Victoria Boehlert-Somohano
Okemos
Summary
Dedicated bilingual occupational therapist with knowledge and experience in treatment planning, patient evaluation, and interdisciplinary collaboration in both inpatient and outpatient settings working with patients who have complex neurological and medical conditions. Committed to enhancing patient independence and safety through evidence-based and client-centered interventions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Double Tree Post Acute
Sacramento
04.2026 - Current
- Develop treatment plans based on individual needs and goals to increase patient independence, participation and safety with ADLs/IADLs, utilizing compensatory and remedial approaches
- Provide training to residents and family members on safe transfer techniques and safety measures to reduce fall risk
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with CMS, Medicare, and SNF regulations
Occupational Therapist
Buena Vista Care Center
Santa Barbara
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Delivered individual and group treatment to daily caseload of 10 to 17 patients in skilled nursing facility, improving engagement in therapeutic activities
- Evaluated and implemented environmental modifications and adaptive equipment to enhance patient safety and promote independence
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered treatment plans, leading to improved patient outcomes
Occupational Therapist
OhioHealth Outpatient Neurological Rehabilitation
Columbus
08.2023 - 12.2025
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations, established plans of care, and execute a variety of evidence based interventions and treatments to a daily caseload of 10 adult patients with varying neurological conditions including but not limited to CVA, FND, SCI, MS, GBS, and TBI in an outpatient setting
- Collaborated daily with PT, SLP, case managers, PCPs, neurologists, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to identify and address barriers to care, ensuring comprehensive support for patients.
- Developed and delivered a lecture on Occupational Therapy for Spinal Cord Injury to first-year OTD students at The Ohio State University, enhancing their understanding of evidence-based practices in the field.
- Completed the Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery (PWR!) certification and implemented principles of its evidence based program to patients diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease
- Participated in continuous virtual and in person continuing education and mentoring for up to date and best practice evidence-based interventions including Management of Post-ABI Vision Dysfunctions for Non-Optometric Rehabilitation Providers, Symposium on Multidisciplinary Care of Patients with ALS, management of the spastic upper extremity, Bowel and Bladder Management for SCI, NDT (neurodevelopmental treatment) and much more
Occupational Therapist
OhioHealth Rehabilitation Hospital
Columbus
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Evaluated and treated 8 patients daily in inpatient rehabilitation, providing family education, adaptive equipment recommendations, and discharge planning for diverse diagnoses including CVA, orthopedic trauma, amputation, brain injury, and complex medical conditions
Capstone Student
Casa Speech
Columbus
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Provided bilingual skilled OT services, including evaluation and intervention, to Hispanic/Latino children with ASD and developmental delays based on principles of DIRFloortime and PLAYProject
- Developed and implemented culturally sensitive Spanish-language webpage on ASD, development, and related services: https://casaspeech.com/que-es-el-autismo
- Presented developed webpage to Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities (FCBDD) Early Childhood Education (ECE), 6 clinical managers of Ohio Early Intervention, Southwestern City School District, Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio (DSACO), and Autism Society of Central Ohio (ASCO) to enhance awareness of ASD resources
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy -
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine, Minor in Chemistry
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH05-2020
Skills
- Treatment planning
- Vision screens
- Vision rehabilitation for TBI
- Neurological assessments
- Evidence-based interventions
- Adaptive equipment recommendations
- Regulatory compliance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Bilingual fluency
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
- Parkinson's Wellness Recovery
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Double Tree Post Acute
04.2026 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Buena Vista Care Center
01.2026 - 04.2026
Occupational Therapist
OhioHealth Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2025 - 10.2025
Occupational Therapist
OhioHealth Outpatient Neurological Rehabilitation
08.2023 - 12.2025
Capstone Student
Casa Speech
01.2023 - 04.2023
Doctor of Occupational Therapy -
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine, Minor in Chemistry
University of Dayton