Occupational Therapy Therapist

DR. RASHI DATTA PARYANI, OTD

**** ***** ****** ***, ******* NC 27614

**********@*****.***

Objective: Seeking a role in occupational therapy that capitalizes on my extensive experience and demonstrated leadership capabilities. With a proven history of clinical excellence and effective team coordination, I look forward to supporting the growth and success of a dynamic healthcare organization.

Education

University of Saint Augustine St. Augustine, FL 05/2008 – 12/2011

Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)

New York Institute of Technology Old Westbury, NY 09/2005 – 05/2007

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

Received 2007 Occupational Therapy Research Award

New York Institute of Technology Old Westbury, NY 09/2001 – 09/2005

Bachelor of Science – Health Sciences

Work

Experience

University of Kentucky Medical Center Lexington, KY 07/2014 – 06/2017

Occupational Therapist: Neurosurgery and Cardiac Critical Care

Conduct thorough assessments of patients with neurological disorders and cardiac conditions

Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary team to devise evidence-based therapeutic interventions to optimize functional independence, manage pain, and enhance quality of life

Experienced with extremely complex patients including those with strokes, traumatic brain injury, those on ventilators and extracorporeal mechanical oxygenation devices (ECMO), and those with left ventricular assist devices (LVAD)

Utilize advanced knowledge of neuroplasticity and cardiac rehabilitation principles to expedite recovery and mitigate potential complications

Northwell Health Manhasset, NY 01/2013 – 03/2014

Long Island Jewish Medical Center

Occupational Therapist: Neurosurgery and Trauma

Apply advanced techniques to address neurosurgical patients’ complex needs including motor deficits, sensory impairments, and cognitive changes

Implement task-specific training, cognitive retraining, adaptive strategies to facilitate neural reorganization and recovery

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance care coordination, ensuring consistent progress tracking, and seamless transition through the continuum of care.

New York Institute of Technology Old Westbury, NY 09/2012 – 08/2013

Adjunct Professor: Occupational therapy (OT) Master’s Degree Graduate level course

Deliver comprehensive lectures on human growth and development to advanced OT students

Foster proficiency for students in preparation for national board certifications and examinations

Central Island Healthcare Plainview, NY 02/2009 – 01/2013

Lead Occupational Therapist: Rehabilitation Medicine Department

Provided regular clinical supervision, offering guidance and feedback to therapists and students to promote their growth and development

Successfully balancing high-quality patient care with administrative duties including conducting performance reviews, making schedules, and assigning caseloads to optimize organizational efficiency

Provided guidance and support in complex cases, fostering a collaborative environment

Elmhurst Hospital Center Elmhurst, NY 07/2008 – 09/2009

Occupational Therapist: Rehabilitation Medicine

Evaluate patients with myriad medical conditions, applying evidence-based interventions to enhance autonomy and quality of life.

Provide counsel on adaptive strategies, home exercises, and durable medical equipment / assistive device utilization for effective community reintegration.

Bellevue Hospital Center New York, NY 07/2007 – 01/2008

Occupational Therapist: Rehabilitation Medicine

Assess and manage patients with traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, address diverse orthopedic diagnoses, devise and execute targeted therapeutic interventions

Collaborate within interdisciplinary teams to ensure successful patient outcomes and seamless transitions.

Kassimir Hand Therapy Huntington, NY 01/2007 – 03/2007

Occupational Therapy/ Hand Therapy Intern: Specialty Fieldwork in private clinic

Administered initial assessments and evaluations on patients with upper extremity injuries.

Assisted experienced practitioners in evaluating patients and developed deep fund of knowledge in applying diverse therapeutic modalities (electrical stimulation, ultrasound, neuromuscular re-education, tissue mobilization, edema control techniques, dynamic and static splinting)

Fabricated dynamic and static upper extremity splints on a daily basis

Professional

Skills

Proficient in MDS/PPS Medicare billing, coding, and reimbursement

Strong teaching and leadership background in a graduate-level institution

Administrative duties and staff scheduling/management

Manual therapy, tissue massage, and manipulation

Expertise in orthotics, prosthetics, and mobility aids

Proficient in standardized assessments for range of motion, sensory integrity, and neuromuscular skills

Skilled in neuromuscular electrical stimulation and ultrasound modalities

Professional

Affiliations

American Occupational Therapy Association

New York State Occupational Therapy Association

North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy

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