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Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
Accomplishments
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Jin Harris

Madison

Summary

Compassionate Occupational Therapist with background in providing patient-centered therapy in various healthcare settings. Possess strong skills in developing individualized treatment plans, incorporating evidence-based practice and therapeutic interventions. Strengths include exceptional communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Previous work has made significant impact on improving patients' physical abilities and enhancing overall quality of life.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Occupational Therapist

St. Dominic's Hospital
Jackson
03.2014 - Current
  • Conducted assessments to determine patient needs and therapy goals.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.
  • Trained junior staff on best practices in occupational therapy techniques.
  • Assisted individuals returning from hospitalization in adjusting back into their home environment.
  • Led training sessions for caregivers and healthcare staff on safe and effective patient handling techniques.

Occupational Therapist

Tara Therapy Manhattan Nursing and Rehabilitation
Jackson
05.2005 - 03.2014
  • Designed therapeutic activities to improve physical strength, coordination, balance, posture, sensory integration skills.
  • Documented patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
  • Performed evaluations of patients to assess their physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial functioning.
  • Monitored patient progress through periodic re-evaluations to ensure desired outcomes were achieved or modified as needed.
  • Instructed patients and families in self-care techniques including energy conservation strategies and adaptive equipment usage.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on skill development or socialization goals.
  • Led training sessions for caregivers and healthcare staff on safe and effective patient handling techniques.
  • Provided adaptive equipment recommendations and training to support patient independence.

Occupational Therapist

Trinity Rehabilitation Lexington Manor/Competes NH
Ridgeland
01.1997 - 05.2003
  • Requisitioned splints, braces and computer-aided adaptive equipment for client use.
  • Promoted maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapies according to individual's physical capacity and interest.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with occupational therapy best practices.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary to meet therapeutic goals.
  • Provided adaptive equipment recommendations and training to support patient independence.
  • Applied cognitive-behavioral strategies to support mental health and emotional well-being.

Occupational Therapist

Mississippi Methodist Rehabilitation Center PRN
Jackson
01.1996 - 06.1997
  • Conducted assessments to determine patient needs and therapy goals.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans for various conditions and injuries.
  • Educated patients and families on rehabilitation processes and expectations.
  • Utilized therapeutic techniques to improve patient mobility and function.

Occupational Therapist

TheraTx Pleasant Hill Nursing Home and Rehab
Jackson
05.1995 - 01.1997
  • Conducted assessments to determine patient needs and therapy goals.
  • Educated patients and families on rehabilitation processes and expectations.
  • Documented patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta Canada
05-1995

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta Canada
05-1995

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Treatment planning
  • Adaptive equipment training
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Caregiver education
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Resource utilization
  • Discharge planning
  • Therapeutic techniques
  • Orthopedic rehabilitation
  • Group therapy
  • Family and patient education
  • Patient positioning
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Wheelchair seating
  • Staff education and training

Languages

Korean
Limited

Certification

  • Licensed Occupational Therapy in State of Mississippi OT0513

Accomplishments

  • Trinity Rehabilitation Therapist of the Year 2002
  • OT Ortho Lead at St.Dominic's Hospital since April 2023

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Occupational Therapist

St. Dominic's Hospital
03.2014 - Current

Occupational Therapist

Tara Therapy Manhattan Nursing and Rehabilitation
05.2005 - 03.2014

Occupational Therapist

Trinity Rehabilitation Lexington Manor/Competes NH
01.1997 - 05.2003

Occupational Therapist

Mississippi Methodist Rehabilitation Center PRN
01.1996 - 06.1997

Occupational Therapist

TheraTx Pleasant Hill Nursing Home and Rehab
05.1995 - 01.1997

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

University of Alberta

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

University of Alberta

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