Skylar Russell

901-654-9450
smr102009@gmail.com
www.linkedin.com/in/skylar-russell/

EDUCATION
Master of Occupational Therapy | Anticipated May 2024
University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN

Bachelor of Science, Health Studies, Exercise, Sport, Movement Sciences

Concentration | August 2021
University of Memphis | Magna Cum Laude

LEVEL II FIELDWORK EXPERIENCE

Southern Pediatric Therapy | Hernando, MS | January 2024 – March 2024
Pediatric Outpatient
 Completed narrative note style daily documentation and evaluations via EMR application
“Practice Perfect” approved by clinical instructor.
 Updated plans of care as needed with collaboration with clinical instructor to interpret
insurance requirements and appropriate documentation as required
 Administered evaluations and screenings with numerous instruments including PDMS-3, BOT-2,
and Sensory Profile 2.
 Performed treatment for pediatric patients with a variety of conditions including autism spectrum
disorder, sensory processing disorder, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, and ADHD.
 Utilized a variety of techniques for patient treatment including NDT, PNF, sensory integration,
endurance training, strengthening, ADL training, functional mobility, handwriting, and
developmental milestones.
 Collaborated with patients and caregivers to conduct thorough evaluations and treatments while
providing education to caregivers on the patients condition and home exercise programs to
facilitate maximum carryover from therapy to home

Methodist South Hospital | Memphis, TN | September 2023 – December 2023

Inpatient Acute
 Performed evaluations and daily treatments within both the acute care and intensive critical care
settings.
 Completed narrative note style daily documentation and evaluations via Cerner within the
expected time frame of the facility.
 Obtained sufficient and necessary information from relevant resources such as available medical
records, the client, family members, services providers, and clinical observation during the
evaluation process.
 Established an accurate and appropriate plan based on the evaluation results, through
integrating multiple factors such as clients, priorities, contexts, theories, and evidence-based
practice.
 Collaborated and communicated effectively with a wide range of clients, families, peers and
fellow medical professionals.
 Considered client motivation when using occupation-based intervention used such as NDT, PNF,
endurance training, strengthening, ADL training, functional mobility, therapeutic exercise,
functional reach, and grasping activities.
 Clearly and confidently articulated the values and beliefs of the occupational therapy profession
to clients, families, significant others, colleagues, services providers, and the public.
 Researched and provided in-service on the importance of encouraging oral hygiene in the acute
care setting
LEVEL I FIELDWORK EXPERIENCE
Oktibbeha County Hospital Regional Medical Center | Starkville, MS | June 2023
Outpatient Orthopedic
 Performed ROM, MMT, and grip strength testing
 Facilitated use of splinting and modality materials
 Developed and executed treatment plans focused on restoring function
 Assisted with SOAP note style documentation

Merge Memphis | Memphis, TN | March 2023

Clare’s House
 Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions
 Assisted with SOAP note style documentation
 Used therapeutic use of self by navigating discussions with individuals of various mental health
diagnoses

Le Bonheur School Based Therapy | Memphis, TN | September 2022

Hanley Elementary School
 Used therapeutic use of self by engaging daily with students in the classroom or therapy room
 Consulted with teachers about student’s progress and ongoing challenges in the classroom
 Assisted with narrative note style documentation
 Contributed to the screenings process and treatment interventions through the use of play

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Rehabilitation Technician | August 2020 – July 2021
Select Rehabilitation, Memphis, TN

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
Rachel Kay Stevens Therapy Center | September 2022 – September 2023
Vice Chair
 Assisted with daily operations of a student led pro-bono clinic that serves families with limited
resources
 Participated in community events and free screenings for children to promote RKS services
 Managed effective communication with local daycares and schools to offer our services

UTHSC Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) | Spring 2022 – Spring 2024
Member

Tennessee Occupational Therapy Association (TNOTA) | Spring 2022 – Currently

Pediatric Community of Practice Committee Member
 Assisted community occupational therapy practitioners with developing an occupational therapy
screening tool for Special Olympics Tennessee

American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) | Spring 2022 – Currently

TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS

Adult and Child Basic Life Support CPR/AED Certified | Fall 2022 – Fall 2024
American Heart Association