Experience

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  Sport and family physical therapy

  May 2019 - May 2020

  Physical therapy aide

  •Scheduled patient appointments and assisted therapists and office staff with prioritizing and organizing caseloads•Set up treatment areas for patients receiving Physical Agent Modalities and equipment for exercise completion according to patient’s treatment plan •Monitored patient’s performance in various exercises through modeling proper body mechanics

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  Howard county public schools

  Jan 2021 - Mar 2021

  Occupational therapy intern

  •Evaluated and implemented treatment plans for children ages 3-13 in a hybrid environment during a pandemic•Treated 4-5 children per day and managed an entry-level OT caseload •Accurately documented student progress in treatment notes, Individualized Education Plans, and quarterly reports using Tienet and Compuclaim •Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with multidisciplinary personnel in the decision-making process

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  Gbmc healthcare

  Mar 2021 - Jun 2021

  Occupational therapy intern

  •Evaluated and treated five patients daily with various physical dysfunction, deconditioning, and neurological conditions•Accurately documented patient evaluations, goals, and treatment progress using EPIC Documentation system in preparation for appropriate discharge recommendation •Worked collaboratively with nurses, physical and speech therapists, and physicians regarding patient performance and condition

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  University of maryland st. joseph medical center

  Sept 2021 - Nov 2023

  Occupational therapist

  Experienced in performing thorough evaluations to assess patients’ physical, cognitive, perceptual, and psychosocial functioning in the acute care setting Proficient in utilizing standardized assessment tools and clinical observations to identify deficits and establish baseline function Skilled in developing patient-centered treatment plans tailored to each individual’s goals, needs and condition Competent in delivering a wide range of therapeutic interventions to address deficits and facilitate recovery and independence Effective communicator and collaborator with health care team and active participant in patient rounds to facilitate safe discharge Skilled in providing education to patients and their families regarding adaptive techniques, energy conservation, safety procedure, and community resources to support transition back to community Proficient in maintaining accurate and thorough documentation of evaluations and progress notes using Epic DocumentationMember of both the Critical Care Committee and Safety Committee Show less

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  Howard county public schools

  Oct 2022 - Jul 2024

  Occupational therapist

  Provide comprehensive occupational therapy services to children ages 3-5 with diverse developmental needs in a collaborative team-based environmentConduct assessments and screenings to evaluate children's sensory processing, motor skills, self-care abilities, and social-emotional development, utilizing a variety of assessment tools and clinical observationsDevelop and implement individualized treatment plans and therapeutic interventions to address identified areas of need, focusing on promoting independence, participation, and success in the classroom and daily activitiesCollaborate closely with educators, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, and other professionals to integrate therapy goals into the child's educational and developmental plansProvide ongoing consultation and support to families and caregivers, offering strategies and resources to facilitate carryover of therapy goals and promote skill development in natural environmentsParticipated in Individualized Education Program meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings to review student progress, set goals, and ensure alignment of therapy services with educational objectives Show less

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  University of maryland rehabilitation and orthopedic institute

  Jul 2024 - now

  Occupational therapist