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Ying Shi Vuong

Irvine,CA

Summary

Innovative Occupational Therapist with substantial experience in developing alternative, customized therapeutic interventions with the goal of optimized patient care. Treatments are developed in collaboration with stakeholders and have included contributions from professionals in other disciplines.


Professional experiences in combination with personal experiences (teaching piano, martial arts and yoga) have resulted in a diverse skill set: research and development, programming, teaching other professionals, explaining complex concepts simply, interdisciplinary communication, and delivering compassionate care that is effective and empowering.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Occupational Therapist

TherapyForte
09.2023 - Current

TherapyForte

  • As a Therapist: Deliver combined mainstream and alternative treatments in accordance with client interests, resources, goals, limitations, and preferences post client assessment and interview
    develop holistic individualized treatment plans, delivered via highly-motivating, patient-driven therapy platforms.
    - Utilize piano playing as primary therapeutic occupation. Incorporate diverse alternative therapeutic modalities include yoga, sports, movement-based arts, guided imagery, meal-preparation, and multiple forms of meditation from Eastern and Western traditions.
  • As a Consultant: Provide specialized guidance with piano instructors on adapting and developing teaching methods for individuals with special needs, utilizing direct modeling and education on OT theoretical frameworks
    - Provide subject matter expert opinion on feasibility, benefits and integration methods of piano, music, and other occupations as alternative therapeutic treatment modalities.
    - Evaluate and address symptoms, limitations, and habits negatively impacting quality of life, while managing patient factors to enhance overall wellness
  • Founded TherapyForte as Doctoral Residency Project at University of Southern California. By leveraging existing client factors to improve skills and to expand their repertoire of abilities, clients experience enhanced motivation to actively participate in their customized therapy program.

Consultant Occupational Therapist

The N.E.W. Program
03.2020 - 08.2023
  • As Therapist Consultant: Provided comprehensive patient care, advocation, and advice regarding medical and non-medical matters as related to each patient's global and intermediate goals; Contributed to published protocols for post-surgical and non-surgical weight loss focusing on lifestyle, diet & nutrition, and wellness.
  • As Office Manager: Created and implemented custom Customer Relationship Management (CRM) System for the practice. Educated staff on its use and maintenance; Managed scheduling and logistical needs across multiple locations to optimize communication and coordination. Codified, maintained and implemented standard operating protocols. Ensured adherence to protocols to establish standard level of consistency across all staff and facilities.

Education

Doctorate of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
08-2022

Master of Arts - Occupational Therapy

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
12-2019

Skills

  • Innovative Program Development
  • Holistic and Integrative Therapy
  • Patient Assessment and Advocation
  • Flexibility and Responsiveness
  • Research and Practical Application
  • Writing, Compiling and Disseminating Information
  • Practice Management and System Implementation
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Education

Timeline

Occupational Therapist

TherapyForte
09.2023 - Current

Consultant Occupational Therapist

The N.E.W. Program
03.2020 - 08.2023

Doctorate of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy

University of Southern California

Master of Arts - Occupational Therapy

University of Southern California
Ying Shi Vuong