laceration/injuries, autoimmune disorders, fractures, Shoulder repairs, Bicep repairs, complex trauma injuries, cumulative trauma, OA/RA, Hand cysts/tumors, Dupuytren's disease, and CVA.
- Experienced with a custom orthotic static, static progressive/dynamic design for orthopedic or neuro-related injuries.
Occupational Therapist/Hand Therapist
Dominion Plastic Surgery/Mehan Hand Therapy
Falls, VA
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Responsible for initial evaluation, developing appropriate treatment goals to determine care plans for patients with complex upper extremity/hand orthopedic injuries and work-related injuries.
- Experienced with various orthopedic diagnoses including but not limited to hand/wrist/elbow and shoulder, nerve entrapment conditions, peripheral nerve injuries, fractures, post flap construction, flexor/extensor tendon, and complex hand injuries (crush, soft-tissue, vascular, amputations, and fractures).
- Provided initial consults/evaluations and custom orthotic fabrication to” WALK IN “patients at the hand surgery center.
- Performed as-needed post-surgical wound care and education
- Experienced with techniques in manual therapy but not limited to: IASTM, myofascial release soft tissue mobilization, and kinesio taping
- Experienced treating complex hand injuries associated with lymphedema/edema and vascular disorders
- As needed, customized static and static progressive orthotics and application of physical agent modalities.
- Consulted with Plastic Hand Surgeon and Physician Assistant Hand Surgeon as needed, particularly on the patient “Walk In “for immediate evaluation/treatment and orthotic fabrication.
- Provided as-needed evaluation/treatment to post trauma-related injuries (flexor and extensor tendon).
- Developed, customized, and update HEP (home exercise program) for patients to RTW (return to work).
Senior Occupational Therapist/Lymphedema
The George Washington University Hospital
Washington, DC
12.2015 - 10.2019
- Performed clinical in-services to medical staff and peers for professional growth, marketing, and program development.
- Responsible for evaluating and treating primary and secondary causes of lymphedema due to heredity, surgery, cancer, stroke, or other injuries.
- Provided post-rehabilitation for post-mastectomy and post-head and neck patients to reach optimal function for returning to work
- Assisted manager with new hire for therapy staff.
- Supervised fellow OTs, aides, and students in training.
- Assisted manager in designing policies and procedures of equipment that will be used in the outpatient center.
- Prepared capital appropriation budgets for equipment to enhance the quality and efficiency of program needs.
- Performed quarterly chart auditing.
- Participated in quarterly journal rounds to enhance research development for the program.
- STAR oncology program certified
- Responsible for developing program flyers to promote marketing to increase oncology referrals.
- Responsible for yearly CAR (capital appropriation budgets).
- Trained OT/PT staff on effectively using the Physiotouch machine for treatments.
- Participated and provided presentations to monthly head and neck support groups and chemotherapy classes.
- Active member of the monthly ENT Tumor Board.
- Responsible for monthly reporting in departmental meetings on program development and potential outcomes.
- Trained under NP/wound care specialist and implemented appropriate wound care to patients with venous ulcers and general wounds.
- Participated in Surgeon Head and Neck Oncology panel/ Q and A for patient, family, and caregivers on the Impact of Lymphedema following Head and Neck Cancer.
- Prepared monthly departmental newsletter for the outpatient center.
- Level I fieldwork supervisor for hand therapy Level II student.
Certified Lymphedema Therapist (OT,CLT))
Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente
Capitol Hill, Largo, Washington DC, And Maryland
07.2014 - 12.2015
- Under Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy, trained in Vodder technique for MLD (manual lymphatic drainage) and CDT (Complete Decongestive Treatment) with compression bandaging, skin care, exercise, garment referral /fitting, and maintenance program.
- Implemented Lymphedema program for Kaiser Permanente Largo, Maryland, as of April 2015.
- Skilled in treating various and complex lymphedema cases such as CVI, Breast/Rehab post-mastectomy (AWS axillary web syndrome), stage III/elephantiasis, and venous stasis.
- Worked along with physicians in arranging lymphedema prevention among the Breast Cancer population.
- Performed daily consultations to determine the appropriate plan of care.
- Educated and trained patient/caregiver on the importance of skincare, hygiene, food nutrition, and self-bandaging as part of lymphedema management.
- Trained caregiver and patient on proper care of compression garment, donning and doffing of garment, adaptive equipment if appropriate, and the importance of compression garment follow-up.
- Under phone supervision from a wound nurse, performed primary wound care for acute wounds, such as assessing, irrigating, and dressing wounds.
- Responsible for notifying physician and/or wound nurse of any changes or status of the wound to ensure proper healing.
- Assisted Certified compression garment fitter in measuring and selecting garments before discharge.
