Cortlyn AH Starr
Occupational Therapist
Eureka
Summary
Accomplished in assessing Outpatient, Orthopedic patient conditions, Skilled Nursing, Independent Living, and Assisted Living planning treatments, and providing skilled occupational therapy scope of practice. Skilled at collaborating in team environments, updating charts, and documenting results of interventions. Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of California. Systematic rehabilitation specialist with deliberate planning and thoughtful organization, developing benchmarks for individuals in occupational therapeutic environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Redwood Coast P.A.C.E
10.2022 - Current
- Served as Rehabilitation Manager April 2024-September 2024
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Improved patient satisfaction by customizing therapy interventions to align with individual preferences and goals.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough post-discharge follow-up care and education.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Streamlined therapy processes to enhance service delivery efficiency, ensuring timely patient care.
- Participated in professional development seminars and workshops, staying abreast of advancements in occupational therapy.
- Mentored junior staff members to improve their clinical skills and professional development, fostering a supportive work environment.
- Evaluated facility resources to optimize equipment usage and ensure adequate supplies for effective patient care.
- Facilitated seamless transitions from acute care settings to our rehabilitation facility by coordinating effectively with hospital discharge planners.
- Organized continuing education opportunities for staff members, encouraging professional growth and enhancing overall service delivery capabilities.
Occupational Therapist
Infinity Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Conducted physical, academic, vocational, mental and other types of evaluations to identify clients' needs and devise rehabilitation plans.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Determined best treatment plans to meet objectives for school, work and home life.
Health Navigator
Berkeley Food and Housing Project
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop coordinated care plans, improving overall patient satisfaction.
- Contributed to the development of health promotion programs tailored to each patient''s current needs, leading to improvements in overall wellness.
- Provided ongoing support for patients struggling with chronic conditions, promoting adherence to recommended treatments and self-monitoring activities.
- Offered proper guidance on adequate nutrition intake which lead to better management of chronic diseases.
Government Health Analyst
State Of Florida Department Of Health
10.2016 - 01.2018
- Effectively communicated about vaccine benefits and risks to statewide providers and for 67 county health departments in Florida.
- Shared strengths related to immunization delivery among provider and office staff.
- Promoted immunizations through key with Florida partnerships, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Academic Pediatric Assoc.
- (APA), American Cancer Society (ACS), American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).
- Conducted workshops, seminars and in-service trainings regarding HPV health education among 67 county health departments.
- Conducted Bi-monthly conference calls with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, health educators regarding immunization education,
Acute Care Rehabilitation Technician Lead
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with therapist in ambulating patients with Total Knee mobility on day of surgery, surpassing 80% threshold required by hospital in 2015.
- 3 years’ experience with maintaining and evaluating department details for Joint Commission standards.
- Evaluated productivity and prepares proper documentation to their overall progress.
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
St. Augustine, FL 01.2018 - 12.2020
Master of Public Health - Occupational And Environmental Health
Florida A&M University, Sciences Florida A&M University
Tallahassee, FL 06.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL 08.2012 - 04.2014
Skills
Documentation EMR: Rehab Optima, NetHealth, EPIC, TrueChart, Patient Care Online
Lymphatic compression wrapping
Manual lymphatic drainage
Complete Decongestive Therapy
Therapeutic Manager
Research and analysis
Project Management
Research program planning
Data collection and organization
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Chronic disease management
Scheduling
Event Coordination
Management Skills
Certification
Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Accomplishments
- Served as Student Occupational Therapy Association- Vice President
- Served as the Student Occupational Therapy Association- Advocacy chair
- Served as the Future Public Health Professional- President
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of Annual Interdisciplinary team.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Certified Lymphedema Therapist
01-2024
Occupational Therapist
Redwood Coast P.A.C.E
10.2022 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Infinity Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 10.2022
OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered #472909
05-2022
Health Navigator
Berkeley Food and Housing Project
02.2022 - 07.2022
Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
01.2018 - 12.2020
Government Health Analyst
State Of Florida Department Of Health
10.2016 - 01.2018
Master of Public Health - Occupational And Environmental Health
Florida A&M University, Sciences Florida A&M University
06.2015 - 08.2016
Acute Care Rehabilitation Technician Lead
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
08.2012 - 04.2014
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