Jada Gooch
Billings
Summary
I am a compassionate Occupational Therapist with a strong focus on patient-centered care and evidence-based practices. Proven ability to enhance patient independence and optimize discharge planning through effective interdisciplinary collaboration.
Professionally provides therapeutic interventions and assessments to variety of medically complex patients. Skills including establishing rapport with patients, creating individualized treatment plans to maximize patient's independence and wellbeing. I focused on using meaningful client centered interventions in effort to help clients reach highest potential.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Aya Healthcare- Billings Clinic Hospital
Billings, MT
12.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients in developing personalized treatment plans to improve daily living skills, mobility and safety.
- Performed comprehensive, patient centered evaluations for diverse, unique and various diagnoses for each patient.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and support.
- Guided patients and families in understanding therapeutic techniques as well as home safety education to ensure consistent carryover for a safe discharge.
Occupational Therapist
Aya Healthcare- HCA Blake Hospital
Bradenton, FL
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Evaluated patients'' functional abilities and developed individualized therapy plans specifically in the burn unit.
- Conducted assessments using standardized tests evaluate patient progress and adjust therapy goals accordingly.
- Utilized evidence-based practices specifically in the burn intensive care unit to enhance treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes.
Occupational Therapist
Aya Healthcare- SUNY Upstate Hospital
Syracuse, NY
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted assessments in intensive care units, mostly cardiac intensive care working on early mobilization post operation day zero.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
Occupational Therapist
Aya Healthcare- Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, MD
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive approach to patient care, optimizing overall outcomes in the hospital setting.
- Facilitated patient independence in daily living activities, employing adaptive equipment and environmental modifications.
- Implemented adaptive equipment strategies to facilitate improved mobility and independence.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY10-2018
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Science
Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY05-2017
Skills
- Family and patient centered education focus by establishing motivating interventions for each individual patient
- Clinical reasoning along with efficient collaboration with co-workers and various staff members focusing on interdisciplinary approach
- Direct patient care in intensive care units by working with a variety of diagnosis including critical care cardiac patients and significant burn survivors
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Aya Healthcare- Billings Clinic Hospital
12.2025 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Aya Healthcare- HCA Blake Hospital
09.2025 - 11.2025
Occupational Therapist
Aya Healthcare- Johns Hopkins Hospital
09.2025 - 12.2025
Occupational Therapist
Aya Healthcare- SUNY Upstate Hospital
02.2025 - 08.2025
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Ithaca College
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Science
Ithaca College