Occupational Therapist

• Aug 2023 - Present

Vanderbilt Inpatient Rehabilitation Center Vanderbilt Inpatient Rehabilitation Center

Occupational Therapist

• Dec 2022 - Present

Rehab Support Technician

• Feb 2015 - Sep 2022

Full, part-time and per diem experiences on transitional, sub-acute rehabilitation unit Provide hands-on assistance to nursing and rehabilitation department staff i.e. assist with transfers, gait training, wheelchair follows, standby assists, ceiling lifts and more. Transport patients to and from treatment areas safely and efficientlyMaintain department cleanliness and stock supplies Disinfect therapy equipment after treatmentBilling and scheduling, other administrative duties as directed by manager Maintain inter-department communications with all members of treatment team and family membersAssisted activity coordinator with planning, implementing unit activities and encouraging patient participation in activities. Show less

Level II Fieldwork Student

• May 2022 - Aug 2022

Perform client centered evaluations and treatments for patients post-acute care stay with varying diagnoses including cardiac, orthopedic, TBI/NTBI, SCI, cancer, burn, amputee, and moreAdminister appropriate assessments and analyze findings to create relevant intervention plans and discharge goalsParticipate in weekly interprofessional treatment team conferences to discuss patient progress and discharge dispositions including any equipment or house modification recommendationsProvide education to patients and family members during family training sessionsCollaborate and communicate with COTAs on patient progress as well as interventionsComplete documentation according to facility guidelines in timely manner Show less

Level I Fieldwork Student

• Sep 2020 - Sep 2020

Observed occupational therapy sessions on an inpatient rehabilitation unit.

Polysomnography Technician Trainee

• Nov 2019 - May 2020

Facilitate high pace work environment by receiving and rerouting phone calls, scheduling appointments, preparing patient charts and other clerical duties as neededPerform front desk check in process for outpatients in timely mannerProgram equipment and instruct patients on proper use of at-home sleep study units.Participate in sleep study training in preparation for polysomnography technician exam including; patient hook up, recording and reading a polysomnogram providing patient care during overnight studies, problem solving for home-study patients, and assisting registered technician. Maintain cleanliness of department and sleep study equipment Show less

Level II Fieldwork A

• Jan 2022 - Mar 2022

A full-time, three month experience providing occupational therapy services to high school students facing barriers to educational occupations using a trauma-informed care approach. A full-time, three month experience providing occupational therapy services to high school students facing barriers to educational occupations using a trauma-informed care approach.

Level I Fieldwork

• Oct 2021 - Nov 2021

Observed and collaborated on work day order duties and meetings alongside members who face barriers to occupation including physical or cognitive disabilities and mental illnesses. Observed and collaborated on work day order duties and meetings alongside members who face barriers to occupation including physical or cognitive disabilities and mental illnesses.

Level I Fieldwork

• Jun 2021 - Jun 2021

Observed and participated in equine-assisted therapy sessions for individuals aged four through older adult with a wide range of diagnoses including cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder, developmental disabilities and intellectual disabilities. Observed and participated in equine-assisted therapy sessions for individuals aged four through older adult with a wide range of diagnoses including cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder, developmental disabilities and intellectual disabilities.

Level I Fieldwork

• Mar 2021 - Mar 2021

Observed school-based occupational therapy sessions via telehealth for students in various grade levels throughout the Allentown School District. Observed school-based occupational therapy sessions via telehealth for students in various grade levels throughout the Allentown School District.

Level I Fieldwork

• Oct 2020 - Oct 2020

Observed an after school program for children on the autism spectrum. Observed an after school program for children on the autism spectrum.

Intern

• Jan 2019 - Apr 2019

Observed weekly outpatient pediatric occupational therapy sessions Assist occupational therapist with preparation for and cleanup after session Assist the occupational therapist by engaging with client during daily session. Maintain cleanliness of facility, toys and equipment Case study write up and work log maintenance for class portfolio Observed weekly outpatient pediatric occupational therapy sessions Assist occupational therapist with preparation for and cleanup after session Assist the occupational therapist by engaging with client during daily session. Maintain cleanliness of facility, toys and equipment Case study write up and work log maintenance for class portfolio

Warehouse Associate

• Apr 2014 - Aug 2014

Treat Team Member

• Mar 2013 - Oct 2013

Store Associate

• Aug 2012 - Feb 2013