Harriet Gilmour
Innaloo,Perth
Summary
Skilled occupational therapy professional with strong emphasis on patient-centered care and therapeutic interventions.
Proven track record in enhancing patient recovery through tailored therapy plans and innovative techniques. Expertise in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs. Highly reliable with focus on achieving optimal outcomes for patients through effective communication, problem-solving, and clinical skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Occupational Therapist
Fly2Health
11.2024 - Current
- Provided Occupational Therapy support to individuals living in rural and remote Australia
- Fly to 6 different rural locations every week to provide OT assessment and intervention to individuals living in rural an remote Western Australia
- Mentored junior therapists, contributing to their professional growth and development.
- Established strong rapport with patients by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding of their unique challenges.
Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Te Whatu Ora, Hauora a Toi
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Developed individualized treatment plans to meet the needs of pediatric patients
- Assessed and provided treatment to under 2-year-olds for neurodevelopmental conditions and intervention
- Provided therapeutic interventions such as; sensory integration, fine motor skills development and activities of daily living training
- Led parent training and education sessions on sensory processing
- Assessed for 24 postural support needs in seating and sleep systems in addition to complex housing modifications including bathrooms and ramps.
- Supported the transition from early intervention services to school-based services by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and families throughout the process.
- Supervised undergraduate students
Occupational Therapist
Body in Motion Health
02.2017 - 03.2024
- Experience under Vocational, Social, Concussion and Training for Independence ACC Contracts as lead provider
- Provided clinical supervision to team members
- Assessed patient functional abilities, home and work environments, and daily activities to determine necessary interventions
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to develop comprehensive treatment programs for patients
- Conducted educational training in occupational therapy topics including ergonomics and injury prevention
Team Leader
Body in Motion Health
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Set performance expectations for a team of 10 full time employees, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Maintained a case load of 30+ clients during this time.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess individual team member progress
- Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - Health Sciences
Auckland University of Technology
01.2020
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy -
Otago Polytechnic
01.2016
Skills
- AHPRA Registered
- Active Working with Children Check
- Client-centred approach
- Activity analysis
- Clinical reasoning
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Paediatric therapy
- Assistive technology
- Wheelchair seating
- Workplace ergonomics
- Neurological rehabilitation
Training and Accreditation
- Cognition and Brain Injury, facilitating rehabilitation from acute to community settings | Cognitive Solutions, Sarah Mathers
- Level 1 Wheelchair and Seating accredited | Enable NZ
- 24 hour positioning (lying) accredited | Enable NZ
- Occupational Therapy fieldwork educators' workshop | Otago Polytechnic
- Child Health Integrated Pathway Governance Group | Whakatane Hospital Child Development Service Representative
- Paediatric Service Development | Whakatane Hospital Child Development Service Representative
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Occupational Therapist
Fly2Health
11.2024 - Current
Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Te Whatu Ora, Hauora a Toi
04.2023 - 10.2024
Team Leader
Body in Motion Health
08.2021 - 04.2023
Occupational Therapist
Body in Motion Health
02.2017 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy -
Otago Polytechnic
Post Graduate Certificate - Health Sciences
Auckland University of Technology
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