Occupational Therapist
Resume:
Meredith Crisp
Occupational Therapist
N Fort Myers, FL 33917
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To acquire a remote position that will allow me to utilize my advanced skills as a licensed and certified Occupational Therapist to contribute to a collaborative team model working towards a common goal of helping others achieve their personal health goals by maximizing their independence in daily occupations.
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Occupational Therapist
Lee County School District - Fort Myers, FL
August 2018 to Present
Responsibilities
• Collaborate with lead therapist on departmental trainings and presentations.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, students, administration, and other direct and related service providers throughout the school year and during IEP meetings regarding student progress, updating Individualized Education Plans and goals per student demonstrated progress.
• Training and coaching new therapists via the APPLES mentoring program. Consistent communication, collaboration, modeling of professional responsibilities and procedures, formal and informal assessment of therapist performance and goal setting for areas in need of further development.
• Direct service with students with various exceptionalities via formal and informal assessment measures, communication and collaboration with case managers, teachers, service providers, caregivers. Documentation organization and reporting to ensure understanding by all team members and in compliance with appropriate billing and goal tracking. Occupational Therapist
Department of Veterans Affairs - Cape Coral, FL
August 2016 to August 2018
Completed complex Occupational Therapy Functional Assessments and developed Individualized treatment plans for veterans experiencing deficits due to Cognitive impairments, orthopedic conditions. Completed home assessments for appropriate adaptive equipment, durable medical equipment, wheelchair assessment (custom power and manual wheelchairs), to determine the need for caregiver support, etc.
Occupational Therapist
Lee County School District - Fort Myers, FL
March 2014 to June 2016
Responsibilities
• Complete Occupational Therapy Functional Assessments to assess student ability to access the educational environment
• Establish student Plan of Care to support student's Individualized Education Plan
• Collaborate with teachers, administration, and other direct and related service providers throughout the school year and during IEP
• Professional and timely documentation on student progress. Occupational Therapist- Inpatient Rehabilitation
Fawcett Memorial Hospital Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit - Port Charlotte, FL June 2014 to 2016
Port Charlotte, FL
Occupational Therapist- Inpatient Rehabilitation
• Perform initial evaluations including facility-approved evaluation measures and standardized techniques: dynamometer, FROM, 9-hole peg test, Functional Independence Measure, Goniometry.
• Collaborate with clients to prioritize goals for treatment and organized and facilitated client-centered interventions.
• Complete community outings and establish home exercise programs.
• Attended FIM certification training, Posey alarm training, and seating and positioning seminar.
• Transdisciplinary collaboration and contribution to weekly client care conferences. Graduate Assistant
Florida Gulf Coast University Office of Student Involvement - Fort Myers, FL August 2012 to December 2012
Assisted in organizing and updating Office of Student Involvement Manual with emphasis on Registered Student Organizations.
• Conducted Registered Student Organizations trainings and assisted with Office of Student Involvement campus events.
• Collaborated with and assisted student leaders in the successful initiation of new and maintenance of existing student organizations.
• Aided in the creation and launch of "Eagle Link" website. Shift Supervisor
Florida Gulf Coast University Office of Campus Reservations - Fort Myers, FL July 2011 to July 2012
Set up and break down for all on-campus events. Directing visitors and students on campus to necessary locations at the information desk in the student union building.
• Assisted in staff scheduling, event organization tasks, and staff development meetings. Education
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
Florida Gulf Coast University - Fort Myers, FL
May 2013
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
University of Florida - Gainesville, FL
December 2009
Skills
• Hospital Experience (4 years)
• Autism Experience (8 years)
• Behavior Management (8 years)
• Epic (Less than 1 year)
• Special Education (8 years)
• EMR Systems (8 years)
• Developmental Disabilities Experience (8 years)
• Medical Terminology (9 years)
• Tutoring
• Experience with Children
• Program Development
• Functional Assessments (8 years)
• Care plans (8 years)
• Individual / Group Counseling
• Teaching
• Group Therapy
Languages
• Spanish - Intermediate
Certifications and Licenses
Occupational Therapy
September 2013 to Present
Occupational Therapy License
MS, OTR/L
September 2013 to Present
Additional Information
SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS
• Registered and Licensed Occupational Therapist in State of Florida
• Completed Physical Agent Modalities Course on June 15, 2013
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Fast learner with excellent communication skills and a strong desire for leadership and to help others succeed
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