Christine Schoenborn

Assessed acute care OT needs and recommended discharge plans and interventions, facilitating safe transitions to the next level of care for 182-bed hospital.

• I developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for patients with physical, cognitive and psychosocial impairments.
• Documented patient evaluations, treatments, outcomes, and discharge summaries to ensure comprehensive records for continuity of care.
• Mercy serves a general population of orthopedic, neurological and general medical conditions including CHF, COPD and other cardiac, respiratory, dementia, Parkinson's and others.
• Provided coverage for the Mercy Acute Care Rehab 2 weekend days per month.

Transitioned from per diem to full-time occupational therapist in home care setting, demonstrating commitment and adaptability.

- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for patients with physical, cognitive and psychosocial impairments.

Assessed home environments for safety compliance, ensuring patient security and well-being.

- Provided instruction and education in adaptive strategies and equipment to enhance daily living skills.

- Reinforced methods for managing chronic conditions and improving and/or resolving acute conditions.

• Performing skilled OT evaluations of acutely and chronically ill and/or post-surgical persons in their homes to establish an OT plan of care for restoring mobility, strength and safety for self care, resumption of household management activities and community reintegration.
• (May-Nov 2024) - I was transferred full-time to Baystate Medical Center to provide assistance with acute care caseload.
• During my time at Baystate Home Health and Hospice, I was a Co-Chair of our Employee Engagement Committee and a Member of Baystate Home Health Operations Excellence Committee.
• Collaborated with home care clinical educator to plan and deliver monthly inservice programs for certified home health aides, improving staff training and service quality.
• I also trained to be a Compassionate Connections Instructor for the Baystate Health System.

• Performed home OT assessments to evaluate consumer eligibility for PCA services, facilitating appropriate support and care planning.

• Developed and implemented comprehensive OT services for a short-term pilot program in collaboration with Springfield College OT Department, enhancing support for head-injured individuals.
• Conducted assessments and provided treatment for individuals with acquired brain injuries to enhance their independence in mobility, self-care, and leisure.
• Initiated program by developing assessment tools and creating daily treatment interventions and training staff to improve service delivery.
• Provided consultative services for adaptive strategies and equipment to enhance accessibility at the center and ServiceNet's affiliated group homes.

• Delivered comprehensive hand therapy services, including evaluations, custom splinting, and specialized treatments, enhancing patient recovery at Springfield outpatient hand clinic.
• Assessed patient needs and developed customized rehabilitation plans.
• Administered therapeutic exercises to improve hand and upper extremity function.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.

• Delivered one-on-one talk therapy and facilitated therapeutic groups for inpatient clients to support their mental well-being.
• Evaluated patient needs to develop personalized treatment plans.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care.

• Delivered specialized hand therapy services and performed ergonomic assessments at Wing to enhance patient recovery and workplace safety.
• Assessed patients' upper extremity conditions and developed personalized treatment plans.
• Guided patients through therapeutic exercises to enhance mobility and strength.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

• Facilitated summer occupational therapy sessions for special education students, enhancing skill development and supporting individualized learning goals.
• Provided individual counseling to students with emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Collaborated with teachers to develop supportive classroom strategies.
• Conducted assessments to identify student needs and appropriate interventions.

• Delivered hand therapy services at Springfield outpatient hand clinic, enhancing patient recovery and satisfaction.
• Provided individualized therapy plans for upper extremity and hand rehabilitation.
• Utilized therapeutic modalities to enhance patient recovery and mobility.

• Provided hand and upper extremity therapy to diverse patient population, collaborating with NEOS physicians and community referral sources to optimize treatment outcomes.
• Assessed patient needs through comprehensive evaluations and interviews.
• Developed personalized treatment plans for upper extremity rehabilitation.
• Implemented therapeutic exercises to enhance patient mobility and strength.

• Delivered hand therapy services, performing evaluations, custom splinting, and treatment to enhance patient recovery at Springfield outpatient hand clinic.
• Provided therapeutic interventions for upper extremity and hand injuries.
• Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient evaluations.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.

• Functioned as the sole outpatient occupational therapist in the greater Westfield area, receiving referrals from local primary care physicians, physiatrists, neurologists, rheumatologists, and hand surgeons from Springfield and Worcester areas.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments of upper extremity and hand conditions.
• Developed individualized treatment plans for diverse patient needs.
• Implemented therapeutic exercises to enhance mobility and strength.

• Coordinated with team of 10 rehab professionals to enhance rehab service delivery and streamline communication with nursing case managers.
• Conducted home assessments for Mass Rehab clients, evaluating their eligibility for home care services.
• Coordinated and provided clinical training and continuing education programs for 200+ employees, fostering professional development and compliance.
• I participated in program planning committees and management team meetings.
• Served as Clinical Specialist in adaptive equipment, splinting, OSHA and HIPAA guidelines, CPR instruction, and ergonomics, ensuring staff adherence to best practices.

• Marketed services to area physicians, coordinating effective service delivery across department areas.
• Provided coverage in acute care, rehab, pediatrics, and skilled nursing facility contracts, enhancing service continuity in OT department.
• Gained unique insights into rural healthcare delivery, addressing challenges and improving patient access to therapy services.

• Evaluated patient needs through comprehensive assessments and clinical observations.
• Developed personalized treatment plans to enhance patient recovery and mobility.
• Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated care plans, optimizing patient outcomes and recovery pathways.
• Completed 3-5 month assignments in diverse rehab settings nationwide, adapting to unique patient needs and facility protocols.

• Started OT career at Baystate Medical Center as inpatient therapist in CVA, respiratory, ICU, and general medical units, providing essential rehabilitation services.
• Transferred to outpatient rehab department as upper extremity therapist to address patient needs in a specialized setting.
• Assessed patient needs to develop personalized treatment plans.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
• Implemented therapeutic exercises to enhance patient mobility and function.