Los Angeles Occupational Therapist
Resume:
Ann Shin
Montrose, CA. 91020
Mobile: 213-***-****
*********@*****.***
Objective: to contribute excellent treatment planning and clinical skills as an occupational therapist in various settings and to further develop management and clinical skills
Education
Master of Arts of Occupational Therapy
June 2003-May 2005 University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Occupational Science Minor
August 1997-2003 University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
Work Experience
Director of Rehabilitation/Program Manager
March 2023- Montecito Heights Healthcare and Wellness Centre
September 2022-March 2023 Sparr Heights Estate Senior Living (Assisted Living)
April 2022-September 2022 Monterey Healthcare and Wellness Centre
March 2021-September 2021 College Vista Post Acute
Management of a team of therapists as the director and the primary occupational therapist, working closely with the administrator for program development and establishment, weekly UR meetings with our staff physiatrist and nursing, coordinating care of patients on caseload (on average greater than 30 Med A patients and at lest 10 Med B patients), daily/weekly phone conferences and updates with families, collaboration with other IDT members for baseline/initial/discharge care plan, completion of all home assessments in person or by zoom/FaceTime, Carrying a caseload with productivity of 70% and greater with management and attending all meetings as required by the facility
May 2020-March 2021 York Healthcare and Wellness Centre
Director of a rehabilitation team of 10 therapist/assistant, provide supervision for occupational therapists/physical therapists and assistants in providing therapy services to patients in compliance with the facility’s philosophy and in compliance of CMS, coordinating the policies, objectives and initiatives of the facility in providing quality care, overseeing the performance of the rehabilitation therapy staff in achieving the facility and company’s goal of productivity and efficiency as part of business planning and budget development, establishing and implementing programs for overall accountability in providing quality care to patients, overseeing training of nursing staff and other healthcare staff members, collaborating with IDT members for plan of care, ongoing care, and discharge planning, structuring appropriate concurrent activities in compliance with Covid 19 mitigation plan of the facility, completing and overseeing all staffing needs of the rehabilitation team
July 2012-June 2015 Bonnie Brae Convalescent Hospital/St. John’s Nursing Facility
Assist management set up a rehab program and educate/train staff of facility regarding Medicare guidelines to increase compliance for reimbursements, provide supervision for the rehab team in providing therapy services for Medicare patients, participation in daily stand-up, PPS, IDT, weight variance, RNA meetings to increase ethical practices/compliance while increasing efficiency of providing services, provide occupational therapy services in addition to DOR responsibilities, complete/coordinate in-services for the staff, collaborate with DON, administrator, dietician, and other members of the interdisciplinary team members to provide the utmost client-centered services for all patients.
December 2011-July 2012 Country Villa Los Feliz, Silverlake Los Angeles, CA
Provide supervision for occupational therapists/physical therapists and assistants in providing therapy services to patients, attendance and participation in Managed Care, PPS, and Interdisciplinary meetings to provide ethical and efficient services to patients, supervision and management of PPS and Medicare reimbursement, consultation with families of patients to facilitate positive relationships and facilitate continued care after discharge, collaboration and supervision of Restorative Nursing Program, collaboration with other disciplines for overall management of patient care and reimbursement, planning of in-service/education/training to nursing, development/implementation of programs at the facility, collaboration with the executive director, director of nursing, activities director, and social services director
Geriatric/Skilled Nursing Facility Senior Occupational Therapist
August 21, 2019-Present Fountain View Convalescent Hospital and Briar Oaks on Sunset, Los Angeles, CA.
June 2015-Present Temple Park Convalescent Hospital, Los Angeles, CA
March 2011-2012 Country Villa Los Feliz, Silverlake Los Angeles, CA
December 2010-2012 Hollenbeck Palms, Los Angeles, CA
Work with the geriatric and general adult population of various physical, neurological, and mental disorders impacting their overall functional performance in ADLs and IADLs, including CVA, cardiovascular diseases, respiratory diseases, schizophrenia, dementia/Alzheimer’s, bipolar disorder, depression, neurological/spinal disorders, COPD, chronic pain, orthopedic, and amputations of upper and lower extremities. Prepare care plans, orders, and group programs for the patients tailored to their needs. Consult and collaborate with other team members of the facility and with family/caregivers of patients to help progress the patients’ quality of life and increase their overall independence. Complete necessary screenings, joint mobilities, dining rounds, splint rounds, assessments, and discharges for overall care of patients. Conduct group therapy/concurrent therapy treatment appropriate to patient’s function and overall needs to maximize independence and safety while coordinating care to transition to the least restrictive environment
Home Health Occupational Therapist/Independent Contractor
October 2011-2012 Eco Therapy Group and Pacific Group
Complete home visits with evaluations, follow-up visits and discharges to help clients transition from hospital and/or rehabilitation setting to the home. Provide home exercise program with consultation and recommendation of adaptive equipment, home modifications/accommodations to assist clients achieve greater independence, safety and quality of life at their respective homes.
