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New York, Ny, Us

- Facilitate daily discussions regarding patient functional progress and safe discharge planning with family members, social workers, nurses, and medical equipment vendors. - Responsible for evaluating and treating 8 acute care service and 4 inpatient rehabilitation patients with various orthopedic, neurological, and oncological-related illnesses.- Present weekly updates to the medical team regarding patient status, barriers to discharge, and changes to treatment planning.

- Co-developed treatment plans with physical therapists to address various physical ailments impacting the functional status of long-term and short-term rehabilitation residents. - Ensured patients received the appropriate amount of billable therapy units based on Medicare/Medicaid and private insurance regulations.

Washington, Dc, Us

- ICU-certified therapist adept at treating and mobilizing medically complicated patients on ventilators, ECMO, CVVH, and EVD.- Complete thorough evaluations of 5-6 acute care patients daily, to develop treatment plans that promote safety and independence with ADL/IADLs. - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams consisting of physicians, nurses, social workers, and physical therapists to determine the appropriate discharge plan and therapeutic needs for patients. - Selected to be an Orientation Counselor that is responsible for orienting new graduate and experienced Occupational Therapists to hospital policies and procedures.

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

- Managed a caseload of 3-5 SCI patients daily for morning ADL sessions, treatment sessions in the gym, and evaluations involving a variety of standardized assessments.- Actively participated in CARE team meetings with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, case managers, and other interdisciplinary team members to provide updates on patient progress and discharge plan.- Initiated the Mobile Wheelchair Crossfit Program to provide individuals in wheelchairs with a means to participate in high-intensity physical activity.

Kernersville, North Carolina, Us

- Provided evaluations and treatment sessions to 5-6 patients daily with various upper extremity diagnoses such as carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, and several other musculoskeletal and neurological ailments.- Facilitated treatment sessions based on myofascial release, manual therapy, sensory integration, and adaptive equipment training.- Completed ongoing education and research regarding evidence-based mobilization protocols.

Winston-Salem, Nc, Us

- Hosted tutoring sessions 1-2 times a week for other OT student in neuroanatomy and musculoskeletal courses- Worked with professors to assist students with identifying structures in cadaver anatomy lab at the Wake Forest Medical School labs

Charlotte, Nc, Us

- Provided therapeutic support for 10- 15 patients on the ICU, cardiac unit, stroke unit, and oncology unit within an acute care setting.- Engaged in various administrative duties as directed by PT, PTA, OTR/L, COTA, and SLP staff.- Assisted in wound debridement and wound vac placement for acute care patients.

Winston-Salem, Nc, Us

- Worked with the Director of Ambulatory Nursing to analyze the implications of expanding and developing new clinics in the Forsyth County market - Participated in meetings and seminars with interdisciplinary teams consisting of physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel relating to daily nursing and clinical operations - Researched Joint Commission policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance in hospital-based clinics

Winston-Salem, Nc, Us

- Observe the evaluation and treatment of children and young adults with medical and/or developmental disabilities- Assist in recording measurements and documenting the therapy session for the patients- Responsible for setting up equipment and cleaning equipment for each therapy session- Hands- on experience within a clinical setting

Winston-Salem, Nc, Us

- Provided classroom tutoring sessions 1-2 times a week for OT students in neuroanatomy and musculoskeletal courses- Collaborated with professors to assist students with identifying structures in cadaver anatomy lab at the Wake Forest Medical School labs

Winston-Salem, Nc, Us

- Provide a clean, safe and friendly workout environment for students- Provide information regarding any questions about a particular workout machine or exercise- Responsible for answering phone calls regarding gym schedule, fitness class schedules, and prices for memberships- Instruct an exercise class for beginners who are not comfortable within a gym setting- Developed a curriculum that was used to aid in teaching students how to properly use workout equipment

Winston-Salem, Nc, Us

- Activity designer and leader for high school students who are interested in business, medicine, law, leadership, technology, and sports marketing- Fulfilled role as an ambassador for Wake Forest by speaking to prospective students about college and by providing campus tours- Provide logistical and administrative support for program such as organizing field trips and filing student records- Worked as social media manager, used social media to connect to the students and parents through facebook, instagram, twitter, and snapchat

Charlotte, Nc, Us

- Accepted into OrthoCarolina’s youth internship program- Participated in weekly hands on activities with various physical therapists associated with OrthoCarolina- Attended lectures and workshops presented by doctors that represented several different orthopedic fields

Graduate, Master Of Science In Occupational Therapy

Health And Exercise Science/ Anthropology/ Health Policy And Administration

Exercise Physiology/Anthropology

High School