Amanda L. Hetzler, OTD, CHT, CHC

**** ***** **. **. *. Spanaway, WA 98387

904-***-**** ads5n2@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

To be a leader and continue with the development of my skills as an Occupational Therapist while incorporating evidence-based practice to allow for the best patient outcomes in a part-time/PRN position.

Education

Doctorate of Occupational Therapy – Upper Extremity Rehab Focus-Current Student

University of St. Augustine, 1 University Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32086

Cumulative GPA: 3.8 (Expected Graduation Date: April 2019)

Master of Science: Occupational Therapy - August 2013

University of St. Augustine, 1 University Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32086

Cumulative GPA 3.2

Bachelor of Science: Psychology with a Minor in Social Welfare - July 2009

University of North Florida, 1 UNF Dr. Jacksonville, FL 32224

Cumulative GPA 3.5

Work Experience

Full-time Occupational Therapist- United States Army

JBLM, Nov 2020-Present

Responsible for the evaluation and treatment through interventions, preventative care, and post-surgical rehabilitation for a wide variety of NMSK and Mental Readiness needs to improve return to duty rate and retention.

Full-time Occupational Therapist- Trinity Health Outpatient Clinic

400 Burdick Express Way East, Minot, ND 58701 April 2017-Present

Responsible for the evaluation and treatment through interventions, preventative care and post-surgical rehabilitation for a wide variety of upper extremity disorders

Diagnosis include, but not limited to: soft tissue injury, neurological disorders, fractures treated with closed reduction and ORIF, tendon repairs, nerve injury/repair, amputations, tendonitis, Dupuytren’s contracture/postsurgical care, trigger finger, burns, skin grafts, De Quervain disease, lateral/medial epicondylitis, shoulder dislocations, carpal tunnel syndrome, bicep tendon repair, rotator cuff repair, and generalized UE pain

Intervention include therapeutic exercise, therapeutic activities, manual therapy, safety training, physical agent modalities, energy conservation, orthotic fabrication/management, wound care, patient and family education, and adaptive equipment with graded progression for patient advancement

average 40-50hrs a week, rotate weekends in acute care, ICU and inpatient rehab

Supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants as required for documentation and quality patient standards

Head Full-time Occupational Therapist- Doctors Choice Home Health

1417 Lakeland Hills Blvd Suite 101 Lakeland, FL 33805, Jan 2016-April 2017

Responsible for the continuation of the therapeutic plan following discharge from inpatient rehabilitation

Diagnosis included, but not limited to: upper extremity/hand orthopedic and/or soft tissue injury, rotator cuff repair, stroke, neurodegenerative disease, amputations and prosthetics, cardiac and pulmonary disease, spinal cord injury, dementia/Alzheimer’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and chronic condition management

Intervention included therapeutic exercise, therapeutic activities, manual therapy, safety training, physical agent modalities, energy conservation, orthotic management, patient and family education, & adaptive equipment with graded progression

Supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides as required for documentation and quality patient standards

PRN Occupational Therapist/Subacute and Long Term Care - Select Rehabilitation

2202 West Oak Ave, Plant City & Tampa, Florida 33563, Jan 2016- 2017

Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of the patient within 24hrs of admission

Diagnosis included, but not limited to: upper extremity/hand orthopedic and/or soft tissue injury, rotator cuff repair, stroke, neurodegenerative disease, amputations and prosthetics, cardiac and pulmonary disease, spinal cord injury, osteoarthritis, chronic disease management, and burn injuries

Development of patient plan of care, frequencies and implements a treatment plan to accomplish patient goals and patient outcomes specific to patient needs

Communicates with health team members regarding patient progress, deficits and outcomes, discharges patients accordingly with appropriate recommendations

Supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants for documentation standards and quality care

Occupational Therapist/Outpatient & Home Health - Brookdale Senior Living

4600 Middleton Park Circle East, Jacksonville, FL 32224 Full time location 2014-15

4250 Lakeland Highlands Rd. Lakeland, FL 33813 PRN location 2016-2017

(Previously full time, July 2014- Dec 2015, transferred to PRN status for relocation)

Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of the patient within a timely manner followed by the establishment patient plan of care

Diagnosis included, but not limited to: upper extremity/hand orthopedic and/or soft tissue injury, rotator cuff repair, stroke, neurodegenerative disease, amputations and prosthetics, neurodegenerative disease, spinal cord injury, osteoarthritis, and chronic disease management