- Coordinated daily with other medical personnel (Doctors, Nurses, wound nurses, and utilization manager) to aid patients in achieving goals for therapy.
- Responsible for arranging a schedule for patients to be seen by Certified Garment Fitter every two weeks.
- Responsible for ordering DME (Durable Medical Equipment) such as Bio Compression pumps, Bandages, and other patient devices.
- Made appropriate referrals to vascular surgeons, wound specialists, or other healthcare professionals to ensure patient care.
- Collaborated weekly with fellow Lymphedema (PRN) therapists on patients' care plan and caseload.
- As needed, wrote and designed referral scripts for Physicians to send to vendors for needed DME.
- Daily, collaborated with various vendors in D.C, and the Maryland metro area.
Occupational Therapist PRN
Independent Contractor
Washington, DC, Virginia
01.2014 - 03.2019
- Worked at various facilities as needed. Facilities such as skilled nursing, and hospitals. Description of job duties upon request.
Contract Occupational Therapist
PRN, RSI
Silver Springs, MD
10.2010 - 01.2014
- RSI: REHABILITATION SERVICES INCORPORATED- CONTRACT THERAPIST. Additional information on the description of job duties upon request.
Education
OTD - Post Professional Doctorate
Spalding University
Louisville, KY12-2024
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
New York University
New York, NY05.2009
Associate of Culinary Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson and Wales
05.2004
Master of Art Psychotherapy - Creative Development
Pratt Institute
05.1999
Conversational Sign Lanaguage -
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL07.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Art Therapy/Psychology
University of Alabama, Spring Hill College
Mobile, AL05.1996
French Studies
Institute of European Studies
Paris, France05.1995
Skills
- CHT: November 2021, Certification ID 202111043
- First Aid and CPR certified: Current as of February 2023 and May 2024 ( refesher)
- CPAM: August 2021 due to pandemic
- CLT: Certified Lymphedema Therapist November 2013
- Functional Dry Needling: June 2023
Certification
November 2021, Certification ID 202111043
First Aid and CPR certified: Current as of Feb 2023
CPAM: August 2021 due to pandemic
CLT: Certified Lymphedema Therapist November 2013
Functional Dry Needling: June 2023
Interests
LICENSURE & AFFILIATIONS, Licensed in the state of Georgia. NBCOT: National Board Certification Occupational Therapy, AOTA: American Occupational Therapy Association, ASHT: American Society of Hand Therapists, CHTA (Capital Hand Therapy Association of NOVA/DC), GHUESIG (Georgia Hand and Upper Extremity Group).
Additional Information
Functional Dry Needling Level 1, June 2023; Certified Hand Therapist, Nov 2021; I-ASTM for Shoulder, Wrist, and Hand, Feb 2020; PAMPCA Physical Agent Modalities Certification, Nov 2019-August 2021; Certificate of completion for Orthoses for Mobilization, for Orthoses Immobilization, splinting for neuro diseases, Feb 2018; Introduction to Hand Therapy Nov 2017; John Barnes Myofascial Release, April 2016; Advanced Head and Neck Lymphedema Management:Norton School of Lymphedema; Klose Training School of Lymphedema: Training Head and Neck Lymphedema, March 2015; Rehabilitation and Management. Klose Training School of Lymphedema: Breast Cancer Rehabilitation March 2014; Kinesiology Taping: Summit Professional Education, May 2014; Lymphedema Certification: Norton School of Lymphedema, Oct 2013.,
Timeline
Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist
Emory Musculoskeletal Institute of Atlanta
11.2022 - Current
Occupational Therapist/Hand Therapist
AMN HealthCare/Kaiser (Contractor Part-Time)
08.2020 - 02.2021
Occupational Therapist/Hand Therapist
Dominion Plastic Surgery/Mehan Hand Therapy
10.2019 - 03.2020
Staff Occupational Therapist (CHT and CLT)
The George Washington University Hospital
12.2015 - 10.2022
Senior Occupational Therapist/Lymphedema
The George Washington University Hospital
12.2015 - 10.2019
Certified Lymphedema Therapist (OT,CLT))
Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente
07.2014 - 12.2015
Occupational Therapist PRN
Independent Contractor
01.2014 - 03.2019
Contract Occupational Therapist
PRN, RSI
10.2010 - 01.2014
OTD - Post Professional Doctorate
Spalding University
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
New York University
Associate of Culinary Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson and Wales
Master of Art Psychotherapy - Creative Development
Pratt Institute
Conversational Sign Lanaguage -
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Bachelor of Arts - Art Therapy/Psychology
University of Alabama, Spring Hill College
French Studies
Institute of European Studies
November 2021, Certification ID 202111043
First Aid and CPR certified: Current as of Feb 2023
CPAM: August 2021 due to pandemic
CLT: Certified Lymphedema Therapist November 2013
Functional Dry Needling: June 2023
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