Abigail Gilmore Email & Phone Number

Greater Philadelphia Area

• Evaluate and implement evidence-based interventions for patients 0-21 years, diagnoses including TBI/Concussion, ABI, AMPS, Cancer, SCI, CP, low vision, limb difference, etc. • Perform, interpret and develop appropriate intervention plans based on results from standardized assessments, including PDMS-2, Beery VMI, BOT-2, TOMAL-2, MVPT-4, TVPS, etc.• Serve as a Clinical Instructor for Level I and II fieldwork students• Co-supervise Nemours Summer University Research Intern• Maintain CITI training for human subject research in biomedical science• serve as primary OT for pilot project to provide Telehealth to patients with reduced access to rehab services• Identify areas for program improvement and develop reliable methods to maximize quality of care • Collect and analyze outcome data in order to set goals and make meaningful improvements in patient care• Develop clinical mentorship pathways and diagnostic-specific advanced competencies • Design and develop interdisciplinary, virtual education modules, as well as clinical skill-checks, to maximize patient safety and rehab outcomes

Greater Philadelphia Area

• Participated in department specific training in Acute Care, Inpatient Rehabilitation, and Outpatient Therapy • Achieved clinical competencies and practiced independently in split position across all 3 levels of care• Demonstrated flexibility, transitioning between departments within single days or weeks• Collaborated with inter-professional teams, including therapists, physicians, nurses, social workers, psychologists, teachers, and child life specialists, to manage the evolving patient needs at each level of care• Sought mentorship in advanced practice skills, including splinting and ICU early mobilization• Completed additional, advanced practice competency in Concussion

Greater Philadelphia Area

Per Diem Occupational Therapist, Inpatient Rehabilitation (June 2016 - Present)• Complete comprehensive medical chart reviews for full caseload of novel patients with diagnoses including but not limited to TBI/ABI, CVA, whole organ transplant, SCI, MS, GBS, and Cancer• Plan and execute treatments in line with interdisciplinary plans of care determined by primary therapists• Complete initial evaluations, which include the administration and interpretation of standardized assessments, clinical observations, and development of plan of care, short term, and long term goals Occupational Therapist, Acute Care and Inpatient Rehabilitation (October 2015-June 2016)• Managed weekly split position between the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and The Penn Institute for Rehab Medicine • Prioritized daily acute care caseload, serving 7-9 patients across varied populations including oncology, neurology and neurosurgery, gastro-intestinal surgery, vascular surgery, and liver and kidney transplant• Completed comprehensive and standardized evaluations in both acute and inpatient rehabilitative stages of the continuum of care• Developed, implemented and graded treatment plans for patients recovering from severe illness and injury at the acute rehabilitation level including CVA, whole organ transplant, SCI, MS, etc.• Engaged in interdisciplinary continuing education in-services, grand rounds, and coursework

Greater Philadelphia Area

I assisted faculty with data entry, performed statistical analysis, and contributed to professional research posters and presentations. I conducted literature searches and completed full Critically Appraised Topic (CAT) reviews. I toured and hosted prospective students for the Entry Level Masters Program in Occupational Therapy.

Allentown, Pennsylvania Area

I conducted daily interviews of prospective student's and lead bi-weekly, hourly information sessions for prospective students and their families. I read, reviewed, and presented applications for admission from prospective students, ranging from 50 to 100 applications evaluated per week. I co-managed the Campus Delegate Program, overseeing the training and daily supervision of approximately 30 undergraduate volunteers who hosted day and over-night prospective student visitors.

Allentown, Pennsylvania Area

I attended weekly classes to assist with lectures and to facilitate group collaboration. I independently planned lessons and ran weekly workshops for students, consisting of review quizes, and hands-on learning activities. I held a total of 6 drop-in office hours per week and additional pre-scheduled private tutoring sessions for students.

Allentown, Pennsylvania Area

I was responsible for welcoming visiting families and students, managing the front desk, making appointments and schedules, conducting campus tours, and completing filing and organizing as needed.

Newark, De

I co-led a full-day classroom of 3 to 4 year olds (ranging from 12-18 children per day). I organized and managed the daily schedule, including meal times, free play, art, science, and music. I ran daily circle time and developed educational and creative activities surrounding weekly themes. I facilitated the development of children's academic and social skills for the upcoming year of preschool.

Master'S Degree, Occupational Therapy/Therapist

Activities and Societies: Alpha Eta National Honors Society for Health Professionals, Graduate Assistant in the Department of Occupational.

Bachelor Of Arts, Psychology And Spanish

Activities and Societies: Phi Beta Kappa Academic Honor Society for Excellence in the Liberal Arts and Sciences, Omicron Delta Kappa.

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