Inpatient Supervisor

• Jan 2023 - Present

Occupational Therapist

• Dec 2019 - Present

Occupational Therapist - PRN

• May 2022 - Present

Occupational Therapist

• Aug 2018 - Nov 2019

Perform several different jobs/roles within a Critical Access Hospital In general: - Document initial findings, goals, interventions, and discharges using ReDoc - Review medical records, images, and notes from other healthcare disciplines using Meditech Live Inpatient Acute Care and Inpatient Sub-Acute Swing Bed Program: - Evaluate and treat a wide variety of post-surgical and non-surgical patients, including patients recovering from total hip arthroplasty (THA), total knee arthroplasty (TKA), and total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) - Issue and educate patients/family members on appropriate use of AE and modified techniques in order to increase independence and facilitate safe discharge home - Schedule, coordinate, and liaise with other disciplines regarding patient progress/concerns in order to provide therapy services to patients on a daily basis - Perform pre- and post-operative consultations for surgery patients in order to educate patients/families on surgery precautions, exercises, and modified activities of daily living (ADL) techniques - Review patient referrals with case manager in order to determine appropriateness for admission to sub-acute rehab unit Outpatient Adults: - Evaluate and treat surgical and non-surgical adult patients suffering from a variety of upper extremity disorders, including biceps tendonitis, rotator cuff injuries/repairs, arthritis, lateral epicondylitis, adhesive capsulitis, subluxation, and CVA/other neurological conditions that affect the use of the shoulder/elbow/hand Community Mental Health/LUNA Neuro-Trauma Assessments: - Evaluate children and adolescents exposed to poly-trauma in order to determine strengths and areas of concern - Analyze findings from standardized assessments and examiner observation in order to recommend individualized and tailored interventions - Proficient in administering and analyzing Infant, Child, and Adolescent/Adult Sensory Profiles and the QNST-3R (Quick Neurological Screening Test-3 Revised) Show less

Occupational Therapy Intern (Level II Fieldwork)

• Jan 2018 - Mar 2018

- Performed initial evaluations and determined appropriate plan of care in an acute inpatient rehabilitation setting - Developed treatment goals and interventions for adults with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), spinal cord injuries (SCIs), burns, upper and lower extremity amputations, orthopedic injuries, and medical complexity with debility - Implemented therapeutic techniques in areas such as activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), cognitive skills, neuromuscular re-education, functional mobility, and visual perceptual abilities - Administered and interpreted the Functional Independence Measure (FIM) and Brain Injury Visual Assessment Battery for Adults (biVABA) - Fabricated and issued custom-made orthoses to aid with joint protection and the promotion of early participation in ADLs - Educated families regarding the role of OT, safe functional transfers, use of adaptive equipment (AE), home modifications, and available community resources - Documented detailed initial evaluation findings, progress notes, durable medical equipment recommendations, and discharge summaries using Meditech Live - In-service Presentation: “Utilizing the biVABA to Evaluate and Guide Treatment Planning for Brain Injury in an Acute Care Setting” Show less

Graduate Teaching Assistant

• Aug 2017 - Dec 2017

- Supported faculty members with teaching-related duties for two class sections, including Analyzing and Writing Scientific Literature and Medical Evaluation and Intervention: Neurological and Cognitive Approaches Throughout the Lifespan - Organized and uploaded online course materials, communicated to students via online discussion forums and email, and updated grades electronically - Administered and graded 30+ hands-on laboratory competencies - Co-taught 15 laboratory components in order to facilitate students’ understanding of various cognitive, visual perceptual, behavioral, and sensory assessments Show less

Occupational Therapy Intern (Level II Fieldwork)

• Apr 2017 - Jun 2017

- Researched evidence-based practice to guide the development of client-centered, strengths based intervention plans for adolescents in an inpatient psychiatric setting - Facilitated community reintegration for residents with severe behavioral and emotional disorders - Administered and analyzed standardized assessments, including the Adolescent/Adult Sensory Profile, Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM), Resiliency Scales for Children & Adolescents, and Allen Cognitive Levels Screen (ACLS) - Developed and co-lead weekly community-based group sessions consisting of 20+ residents - Addressed and promoted social participation, emotional regulation, sensory integration, leisure and vocational exploration, community transportation, money management, and the enhancement of self-esteem and self-advocacy skills - Collaborated with general and special education teachers, nurses, psychiatrists, and social workers in order to provide interdisciplinary, holistic, and comprehensive patient care - Project: Collaborated with department staff in utilizing evidence-based literature to modify the dialectical behavioral theory (DBT) handbook in order to facilitate the acquisition of coping skills through occupation-based activities Show less