Marie Boccagna Elder
Ashland
Summary
Curious and Creative outpatient pediatric Occupational Therapist skilled in providing client-centered interventions for increased independence and success throughout childhood.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Children's Hospital Of Richmond At Vcu
Fredericksburg
09.2017 - Current
- Assessed patient needs through comprehensive evaluations and observations.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to achieve specific developmental goals, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient care.
- Designed therapeutic activities to enhance physical strength, coordination, balance, posture, and sensory integration skills.
- Created comprehensive reports on assessments, treatments, and progress to inform future care decisions.
- Educated family members on patient conditions and available resources.
- Guided adaptive sports and recreational activities to improve physical health and foster social engagement among participants.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to maintain knowledge of occupational therapy best practices.
Education
Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) - Occupational Therapy
Belmont University
Nashville, TN05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Recreational Therapy
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2013
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient evaluation
- Neuromuscular rehabilitation
- Pediatric therapy
- Assistive technology
- Splinting and casting
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Client advocacy
Certification
- Occupational Therapist Licensed, Virginia - 0119007355
- NBCOT Registered - 381971
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Children's Hospital Of Richmond At Vcu
09.2017 - Current
Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) - Occupational Therapy
Belmont University
Bachelor of Science - Recreational Therapy
East Carolina University