Jennifer Bobo
Oswego
Summary
Board-certified Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) and Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) with 20 years of clinical expertise specializing in upper extremity rehabilitation. Extensive experience treating complex traumatic hand injuries, post-surgical conditions, and chronic upper limb disorders. Combines advanced clinical skills with leadership, serving as a university adjunct faculty member and lab assistant to educate the next generation of therapists.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist
Duly Health and Care
Naperville, IL
05.2014 - Current
- Fabricate high-level custom static, dynamic, and static-progressive orthoses for complex hand and wrist pathologies.
- Collaborate closely with orthopedic hand surgeons to develop and implement optimal post-operative protocols.
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations, including range of motion, grip/pinch strength, sensation, and functional capacity.
- Formulated and applied personalized treatment strategies to address the unique needs of diverse patient populations.
- Monitored patient outcomes and adapted therapeutic strategies to optimize recovery.
- Coordinated efforts with multidisciplinary teams to improve overall patient care approaches.
- Mentored entry level therapists, providing guidance on best practices, orthotic fabrication and clinical approaches.
- Supervised Level 1 and 2 Occupational Therapy students
- Held Clinical Coordinator position for The Occupational Therapy department as well as the student program.
Adjunct Faculty Member
Midwestern University
Downers Grove, IL
09.2010 - Current
- Evaluate student performance through written examinations, clinical practicals, and evidence-based research projects.
- Develop and deliver course lectures for graduate-level occupational therapy courses focusing on physical disabilities and hand therapy.
- Evaluate student performance through written examinations, clinical practicals, and assignments/projects.
- Integrate current clinical research and case studies into the curriculum.
- Instruct students during hands-on laboratory sessions for Upper Extremity Occupational Therapy.
- Provide feedback and grading on modalities, student splinting techniques, anatomical landmark identification, MMT and goniometry.
- Instruct students during hands-on laboratory sessions for anatomy, kinesiology, and orthotic fabrication courses.
- Provide feedback and grading on student splinting techniques, anatomical landmark identification, and goniometry.
Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist
Kleiser Therapy Services
Aurora, IL
11.2004 - 05.2014
Education
Masters - Occupational Therapy
Midwestern University
Downers Grove, IL11-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Elmhurst College
Elmhurst, IL02-2002
Skills
- Upper Extremity Rehabilitation
- Custom Orthotic Fabrication
- Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
- Wound & Scar Management
- Joint Mobilization Techniques
- Kinesiology & Anatomy Instruction
- Curriculum & Lab Instruction
- Evidence-Based Practice
Accomplishments
- Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) | Hand Therapy Certification Commission (HTCC)
- Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR) | National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- State Occupational Therapy License [Illinois]
- CPR/AED Certified | American Heart Association
- Co Author of a chapter in Cases in Pediatric Occupational Therapy: Assessment and Intervention.
Timeline
Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist
Duly Health and Care
05.2014 - Current
Adjunct Faculty Member
Midwestern University
09.2010 - Current
Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist
Kleiser Therapy Services
11.2004 - 05.2014
Masters - Occupational Therapy
Midwestern University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Elmhurst College