Occupational Therapy Therapist
Resume:
Wanda Bryk-McHugh, MS, OTRL, CEES, CAPS
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
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SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
HENRY FORD VILLAGE, Dearborn, Michigan 2003-current
LEAD OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (2003-CURRENT); ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF REHABILITATION (2005-2013)
Completes assigned managerial responsibilities.
Manage daily PPS/MDS system with rehabilitation team.
Facilitate weekly rehabilitation meeting with lead Registered Physical Therapist, Social Worker and Physician.
Assisted in the start-up of a satellite out patient rehabilitation program at Fox Run Village in Novi, Michigan.
Complete appropriate occupational therapy evaluations, weekly progress notes and Home Safety Evaluations for residents residing in the skilled nursing facility, assisted living and out patient.
Assisted in the restructuring of the current delivery of therapeutic services into a more streamlined method.
Consulted with staff physician, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practioner and social workers regarding changes in resident’s functional status and how it impedes independence.
Participated in the revision of the Home Safety Evaluation form.
Active member in the Falls Committee.
Assisted social worker in appropriate discharge planning
Supervised three Occupational Therapy Assistants
Supervised Level 1 and Level 2 OTR students
MetroEHS Pediatriac Therapy, Dearborn, Michigan 1028-current
Futures Healthcore, Dearborn, Michigan 2020- present
Completed Sensory Inventory with family to identify sensory issues/ sensory modulation deficits that may impact a child’s development, communication and social interaction.
Treated a variety of children (Autism, Developmental Delay, Birth Injuries, Sensory Processing Disorders, Behaviors Problems) with various diagnoses to help them gain independence while strengthening the development of fine motor, visual motor and sensory motor skills
Supervised Occupational Therapy Assistant
Evaluated the need for specialized equipment such as wheelchairs, splints, and dressing devices
IN HOME REHAB (Home Health), Roseville, Michigan 20015-2017
Complete ADL assessments on residents residing in Assisted Living
Coordinated services between disciplines for maximum therapy benefits.
DETROIT INSTITUTE FOR CHILDREN, Detroit, Michigan 2012-2013
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, PRN
Attended IEP meetings
Supported the needs of students with significant challenges such as by helping to determine alternative methods of assessment
Explored alternative assistive technology to support student success in the school environment
Reduced barriers that limit student participation in the classroom.
THE NURSING HOME GROUP, Southfield, Michigan 2002-2003
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Evaluated and treated patients with a variety of physical and neurological impairments in a skilled nursing facility utilizing sound occupational therapy frames of reference.
Consulted with staff physicians, physician assistants and provided hands-on training to nurses and direct care staff regarding proper implementation of occupational therapy techniques to maximize patient’s independence and minimize secondary medical complications.
Provided inservices to CENAS regarding occupational therapy and the role it has in a skilled nursing facility.
Developed an interdisciplinary screening form to evaluate patients for possible skilled therapy services.
JEWISH VOCATIONAL SERVICE, Southfield, Michigan 1995-2001
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SUPERVISOR
(In addition to the supervisory duties, I also performed the responsibilities of the Staff Occupational Therapist listed below).
Supervise Ancillary Service, Pre Vocational and Occupational Therapy Programs.
Co-facilitator of the Psychosocial Community Integration group.
Recruit, train and evaluate designated staff.
Performed ergonomic work site evaluations for consumers and staff.
Owner of a Certified Pet Assisted Therapy dog and developed a Pet Assisted Therapy Program.
Developed the Individual Walking Program.
Assisted in the development and implementation of a person-centered Activities Program for Seniors, Physical Conditioning, Pre Employment, Career Exploration and Stress Management/Relaxation programs for young adults.
Developed and maintained Standard Operating Procedures to meet CARF standards.
Evaluate consumer’s residence for home modifications.
Developed a comprehensive Occupational Therapy Evaluation.
Developed a Job Site Analysis Evaluation. Assisted Supportive Employment staff in identifying appropriate job sites and modified job tasks as needed.
JEWISH VOCATIONAL SERVICE, Southfield, Michigan 1993-1995
STAFF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Developed and implemented extensive Sensory Integrative Modalities to consumers in our Pre Vocational unit.
Completed the Evaluation for Sensory Processing and the Sensory Inventory for Adults with
Developmental Disabilities to consumers in our Pre Vocational unit.
Provide assessment, monitoring, planning and implementation of treatment for approximately 30
adults with developmental, physical and cognitive impairments.
Provide ongoing instruction and guidance to staff to ensure proper implementation of therapy
programs and/or worksite accommodations.
Serve as a liaison between Adult Day Service, Michigan Jobs Commission, Macomb Oakland Regional
and JARC.
Supervise Level 1 OTR students and volunteers.
EDUCATION AND ACHIEVEMENTS
National Home Building Association
Certified Aging In Place Specialist (CAPS)
May, 2015
Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, Michigan
Advanced Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy
April 30, 2012 Graduation (GPA 3.81).
Rehabilitation Manager, Dearborn, Michigan
Erickson Retirement Communities
January, 2007
Employee of the Month, January 2005.
Roy Matheson and Associates, Tampa, Florida
Certified Ergonomic Evaluator
Spring, 2002.
Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, Michigan
Graduate Certificate in Alzheimer’s and Other Related Dementias.
Summer, 2002 (GPA 4.0).
Effective Performance Management Training, Southfield, MI
Infinite Learning, June, 2001.
Grief/Loss Training, Mt. Clemens, MI
Macomb Oakland Regional Training, March 2000.
Dysphagia and Textures Training, Mt. Clemens, MI
Macomb Oakland Regional, February 2000.
SIPT Theory, Mt. Clemens, MI
Sensory Integration International, October 1999.
Agency Staff Appreciation Award
Jewish Vocational Service, May 1997.
Neurological and Treatment of Sensory Integrative Dysfunction, Chicago, Illinois Sensory Integration International, June 1994.
Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, Michigan
Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy
Cum Laude June, 1993 (GPA 3.5).
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