School-based Pediatric Occupational Therapist
September 2005-March 2011 Los Angeles Unified School District, Los Angeles, CA
Worked with students from Preschool to High School age (21 and a half at special education sites) with various diagnoses, including autism, learning disabilities, mental retardation, emotional disturbances, neurological disorders, physical disabilities, and pervasive developmental delays. Prepared treatment plans focusing on fine motor skills, visual motor skills, sensorimotor skills, and activities of daily living and independent activities of daily living skills, specifically centered in a typical school day. Developed a specially designed program at a special education site to better address the needs of the students, document progress notes, collaborate with teachers, create home programs, consult with parents regarding strategies and progress, participation in assistive technology intake/screening/recommendations based on physical, cognitive, and development issues, developed IEP for each student on caseload, participated in individual educational plan meeting for each student, assessed students’ abilities using the ecological model of student performance and carried out treatments for a full caseload of 50 students.
Early Intervention Occupational Therapist
September 2008-March 2011 Spirit Early Education Programs, Los Angeles, CA.
Worked with children from ages 0-3 with various diagnoses, including autism, mental retardation, neurological disorders, physical disabilities, and pervasive developmental delays. Prepared treatment plans/strategies focusing on fine motor, visual motor, sensorimotor, and motor planning issues. Documented progress notes, collaborate with center staff members, consult with parents regarding strategies to cope with home/community issues, assisted with resources and assistive technology offered to children based on diagnoses, and completed assessments using standardized tests and naturalistic observations.
December 2009-March 2011 OT 4 Kids, Santa Monica, CA.
Worked with children with sensory processing/modulation and/or motor issues at a clinic. Prepared treatment plans/strategies focusing on fine motor, visual motor, sensorimotor, and motor planning issues. Documented weekly treatment notes, and consulted with parents regarding strategies and activities to help further develop their children’s skills.
Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital Occupational Therapist
September 2005-January 2006 St. Mary’s Hospital, Long Beach, CA
Worked as a part of a multidisciplinary team at an adult rehabilitative, inpatient unit with a variety of diagnoses, including CVA, hip replacement, knee replacement, neuropathy, cancer, and back injury. Prepared treatment plans focusing on activity tolerance, range of motion, upper extremity strength, activities of daily living and independent activities of daily living, home evaluation in preparation for patient’s discharge, safety, and energy conservation. Wrote daily progress notes, carried out treatments for a full caseload, conducted assessments, participated in weekly conferences with other medical professionals for collaboration, and recommended continued treatment and placement after leaving the hospital.
December 2005-June 2006 Rehab Alliance, Torrance, CA.
Worked as part of a multidisciplinary team at a geriatric transitional care unit in Torrance to address and meet the therapeutic needs of geriatric patients with a variety of diagnoses, including dementia, CVA, cardiac issues, neuropathy, cancer, and other debilitating diseases. Prepared weekly treatment plans focusing on therapeutic activities/exercises to help increase their overall quality of life and activity tolerance. Worked in one to one and group therapy sessions while maintaining daily progress notes, carried out treatments for a full-day of caseload, conducted assessments, and collaborated with other medical professionals.
Fieldwork Experience
School-based Pediatric Occupational Therapist Intern
January 2005-June 2005 Los Angeles Unified School District, Los Angeles, CA
Worked at a special education school with a variety of diagnoses, including cerebral palsy, mental retardation, autism, and pervasive developmental delays. Prepared treatment plans focusing on fine motor skills, visual motor skills, and sensorimotor skills. Documented daily progress notes, conducted assessments, collaborated with teachers, created home programs, developed individual educational plan for each students, participated in IEP meeting for each student, worked with children with sensory integration issues at a clinic, and carried out treatments for a full caseload.
Inpatient Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist Intern
May 2004-August 2004 St. Mary’s Hospital, Long Beach, CA
Worked as a part of a multidisciplinary team on an adult rehabilitation floor with a variety of diagnoses, including CVA, hip replacement, knee replacement, neuropathy, and back injury. Prepared treatment plans focusing on activity tolerance, range of motion, upper extremity strength, activities of daily living and independent activities of daily living, home evaluation in preparation for patient’s discharge, safety, and energy conservation. Wrote daily progress notes, carried out treatments for a full caseload, conducted assessments, participated in weekly conferences with other medical professionals for collaboration, development of durable medical equipment reference for therapists, and recommended continued treatment and placement after leaving the hospital.
Mental Health Occupational Therapist Intern
March 2004 (Level I – 2 weeks) Veterans Hospital, Los Angeles, CA
Observed and worked with US veterans with various mental disorders in collaboration with occupational therapists with an emphasis in mental health and developed and led group activities for veterans on site under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.
Acute Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist Intern
November 2003 (Level I – 1 week) Cedar Sinai Hospital, Los Angeles, CA
Observed inpatient and outpatient therapy units. Helped carry out treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.
Licensure and Certification
California License 8395
September 2005-present
CPR Certification for Healthcare Professionals and Providers
August 2005-present
Assistive Technology Applications Certificate Program
February 2008
AOTA member
Computer-based Programs
Rehab Optima
Casamba
Point Click Care
Vision
Welligent
Language
Korean
Elementary Spanish
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