Intervention included therapeutic exercise, therapeutic activities, manual therapy, safety training, physical agent modalities, energy conservation, orthotic management and adaptive equipment with graded progression for patient advancement towards patient functional goals followed by discharge planning

As a full time employee averaged 7-8 patients per day with 40+ hours weekly, as a PRN employee 4-6hrs weekly

PRN Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Inpatient - Brooks Rehabilitation

6209 Brooks Bartram Dr. Bldg. 100 Jacksonville, FL 32258 July 2014 - Dec 2015

Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of the patient within 24hrs of admission

Diagnosis include, but not limited to: upper extremity/hand orthopedic and/or soft tissue injury, rotator cuff repair, stroke, neurodegenerative disease, amputations and prosthetics, cardiac and pulmonary disease, spinal cord injury, osteoarthritis, burn injuries and chronic disease management

Established patient POC with patient specific goals followed by discharge upon goals met

Communicates with health team members regarding patient progress, deficits and outcomes

Supervised Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, 6 hours weekly-weekends only

PRN Occupational Therapist - Vernon Home Health

213 Alexandria Hwy, Leesville, LA 71446 Oct 2013 - July 2014

Responsible for the continuation of the therapeutic plan, following discharge from hospitalization by evaluating and treating patients, families, and caregivers in the home setting

Diagnosis included, but not limited to: upper extremity/hand orthopedic and/or soft tissue injury, rotator cuff repair, stroke, neurodegenerative disease, amputations and prosthetics, cardiac and pulmonary disease, spinal cord injury, dementia/Alzheimer’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and chronic disease management

Intervention included therapeutic exercise, therapeutic activities, manual therapy, safety training, physical agent modalities, energy conservation, orthotic management, patient and family education, and adaptive equipment with graded progression for patient advancement

Averaged 10hrs weekly depending on agency census

Full time Occupational Therapist - Subacute - Tri Parish Rehab Hospital

8088 Hawks Rd. Leesville, LA 71446 Oct 2013 - July 2014

Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of the patient within 24hrs of admission

Diagnosis included, but not limited to: upper extremity/hand orthopedic and/or soft tissue injury, rotator cuff repair, stroke, neurodegenerative disease, amputations and prosthetics, cardiac and pulmonary disease, spinal cord injury, osteoarthritis, burn injuries and chronic disease management

Sets goals, patient plan of care, frequencies and implements a treatment plan to accomplish goals and patient outcomes specific to patient needs

Communicates with health team members regarding patient progress, deficits and outcomes

Discharges patients accordingly with appropriate recommendations

Supervised Occupational Therapy Assistant for documentation and patient care standards, Salaried employee, 40+hours a week

Professional Licenses and Certifications

HTCC- Certified Hand Therapist est. December 2018 #201811045

NBCOT Registered Occupational Therapist est. 2011 #313931

North Dakota Licensed Occupational Therapist est. 2017 #1540

Florida Licensed Occupational Therapist est 2017 #OT 16394

Serving our Veterans Health Certification est. 2016

Health Coach Certification est. 2016

Associations

American Occupational Therapy Association 2011- current

National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy 2013 - current

American Heart Association First Aid, CPR, AED Certified 2017 - current

Military Service

United States Army, Active Duty- Nov 2020- Current

Florida Air National Guard, March 2004 - August 2005

Security Forces Training, December 2003 - March 2004

Basic Military Training, October 2003 - December 2003

Colorado Air National Guard, May 2003 - Sept 2003

Volunteer Organizations

Domestic Violence Crisis Center, Minot, North Dakota 2018-Present

American Red Cross - Community Volunteer, 2016-2017

Habitat for Humanity - Home Builder Assist, 2011- 2013

Kesler Mentor Connection- Youth Mentor for at risk Youth in Foster Homes, 2006-2009

Professional Skills

Standardized testing for objective measures

Adaptive Equipment training

Splint/Orthosis Fabrication/modification

Person centered/motivational Interviewing

Leadership Experience

Flight leader in Basic training and Tech school at Lackland Air Force base 2003-2004

Occupational Therapy Association Poster Demonstrator for Annual Student Conference

Supervisor of Certified Occupational Therapist and Home Health Aides

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