Occupational Therapist Prior Authorization
Resume:
Pamela Davis
St. Petersburg, FL 3373
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PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
Staff Occupational Therapist
CERTIFICATION/MEMBERSHIPS
Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR)
NBCOT Certified September 1997
Florida Licensure
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Occupational Therapist
February 2017-June 2022
Select Rehabilitation
Egret Cove Heath and Rehab
St. Petersburg, FL
Provide Occupational Therapy services to geriatric patients with strong focus on patient care and supportive documentation while adhering to productively standards. Ongoing supervision of COTA/s and Level 1 and 2 students
Occupational Therapist
November 2015-February 2017
Greystone Healthcare/Select Rehabilitation
PRN/Pool Therapist
Provide Occupational Therapy services to geriatric patients at various skilled nursing facilities as PRN therapist
Occupational Therapist
March 2008-November 2015
Greystone Healthcare
Alhambra/Lexington Heath and Rehabilitation
St. Petersburg, FL
Occupational Therapy services provided in SNF. Strong emphasis on short-term rehabilitation and ADL/IADL re-training to patients with orthopedic, neurological impairments and/or deconditioning. Ongoing assessment and treatment of Med B/LTC patients. General supervision of COTA's/students Occupational Therapist
July 2006-February 2008
Extendicare/Progressive Step
Willowbrook Health and Rehab Center
Lake Mills, WI
Transfer to facility within company; same responsibilities as noted Occupational Therapist
February 2003-July 2006
Extendicare/Progressive Step
Beloit Health and Rehab Center
Beloit, WI
Provided skilled services to the geriatric population in SNF. Caseload primarily involved short-term rehabilitation to patients with orthopedic, neurological and generalized deconditioning for independent and safe return to previous level of function. Services provided to long-term patients as needed, specifically, strengthening, functional balance/fall prevention, activity tolerance, adaptive equipment needs, splinting, wheelchair positioning and enhancement of ADL status. Strict adherence to Medicare part A and B guidelines; proficient in writing prior authorization per Medicaid standards General supervision of COTA Occupational Therapist
May 2003-February 2003
Team Rehab, Inc.
Vocational Industries/Kandu Industries
Elkhorn/Janesville, WI
Provided occupational therapy services to adults with developmental disabilities within sheltered workshops, as well as homebound settings. Emphasis of treatment involved home-management, personal hygiene, safety, community mobility, cognitive skill-building and socialization. Also addressed needs of clients with physical disabilities, such as ROM and splinting. Close collaboration with team members and compliance with Medicaid guidelines
Occupational Therapist
October 2002-May 2003
Team Rehab, Inc.
Beloit-Turner Elementary, Middle and High School
Beloit, WI
School-based occupational therapy for children ages 3 through 21 in district encompassing three schools. Provided direct and consultative services to children with a variety of diagnoses, ranging from mild to severe cognitive and physical deficits. Duties included evaluation of new students using a variety of assessment tools, as well as ongoing supervision of COTA. Collaborative effort with staff using interdisciplinary approach Homebound Instructor
October 2001-August 2002
Monona Grove School District
Monona, WI
Offered individualized instruction to students in conventional, alternative school-setting and at home. Provided academic support in all subject areas, as well as behavioral intervention. Occupational therapy strategies incorporated as deemed appropriate per IEP. Work with physically and cognitively impaired students involved open communication with parents and teaching staff to communicate progress and goal acquisition
Occupational Therapist l
October 2001-May 2002
New Glarus Elementary and Middle School
New Glarus, Wisconsin
School-based occupational therapy in elementary and middle schools. Evaluated, planned and provided direct treatment to children with physical and cognitive physical disabilities. Primary caseload involved children with mild to moderate fine and visual-motor deficits. Participation in IEP programming and frequent co-treatment with other disciplines for optimal team participation Occupational Therapist
August 1998-August 2001
LaSalle County Easter Seal Society
Ottawa, Illinois
Worked with children in birth to three and multiple school systems. Evaluated, planned and provided treatment to children in clinical, homebound and school settings. Emphasized sensory-motor, fine visual-motor development through individualized child-based treatment. Worked with a variety of children with disabilities including developmental delays, physical impairments, sensory deficits and autism. Worked closely with parents, classroom staff and team members to promote optimal progress and education/communication and to ensure carryover skills EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee; May 1997
Graduated Magna Cum Laude; Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society; Dean’s List five semesters; 3.8/4.0 GPA RELATED EDUCATION/SKILLS:
Attended various seminars and ongoing continuing education with focus on physical and neurological disabilities (dementia, CVA, orthopedic) and treatment approaches as related to geriatric and pediatric populations for optimal treatment strategies and outcomes.
● Works well independently and cooperatively
● Ability to multitask; strong time-management skills
● Strong verbal and written communication
● Competency in use of electronic documentation (EMR/Casamba)
● Timeliness and adherence to productivity standards References upon request
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