Registered Occupational Therapist (Full Time) GS12 Resume Example
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SherriStephenson
Professional Summary
Motivated Occupational Therapist with in depth knowledge providing in-home services under the Home Based Primary Care model of care. Skilled at working with clients that have acute and multiple chronic illnesses to assess the correct treatment approach in order to allow the client to thrive at their maximal level of function.
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Work History
08/2021 - CurrentRegistered Occupational Therapist (Full Time) | Custom Commodities - Argillite , KY
- Perform assessments , write goals and provide treatment for sub acute and long term care residents in order to progress residents to the highest level of activities of daily living ability
- Perform assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Meticulously reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.
- Recommend equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
10/2010 - 07/2021Registered Occupational Therapist (Full Time) GS12 | Syracuse Department Of Veteran Affairs - City , STATE
- 10 year HBPC experience providing in-home safety evaluations , standardized rehabilitation assessments , manual and power wheelchair evaluations to veterans with complex medical issues to enhance or maintain current functional level in order to promote aging in place
- Evaluate veterans level of independence in Activities of daily living in order to provide intervention through training on durable medical equipment, modification of approach, ongoing treatment or environmental adaptation through the Home improvement and Structural Alterations (HISA) grant process
- Evaluate need for and provide equipment and training on upper extremity orthosis
- Evaluate for needs in the area of home access including stair glides , ramps and vertical platform lifts
- Evaluate veterans needs in the area of transfers including electric floor and ceiling lifts as well as sit to stand lifts
- Provide ongoing training with veterans and families in the area of home safety and fall prevention
- Participate in Fall Committee Program to help remediate falls within the HBPC community
- Participate in weekly treatment team meetings focusing on HBPC veterans needs and abilities
- Interact daily with interdisciplinary team to assure veterans needs are addressed in a timely manor from an integrative perspective
- Schedule visits . Complete concise and timely documentation reflecting veterans ability , needs and goals.
01/2018 - CurrentRegistered Occupational Therapist-Per Diem 8 Hr Mo | Sunset Nursing And Rehabilitation Center - City , STATE
- Work per diem about 8 hours a month as part of a interdisciplinary team to establish collaborative goals in order to restore residents functional ability
- Provided rehabilitative occupational therapy services including standardized assessments, treatment planning and implementation, consultation , equipment prescription and education of patients and caregivers to facilitate the patients return to their home environment
- Supervisory responsibility of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant while on site
04/2009 - 10/2010Registered Occupational Therapist (Full Time) | Oneida County BOCES - City , STATE
- Screened, evaluated and treated students identified with disabilities that prevent them accessing the curriculum in the classroom
- Provided exit planning strategies as needed for parents and students
- Completed concise,thorough written documentation in a timely manor
- Collaborated regularly with teachers, parents and ancillary disciplines to ensure carry-over of important compensatory strategies
- Developed and presented several in-services to teachers , peers and parents in the area of sensory integration, hand writing and fine motor development
- Provided clinical supervision of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and Occupational Therapy Students
- Served as an independent evaluator for Sensory Integration issues as part of a specialized team
07/1997 - 02/2009Registered Occupational Therapist -Full Time/Per Diem | Jordan Hospital - City , STATE
- Worked Independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary rehabilitative team full time and per diem about 8 hours a month to develop treatment plans directed toward achieving maximal level of functioning once discharged home
- Provide Occupational therapy services including assessment , treatment planning, implementation, program planning, consultation, equipment prescription, education of patients and caregivers
- Promoted functional independence and enabled the patient to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes and return to the home environment safely
- Coordinated and supervised Occupational Therapy Assistants
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement a total shoulder replacement protocol for Acute care patients
- Presented monthly training sessions for patients and caregivers on expectations and outcomes in the area of total joint replacements
Education
12/1995Utica College, City, StateBachelor of Science: Occupational Therapy
- Awarded Amy Demille Award for Outstanding Senior 1995
- Graduated cum laude
- Graduated with 3.8 GPA
Certifications
National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy #917819
Licensed New York State Occupational Therapist #007435
Sensory Integration Certification #7632
Assistive Technology Professional RESNA #ATP89709
CPR Certified AHA
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School Attended
- Utica College
Job Titles Held:
- Registered Occupational Therapist (Full Time)
- Registered Occupational Therapist (Full Time) GS12
- Registered Occupational Therapist-Per Diem 8 Hr Mo
- Registered Occupational Therapist (Full Time)
- Registered Occupational Therapist -Full Time/Per Diem
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science : Occupational Therapy
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