Tyler Smith
Brandon,MS
Summary
Injury Prevention Specialist and occupational therapist with a proven track record of achieving quality patient outcomes and high productivity. Expertise in team management and program development focused on enhancing workplace safety and promoting employee wellness. Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication which foster adaptability in dynamic environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Injury Prevention Specialist
Fit For Work
Jackson, Mississippi
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted risk assessments to identify hazards and recommend effective solutions.
- Developed educational materials on injury prevention strategies for employees and clients.
- Engaged employees to foster a culture of safety and well-being.
- Responded promptly to inquiries regarding safety concerns raised by staff members.
- Participated in safety committees and meetings to enhance organizational safety standards.
President and Founder
Mississippi Barbell, Inc.
Jackson, Mississippi
04.2012 - Current
- Directed staff development programs to enhance team performance and engagement.
- Developed policies and procedures, establishing short-term and long-term organizational goals.
- Represented organization at community events and public forums, promoting its mission.
- Managed personnel issues, including recruitment, training, evaluations, and terminations.
- Oversaw planning, training, travel, and competition preparation for a team of over 50 members, including athletes and coaches.
Occupational Therapist – Home Health
Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation
Jackson, MS
02.2017 - 03.2023
- Coordinated comprehensive patient care through collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Analyzed patient progress and adjusted treatment strategies to enhance outcomes.
- Documented patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes in electronic records for accuracy.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in occupational therapy techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic treatment and support.
- Created reports detailing patient assessments, treatments, progress, and future care recommendations.
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Clinical Exercise Physiology
Mississippi State University
Starkville12.2009
Skills
- Team leadership
- Goal-oriented
- Educational material development
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Well-versed in multicultural interactions and effective communication with diverse groups
- Patient care and case management including knowledge of medications, rehabilitation processes, and communication with physician offices
Projects
Masters Research Project, Healthy Behaviors and Counseling Practices Among Occupational Therapy Practitioners
Extra Curricular And Community Service
- President, coach, and program designer of Mississippi Barbell, a 501 (c)(3) organization
- Program consultant for the Methodist Children’s Home of Mississippi
- Clinician volunteer coordinator for the Jackson Free Rehabilitation Clinic, a student-run pro-bono rehab clinic for the uninsured.
Honors And Awards
- LWC Vice President of the Southern Region including Mississippi, Louisiana, and Arkansas
- Level 3 United States Weightlifting National Coach
- Graduating Summa Cum Laude from The University of Mississippi Medical Center
- Graduating Magna Cum Laude from Mississippi State University
- Member of the Gamma Lambda Chapter of Pi Theta Epsilon Honor Society
- Member of the Alpha Eta Honor Society
- Member of the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
Certification
- OSHA 30
- BLS/CPR
- Dry Needling Certified
- USA Weightlifting Level 3 National coach
Accomplishments
- Started Mississippi's first sanctioned USA weightlifting club which has coached and developed hundreds of athletes over the last 13 years, including multiple national and international champions.
Affiliations
· Prior tri-state LWC Vice President of the Southern Region including Mississippi, Louisiana, and Arkansas
· Level 3 United States Weightlifting National Coach
· Graduating Summa Cum Laude from The University of Mississippi Medical Center
· Graduating Magna Cum Laude from Mississippi State University
· Member of the Gamma Lambda Chapter of Pi Theta Epsilon Honor Society
· Member of the Alpha Eta Honor Society
· Member of the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Injury Prevention Specialist
Fit For Work
02.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapist – Home Health
Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation
02.2017 - 03.2023
President and Founder
Mississippi Barbell, Inc.
04.2012 - Current
Master of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Clinical Exercise Physiology
Mississippi State University
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