HOLLY

SEESHOLTZ

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210-***-****

San Antonio, TX 78248

Caring Occupational Therapist with versatility in adapting to diverse needs of clients, developing targeted treatment plans to support individual needs. Well-trained occupational therapist with 28 years of experience building personal confidence among clients suffering from varying disorders and social impairments. Systematic rehabilitation specialist with deliberate planning and thoughtful organization, developing benchmarks for individuals in occupational therapeutic environments.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Christus Children's - Occupational Therapist

San Antonio, TX • 01/1997 - Current

U. S. Army Occupational Therapy Assistant Program - Occupational Therapist

Fort Sam Houston, Texas • 01/1998 - 12/2005

WORK HISTORY

Treated patients in a variety of settings: Inpt/Outpt OT, Pediatric/Adult Rehabilitation, Pedi/Adult hand therapy and currently NICU

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Treated complex Pediatric conditions including infants on ECMO, Jet ventilators, Cardiac, Congenital anomolies, short gut, ISAM, hand injuries, and hand malformations

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Provide oral care, taste, breast feeding, bottle feeding, solids etc. at the patients ability.

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Work closely with Rehab team, NICU therapist, MD, SW, Case Manager to meet the needs of the patient for discharge.

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Assist ST in Modified Barium swallow studies to determine the safest consistency a patient can consume.

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Contributed to research projects aimed at assessing po feeding readiness and scoring of infants post feed in the NICU to determine outcomes of Infant Guided Feeding Protocol.

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Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.

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Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients and families.

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Adjunct faculty teaching the pediatric didactic portion of the COTA program 3-4 times/year.

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Taught the following courses: Pediatric Conditions, Pediatric Evaluation Techniques, OT treatment protocols, Child Development, and OT in the School.

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Brought in children for the students to observe the evaluation of the HELP, and Peabody Assessment.

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• Educated students on all the common Pediatric Conditions

• Taught treatment strategies for various conditions. Mentored occupational therapy students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development.

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SKILLS

• Neuromuscular Rehabilitation

• Gross Motor Coordination

• Visual Perception Training

• Fine Motor Coordination

• Feeding Therapy

• Motor Skills Development

• Early Intervention Techniques

• Family and Patient Education

• Adaptive Equipment Use

• Workflow Planning

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Texas Women's University

Denton, TX • 05/1995

Master of Science: Occupational

Therapy

University of Texas At San Antonio

San Antonio, TX • 05/1992

Bachelor of Science: Biology

EDUCATION

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Neonatal Therapist

from 2019-2024

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Neonatal Touch and Massage

Certification 2019-2023

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Neuromuscular Electrical

Stimulation Certified (Vital

Stimulation)

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• Licensed Occupational Therapist

Neurodevelopmental

Treatment/Bobath 8-week course

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in the treatment of children with

Cerebral Palsy Certification

June-Aug 1998

U.S. Army Reserves - Occupational Therapist

San Antonio, TX • 07/1984 - 10/2005

River City Christian School - Occupational Therapist San Antonio, TX • 08/2004 - 05/2005

Taught students how to determine premature infants chronological and adjusted age up to 2 years.

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On Drill Weekends functioned as the Weight Control Officer of the 5501st USAH. Weighed and taped soldiers on the WCP. Counseled soldiers over the Army standard, provided dietary counseling with the dietician. Provided monthly F/U, and counseling.

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Worked at the ISR Burn unit to provide wound care to ICU patients. Attended surgeries to splint post op.

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Provided hand therapy to improve patient's ability to use hands and arms after injury or surgery.

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Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.

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Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.

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Developed customized hand splints and home exercise programs, enabling patients to maintain progress outside of therapy sessions.

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Treated children from K-12 with learning disabilities, trisomy 21, and other congenital anomalies.

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Focused on improving their impairments of cognition, fine/gross motor skills to neurological impairments.

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Coordinated with other disciplines, held case conferences/ARD's to insure 100% support for each child.

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Strengthened parent involvement in therapy sessions by offering education on techniques to support their child''s development at home.

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Reduced classroom barriers for students with disabilities by collaborating with teachers to modify materials or implement accommodations.

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Developed a strong rapport with clients, fostering a positive therapeutic environment conducive to growth and progress in treatment objectives.

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Facilitated successful transition of clients from therapy services into community programs or extracurricular activities by connecting families with relevant resources and supports.

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