Theodore J. Hartman

www.linkedin.com/in/hartmantheodore

*** *. ******** **. # ***, Chicago, IL 60607 312-***-**** (c) 312-***-**** (h) actiqt@r.postjobfree.com

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST in Training

Developing care plans and providing skilled OT services in accordance with physician orders

Passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapy (OT) in training seeking a position in acute care, or rehabilitation. Additionally interested in navigating the specialized arena of OT work within a school system, providing particular care to pediatric clients. Prepared to leverage coursework and broad OT fieldwork experience in pursuit of a long-term career in assessing patients and interpreting core evaluations to determine the nature of illness or dysfunction and subsequent delivery of customized care plans based on individual patients’ needs.

Adept at using observations, answers, and remedial history to assess the patient’s condition and needs.

Early experience in shadowing and developing treatment programs in adult/geriatric, TBI and pediatric rehab settings.

Transferable high-level people skills developed from successful roles in retail, event management and as a musician.

Exceptional organizational skills with demonstrated ability of effective personnel management and planning.

Management of OT’s & OTA’s

Staff Hiring/Training

Discretion & Judgment

Treatment Planning/1st Aid/CPR

Family & Caretaker Relationships

Cultural Awareness

HIPAA & Electronic Communication

Excellent Time Management

Regulatory Requirements

Pediatric & Geriatric Care

Budget Development & Oversight

Cost Control

Adaptive Equipment

MMT and ADL

Home Modifications

Education and Certifications

Master’s in Occupational Therapy – (anticipated graduation in May 2016)

Chicago State University, Chicago, IL

Coursework: Gerontology Therapy Pediatric Occupational Therapy Physical Dysfunction I & II Rehabilitation of the Hand Psychopathology Nueroanatomy and Neurophysiology Psychosocial Dysfunction Therapy Program/Group Planning

Bachelor of Arts – Major in Telecommunications (Sales and Management Emphasis) Minor in Music Performance – 2004

Ball State University, Muncie, IN

Professional History

Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Experience Chicago, IL August 2013 – Present

As a requirement of the Master’s in OT program at Chicago State University, undertook three levels of fieldwork assignments with typical populations to be likely encountered in professional engagements. All positions are under the immediate guidance of clinical instructors.

PRE-LEVEL I September 2013 – April 2014 Engaged in supportive initiatives as an introduction to likely working environments as an OT.

Levy Senior Center Developed a free computer education class with a cohort of students for this public center for the elderly and retired in the City of Chicago.

Trinity UCC Daycare Designed and implemented a short learning course geared toward future planning with a cohort of students for typical developing children.

Midwest Brain Injury Clubhouse Assisted staff with daily programs and activities for small groups of individuals who have experienced traumatic brain injury (TBI). Also developed a treatment plan for one individual to assist in money management and shopping strategies.

LEVEL I September 2014 – April 2015 Observed, shadowed and assisted working therapist with daily clientele duties.

Step By Step Care Group Assisted OT with home health early intervention clients ages up to 3 years. Performed childhood evaluations, developed client centered interventions, and documented daily treatment sessions. Typical caseload diagnoses: developmental delay and Down syndrome.

Genesis Rehab (North Chicago) Assisted OT with home health and outpatient OT services primarily tailored towards the elderly. Duties included assisting with new patient evaluations, performing patient assessments/re-evaluations, developing and carrying out daily treatment interventions, and helping to provide documentation for the clinical instructor. Typical caseload diagnoses: stroke, orthopedic injuries, and Parkinson’s disease.

LEVEL II October 2015 – March 2016 Acted as working Occupational Therapist under supervision of Licensed Occupational Therapist by evaluating clients, developing treatment plans, and providing occupational therapy interventions for the site’s clientele.

Human Resources Development Institute Inc., Williams Consent ACT Team Worked as an independent Occupational Therapist with minimal supervision of licensed therapist for six clients with cognitive disabilities to reintegrate into independent community living. Also provided group sessions for all 55 clients served by the Williams Consent ACT Team as well as staff in-services. Typical caseload diagnoses: schizophrenia/schizophreniform, substance abuse, and general anxiety disorders.

John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County (Cook County Hospital)- Worked as independent Occupational Therapist with supervision of licensed therapist for inpatient, acute care OT services primarily. Duties included performing new patient evaluations, patient assessments/re-evaluations, developing and carrying out daily treatment interventions, and helping to provide discharge recommendations. Trained and competent in PowerChart electronic documentation system. Caseload varied widely with different diagnosises but frequently encountered: 2nd/3rd degree burns (ICU), gun shot wounds, MVA trauma/fractures, lower extremity amputation, Stevie Johnson Syndrome, pneumonia, CVA, and spinal stenosis.

Early career history

Agency EA Chicago, IL August 2010 – August 2013

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR/LINE PRODUCER

Oversaw special event project budgets, labor management, and material production management for events ranging up to 5000 guests and budgets from $20K to $100K.

Paige’s Music Indianapolis, IN February 2007 – August 2009

SALES ASSOCIATE

Sold various woodwind, brass, string, and percussion equipment and accessories to students, professionals, and educational institutions.

Living Proof (Indianapolis based band) Indianapolis, IN November 2003 – September 2011

SAXOPHONIST/MUSICIAN – PERFORMER, TEACHER, CLINICIAN, MUSIC MARKETING

Saxophonist and pianist for a popular cover band in Indianapolis, Living Proof, from 2004-2009, that grossed six-figure incomes as a group. Invited as a clinician with Beech Grove, Noblesville, Fishers, and Carmel public school systems in the Indianapolis area. Also worked as a clinician at the collegiate level for Marian College (Indianapolis, IN) and Wilbur Wright College (Chicago, IL).

Performance Tire Service Company Indianapolis, IN January 2005 – January 2007

TIRE TECHNICIAN

Collected variable data on tires for the Bridgestone/Firestone racing department for their Indy Racing League, Indy Pro Series, and Champ Car clients in order to provide proper safety and performance for professional racecar drivers.

Awards and Distinctions

Chicago State University, Merit Scholarship Award Winner – Full Academic Year of 2013 and Fall of 2014

Chicago State University, Graduate Dean’s List – Fall 2013, Summer 2014

Paige’s Music, Top Salesman Award – 2008

Paige’s Music, Yamaha Certified Professional Salesman Certified – 2007

Living Proof Music, Indy Magazine’s Best Cover Band & NUVO Newspaper #3 Best Band in Indy – 2006

Living Proof Music, Opening act for Earth, Wind, and Fire/Chicago US Tour in Indianapolis, IN – 2005

WRTV 6 Indianapolis Leadership Award, Awarded for the PTSC “Off Season Volunteering” Program – 2005

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