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Rachel Clark

@rachelclark

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Dedicated Occupational Therapist improving patient quality of life.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values patient-centered care and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a dedicated and caring Occupational Therapist with a passion for improving the quality of life for my patients through client-centered treatment plans. Since earning my Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Western Michigan University in December 2017, I have been committed to providing exceptional care in various healthcare settings.

Currently, I work at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial, where I manage a full caseload of patients in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation. My experience includes evaluating patients, analyzing medical histories, and setting realistic rehabilitation goals across diverse medical fields such as ICU, orthopedics, and cardiology. I have also contributed to program development, including “Project Walk,” which showcases my commitment to innovative patient care.

Throughout my career, I have collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive discharge planning and patient education. My goal is to empower patients and their families, providing them with the tools and knowledge necessary to maintain their quality of life and safety at home.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Occupational Therapist Registry

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Franciscan Health Olympia Fields

Nov 2021 - Present (3 years 7 months)

In my role as an Occupational Therapist Registry, I conduct assessments and treatments for patients in acute care, focusing on setting realistic rehabilitation goals and collaborating with healthcare professionals for effective discharge planning.

Discharge Planning Team Collaboration Communication Skills Acute

Current

Occupational Therapist Registry

Current

Symbria Home Health

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

As an Occupational Therapist in home health, I evaluate and reassess patients, customizing treatment plans to enhance rehabilitation goals and ensure home safety while educating caregivers to maintain quality of life.

Treatment Planning Patient Safety Communication Skills Patient Support

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Occupational Therapist

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UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial

Nov 2019 - Present (5 years 7 months)

As an Occupational Therapist, I provide assessments, treatments, and discharge planning for patients in acute care and inpatient rehab. I evaluate patients' medical histories to set rehabilitation goals across various specialties including ICU and orthopedics, and collaborate with healthcare teams for effective discharge planning.

Discharge Planning Team Collaboration NICU Treatment Acute Communication Skills

Occupational Therapist

Select Rehabilitation

Sep 2018 - Mar 2020 (1 year 6 months)

As an Occupational Therapist at Select Rehabilitation, I provide assessments and treatments for patients in a skilled nursing facility, creating individualized treatment plans and collaborating with other therapists to enhance patient care.

Treatment Planning Skilled Nursing Facilities Team Collaboration Documentation

Occupational Therapist

Porter Regional Hospital

Sep 2018 - Nov 2021 (3 years 2 months)

In my position at Porter Regional Hospital, I provide comprehensive OT assessments and treatments, focusing on setting rehabilitation goals for patients in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation while collaborating with healthcare teams for discharge planning.

Discharge Planning Team Collaboration Acute Documentation