Marvina Matlock Hart
Fort Smith,Arkansas
Summary
Professionally I was board certified in PediAtrics for Occupational Therapy. I initially worked in an out patient clinic which included hospital privileges to see patients when necessary. When I returned to college to pursue my Ph.D. at New York University, I continued to work for Easter Seals and also saw some patients privately. While in school I became an Instructor at Dominican College in Orangeburg, NY. I was the instructor for Occupational Therapy for children from conception to adolescence in the Baccalaureate and Masters program. While at NYU, I became eligible to sit for the board exam to be certified in pediatrics which I passed and received this credential.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Gregory Kistler Center for Children
08.2001 - 06.2002
- Performed evaluations and assessments for LeFlore County Co-op students to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Adapted environments by making changes to patient homes, workplaces and school environments to promote safety, independence and participation.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Provided clinical services to clients with various physical, mental and emotional impairments.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Self - Private Practice
08.1999 - 06.2000
- Helped patients with cognitive and mental health conditions to improve ability to think, learn and memorize.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
Instructor
Dominican College
08.1997 - 08.1999
- Taught Occupational Therapy assessments, treatment methods, and documentation to Bacculareate and Masters students. Curriculum covered conception to adolescence.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
Sr Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Easter Seals of SW Connecticut
08.1994 - 08.1997
- Created work schedules for OT team and managed patient assignments.
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Meticulously reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Occupational Therapist
Gregory Kistler Treatment Center for Children
06.1992 - 08.1996
- Evaluated pediatric patient conditions, histories, and goals.
- Determined best treatment plans to meet objectives for school and home life.
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Provided education to patients and their parents / families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Provided clinical services to patients with various physical, mental and emotional impairments.
Education
Ph.D. - Occupational Therapy
New York University
New York, NYMasters of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX05-1991
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
University of Arkansas - Little Rock
Little Rock, AR08-1987
Skills
- Pediatric assessments
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Goal setting experience
- Treatment plan adjustment
- Document management
- Family and patient education
- Direct patient care
- Progress assessments
- SOAP notes expertise
Timeline
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Gregory Kistler Center for Children
08.2001 - 06.2002
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Self - Private Practice
08.1999 - 06.2000
Instructor
Dominican College
08.1997 - 08.1999
Sr Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Easter Seals of SW Connecticut
08.1994 - 08.1997
Occupational Therapist
Gregory Kistler Treatment Center for Children
06.1992 - 08.1996
Ph.D. - Occupational Therapy
New York University
Masters of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
University of Arkansas - Little Rock
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