Occupational Therapist

ERIN FARRELL HEYL, OTR

Newton, MA 617-***-**** *********@*****.*** NBCOT # 449628

EDUCATION

Worcester State University – Worcester, MA December 2020

Master of Occupational Therapy (Graduate GPA: 3.97)

Northeastern University – Boston, MA May 2014

Bachelor of Science in Sociology, Cum Laude; Minors: Psychology and Urban Studies

FIELDWORK LEVEL II

Spaulding Hospital for Continued Care – Cambridge, MA Sep–Dec 2020

Level II Fieldwork Student (Long-term acute care hospital)

· Managed a full caseload of 6 medically complex patients daily under CI supervision in a fast-paced acute setting

· Provided evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning for patients in the cardiac/pulmonary unit with a wide range of diagnoses, including lung transplant, COVID-19, LVAD, s/p CABG, TBI, and SCI, many requiring mechanical ventilator support

· Planned and implemented client-centered, occupation-based treatment sessions to help patients achieve their goals and increase independence with self-care ADLs/IADLs, mobility; Educated patients on adaptive equipment, energy conservation

· Trained caregivers/family members in safe transfers and level of support needed in home environment

Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller Mental Health Ctr - Boston, MA Jan-Mar 2020

Level II Fieldwork Student (Inpatient forensic psychiatric hospital)

· Participated in interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans for clients with variety of diagnoses

· Completed cognitive, occupation-based, and physical assessments to inform individualized treatment plans

· Planned and implemented daily OT groups (with a focus on psychoeducation, coping skills, sensory exploration, wellness)

· Developed evidence-based life skills group curriculum including modules on self-management and community reintegration

FIELDWORK LEVEL I

Tufts Medical Center – Boston, MA Inpatient Psychiatry Fall 2017

Beth Israel Deaconess Med. Ctr – Boston, MA Outpt Hands Spring 2018

Benchmark Senior Living – Shrewsbury, MA Assisted Living Fall 2018

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Jump Start Physical Therapy – Newton, MA Sep 2016 – June 2017

Front Desk Specialist/Rehab Aide

· Managed front desk including copays, obtaining insurance information, referrals/authorizations, and scheduling

· Assisted physical therapists with treating patients of wide range of diagnoses and ages; took patients through exercises, etc.

House of Peace and Education, Inc. – Gardner, MA Oct 2014 – June 2015

Teen HOPE Program Coordinator

· Coordinated tutoring/mentoring program for at-risk teens (grade 6-8) with academic, social and behavioral difficulties

· Managed and led volunteers by directing tasks and assigning mentor groups based on specific student needs

MEMBERSHIPS AND CERTIFICATIONS

· NBCOT Certification # 449628 February 2021

· Massachusetts Board of Allied Health Professionals OT License pending March 2021 (expected)

· American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Certified 2017 – present

SKILLS AND INTERESTS

· Computer: EPIC Systems; MediTech; Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); Mac and PC operating systems

· Strong oral and written communication with variety of medical staff, clients, and caregivers; Self-directed learner; Qualitative/ quantitative research to utilize evidence-based practice; Experience providing compassionate, client-centered care for clients in acute hospital/rehabilitation settings; Recommendations for AE, DME, home environment modifications

REFERENCES Available upon request.

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