Addi Buffington
@addibuffington
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant dedicated to patient-centered care.
What I'm looking for
I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with a strong commitment to providing exceptional care and support to patients. My journey in occupational therapy began with my education at the University of Southern Indiana, where I earned my Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy and became NBCOT certified in January 2023. I am currently pursuing my Doctor of Occupational Therapy at Hanover College, with an expected graduation in December 2025.
In my professional experience, I have worked at Indiana University Health and Rehabilitation and Westview Nursing and Rehabilitation, where I provided specialized occupational therapy services to diverse patient populations. I am skilled in utilizing various documentation systems, including MedBridge, WellSky, Cerner, NetHealth, and Plan of Care, to create and implement goal-driven interventions. My hands-on experience includes working directly with patients, developing home exercise programs, and participating in the evaluation and discharge processes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Intern
Memorial Hospital and Healthcare
Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 (2 months)
Observed and assisted an OTR/L for over 480 clinical hours, gaining direct involvement in the evaluation, treatment, and discharge processes for outpatient orthopedic populations. Proficiently used HEP2GO for prescribing home exercise programs. Utilized Clinicent and Epic documentation systems effectively.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Hanover College
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD), Occupational Therapy
Currently pursuing a Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) degree. Expected to graduate in December 2025, focusing on advanced practices in occupational therapy.
University of Southern Indiana
Associate of Science (A.S.), Occupational Therapy
Activities and societies: NBCOT Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant – January 2023
Completed an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Occupational Therapy. Achieved NBCOT certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in January 2023, preparing for clinical practice.
University of Southern Indiana
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Health Services
Earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Health Services. This foundational degree provided a comprehensive understanding of healthcare systems and patient care principles.
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