Ashley Hardeman
Edmonton
Summary
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in patient rehabilitation and support. Expertise in executing treatment plans that improve patient outcomes. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring consistent and reliable patient care. Highly skilled in therapeutic techniques and compassionate patient interactions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical/Occupational Therapy Assistant
Stroke Early Supported Discharge Program (AHS)
04.2022 - Current
- Assisted stroke patients with mild to moderate deficits to improve fine/gross motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Collaborated with occupational/physical therapists and speech-language pathologists to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, ensuring efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and enhancing their commitment to therapy goals.
Dance Instructor
Step By Step Dance Academy
01.2009 - Current
- Independently instruct 45 min- 1 hour competitive dance classes to students and adults of all ages
- Construct and implement structured lesson plans for various dance styles
- Educate and demonstrate progressive skills for growth of students technique
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Edmonton Catholic Schools
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Plan and implement programs and strategies with student's and/or groups of students within the classroom as outlined by the OT and interdisciplinary classroom team
- Record and maintain contact notes, progress notes and/or conversations regarding students' progress and response to implemented program/strategies
- Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary classroom teams
- Assist in preparing of materials, scheduling activities as directed by Therapeutic Specialist
Occupational Therapy Assistant F/T Float
Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Provides therapeutic intervention under direction of Occupational Therapists within all units of the Glenrose Hospital (Geriatric, Adult, Pediatric; Inpatient & Outpatient)
- Lead patients in one on one and group therapy sessions based on goals of care plan
- Manage a daily schedule/workload, supporting operations across all departments
- Prepares and cleans treatment activities and space for efficient and optimal therapeutic intervention
- Displays professionalism and strong ethics in both client centered care and participation with all care teams.
Casual/Relief Therapy Assistant
Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Provides therapeutic intervention under direction of Occupational Therapists within all units of the Glenrose Hospital (Geriatric, Adult, Pediatric; Inpatient & Outpatient)
- Lead patients in one on one and group therapy sessions based on goals of care plan
- Manage a daily schedule/workload, supporting operations across all departments
- Prepares and cleans treatment activities and space for efficient and optimal therapeutic intervention
- Displays professionalism and strong ethics in both client centered care and participation with all care teams.
Five-Week GSICU/Burns Inpatient Hospital Placement (PTA)
University of Alberta Hospital
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Provide thorough and appropriate physical therapy interventions according to patient's plan of care determined by leading physical therapist.
- Communicates and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress/plan.
- Records daily treatment notes electronically using connect care
- Provide patient and family with education regarding therapeutic exercises and techniques
- Ensure appropriate cleaning, PPE and professionalism among unpredictable and diverse environment
Five-Week Paediatric Private Facility Placement (OTA)
From Play to Words
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Work to improve underlying skills to enable a child to participate in appropriate daily occupations individually and in group settings
- Assist in Program Unit Funding (PUF) programs implementing fine and gross motor skills for preschool children
- Complete home care/daycare sessions to assist in developmental/behavioural supports to children diagnosed with disabilities
- Creatively problem-solve therapeutic exercises through play
Five-Week Rehabilitation Neuro Hospital Placement (PTA)
Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2021 - 02.2021
- Creatively problem-solve and implement upper and lower body therapeutic exercises as assigned by physiotherapist in individual and class settings
- Applied a variety of modalities including muscle stimulation, thermotherapy and cryotherapy during sessions for patients who have experienced brain injuries and strokes
- Prioritize and organize workload with minimal direct supervision
- Educated patients regarding their current limitations and exercise techniques
Education
Physical/Occupational Therapy Assistant
Grant MacEwan University
Edmonton, AB05-2021
High School Diploma -
ArchBishop O'Leary
Edmonton, AB06-2009
Skills
- Setting up and implementing outlined treatment plan
- Strong communicator with patients, their families, and other healthcare providers, including giving instructions and documenting procedures
- Ability to connect and work effectively with diverse individuals
- Able to identify and resolve any issues that may arise during treatment
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Physical/Occupational Therapy Assistant
Stroke Early Supported Discharge Program (AHS)
04.2022 - Current
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Edmonton Catholic Schools
10.2021 - 02.2022
Occupational Therapy Assistant F/T Float
Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2021 - 10.2021
Casual/Relief Therapy Assistant
Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2021 - 06.2021
Five-Week GSICU/Burns Inpatient Hospital Placement (PTA)
University of Alberta Hospital
03.2021 - 04.2021
Five-Week Paediatric Private Facility Placement (OTA)
From Play to Words
02.2021 - 03.2021
Five-Week Rehabilitation Neuro Hospital Placement (PTA)
Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2021 - 02.2021
Dance Instructor
Step By Step Dance Academy
01.2009 - Current
Physical/Occupational Therapy Assistant
Grant MacEwan University
High School Diploma -
ArchBishop O'Leary
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