Medical Home Health
Resume:
Linda A. Doerschuk, OTR/L
Honolulu, HI 96819
***********@*********.***
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy, December 2009
Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio
Bachelor of Science in Health Science, May 2007
Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio
Clinical Experience
Occupational Therapist for O’Neill Healthcare Lakewood: February 2010- February 2015
• Evaluate and treat patients with a variety of medical and cognitive conditions
• Work collaboratively with other team members to maximize patient care
• Manage paperwork and productivity requirements
Level II Practicum: September 2009-December 2009
United Cerebral Palsy
• Planned and implemented treatment sessions for children with a variety of physical and
cognitive disabilities
• Collaborated and co-treated with speech and physical therapy
Level II Practicum: June 2009-September 2009
Puget Sound Health Care System – Seattle Division
• Completed evaluations for clients with orthopedic, neurologic and cognitive deficits
• Issued home safety and ADL equipment based on evaluation and treatment goals
• Managed all documentation and productivity goals for entry-level therapist
Level I Practicum: February 2009-April 2009
Center Ridge Health Campus
• Completed evaluations for clients upon entry to skilled nursing unit
• Collaborated with supervisor in establishing treatment sessions for clients with
orthopedic, neurologic and cognitive deficits
• Created adaptive equipment to enhance client’s skills in areas of activities of daily living
such as standing balance and activity tolerance
Level I Practicum: September 2008-November 2008
MetroHealth Medical Center, Work Hardening/Work Conditioning
• Assisted individuals in attaining their goals of returning to work, conditioning for work,
or returning to previous functional abilities
• Assessed ROM, grip strength and cognition of individuals with a variety of medical
conditions
Service Learning: September 2007-November 2007
Joseph’s Home: Homeless Men’s Shelter
• Interviewed residents to ascertain needs that were not currently being met by the
resources available at the facility
• Provided education and opportunities for residents to fulfill unmet needs
Service Learning: City Mission February 2008-April 2008
Children’s Afterschool Program
• Designed and implemented an eight session program exploring craft activities not
currently available at the center
• Interviewed children as to what activities they would enjoy
Volunteered in Health Career Camp: April 2009
Cleveland Clinic and Youth Opportunities Unlimited
• Engaged minority students in conversations about careers in occupational therapy
• Answered questions related to entrance requirements for occupational therapy program
Career-Related Experience
Medical Transcription: March 2001-September 2002
• Provided receptionist duties and transcription services for cardiac office
• Furnished transcription services (at home) for general medical office
Home Health Aid: October 1995-March 1998 & 2007
• Worked in clients’ homes assisting with activities of daily living and implementing OT
plan of care
• Performed additional duties such as cooking, cleaning, shopping and pet care
• Provided services as a personal care attendant assisting with bathing, dressing and
housework
Aerobics Instructor: 1990-2003(intermittent years)
• Implemented and taught low-impact aerobic classes to adults in the gym and in the pool
• Created fitness routines to accommodate a variety of fitness levels
United States Military-Army: August 1980-August 1983
• Demonstrated creativity during marching shows and performances
• Trained in first aid techniques
Professional Organizations
• NBCOT #270302
• Ohio License #007533
• Hawaii License #1436
• Certified Tai Chi for Arthritis Instructor 2012 - Current
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