Bj Creech

Compassionate and adaptable Occupational Therapist with active Georgia and Florida licensure and over 10 years of school-based occupational therapy experience serving pediatric populations as both a COTA and Occupational Therapist. Skilled in delivering individualized, evidence-based interventions through in-person and telehealth service models. Experienced in collaborating with educators, families, administrators, and interdisciplinary teams to support student success across educational environments.

Strong background in evaluations, IEP development, Medicaid-compliant documentation, sensory integration, executive functioning, fine motor, visual motor, and adaptive interventions. Recognized for strong communication, empathy, independent caseload management, and commitment to improving student participation and functional outcomes.

Occupational Therapist – Independent Practitioner - Stepping Stones Pediatric Physical Therapy Services, LLC - Georgia & Florida

(2018-07)

• Provide school-based occupational therapy services for multiple school systems serving students with diverse developmental, neurological, orthopedic, and educational needs
• Conduct evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans and IEP goals, and implement evidence-based interventions to improve student participation and functional performance
• Deliver interventions targeting fine motor skills, visual motor integration, handwriting, executive functioning, sensory processing, self-regulation, adaptive skills, and classroom participation
• Collaborate with educators, families, therapists, psychologists, and special education teams to support student success and educational access
• Utilize classroom-based strategies, adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, and consultation services to improve independence and engagement
• Maintain electronic documentation, Medicaid billing, evaluations, progress reports, and compliance records using Paddynet
• Independently manage a large and diverse caseload across multiple school campuses
• Utilize telehealth and virtual collaboration strategies to support continuity of services and caregiver/teacher education

PRN Occupational Therapist - Suwannee Home Care - Lake City, FL

(2022-08 - 2025-01)

• Provided home health occupational therapy services focused on improving patient independence, safety, and participation in daily activities
• Collaborated with families and healthcare professionals to establish individualized goals and continuity of care
• Completed timely electronic documentation and progress reporting

PRN Occupational Therapist - PT Solutions – The Orchard

(2022-07 - 2023-01)

• Provided skilled occupational therapy services within an assisted living facility setting for patients with neurological, orthopedic, and cognitive conditions
• Facilitated interventions to improve ADLs, mobility, safety awareness, strength, endurance, and functional independence
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams and family members to support individualized patient goals
• Maintained documentation using WebPT electronic medical records system

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Tri-State Rehabilitation, Inc.

(2016-02 - 2019-02)

• Delivered school-based occupational therapy services within multiple county school systems under occupational therapist supervision
• Provided interventions targeting handwriting, fine motor skills, visual motor integration, sensory regulation, classroom participation, and adaptive functioning
• Supported students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, developmental delays, and other educational disabilities
• Collaborated with teachers, therapists, and families to implement individualized interventions and classroom strategies
• Assisted with documentation, Medicaid billing, progress monitoring, and implementation of IEP goals using Paddynet

PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - TMC – Suwannee Valley Nursing Home - Jasper, FL

(2016-02 - 2020-02)

• Provided occupational therapy interventions for patients with CVA, TBI, COPD, amputations, Dementia, and orthopedic conditions
• Promoted patient participation, safety, and independence through therapeutic activities and ADL training
• Communicated patient progress and treatment updates with supervising occupational therapists

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy - Keiser University (2021-06) Fort Lauderdale, FL

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant - Keiser University (2015-12) Tallahassee, FL