Occupational therapist in inpatient rehabilitation unit; also as needed in orthopedic, cardiac intermediate careand neurological ICU Patient population seen: adult CVA, orthopedic, cardiac, brain injury and general debility. Complete evaluations and implement treatment plans according to level of function and precautions. Educate patients and families in home safety, biomechanics and functional transfer training. Collaborate with case managers, physiatrists, physical therapists, speech therapists and nurses. Participated in clinical ladder program up to Level 2; preceptor to per diem staff. Clinical instructor to Level 1 and Level 2 OT master-level students. Initiated and implemented independent living skills group for high-level patients.

Occupational therapist in inpatient rehabilitation facility. Patient population seen: adult neurological, orthopedic, pain disorders, cardiac and brain injury. Complete evaluations and implement treatment plans according to level of function and precautions. Educate patients and families in home safety, biomechanics and functional transfer training. Complete home evaluations for increasing accessibility and safety at home. Complete vision screenings for CVA patients; collaborate with optometrist. Collaborate with case managers, physiatrists, physical therapists, speech therapists and nurses.