Victoria Talley
Crete,IL
Summary
Client-centered Occupational Therapist with versatility in adapting to diverse needs of clients, developing targeted treatment plans to support individual needs. Well-trained occupational therapist with 5 years of experience building skills among clients suffering from varying physical and cognitive
disorders, as well as social impairments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Functional Pathways LLC.
Orland Park, IL
07.2021 - Current
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
- Conducted group therapy sessions for appropriate patients.
Occupational Therapist
Advocate Aurora Health
Hazel Crest, United States
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
- Provided education to patients and families on adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough discharge instructions, follow-up appointments, and referrals for additional services as needed.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Developed customized home exercise programs, enabling patients to maintain progress outside of therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
Occupational Therapist
Select Rehabilitation
Dyer, United States
11.2019 - 10.2022
- Conducted evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Mentored occupational therapy new graduates fostering professional growth and development.
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
- Provided patient/caregiver training to ensure safe transition to the home environment.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced patient functionality through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercises.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Chicago State University
05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences, Pre-Occupational Therapy
Chicago State University
04.2016
Skills
- Document Management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Adaptive equipment knowledge
- Clinical reasoning
- Home modifications
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- CPR/AED
- Skilled in following documentation systems (EPIC, rehab optima, casamba)
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 5 students and professor in the development of the research study Impact of Work Demands on School-Based Occupational Therapy Services. Presented this research study at the ILOTA round table.
Certification
- CPR
- NBCOT
Additional Information
AOTA Member
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Advocate Aurora Health
08.2022 - 06.2024
Occupational Therapist
Functional Pathways LLC.
07.2021 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Select Rehabilitation
11.2019 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences, Pre-Occupational Therapy
Chicago State University
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Chicago State University