Amanda Martinez
Valrico,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated OTR/L with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills. Compassionate with patients and their families.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COTA-L
advanced therapy inc
Miami, FL
06.2021 - 02.2024
- Provided individualized interventions to promote functional independence and optimize the quality of life.
- Maintained accurate records of all services provided including progress notes, session notes, and daily logs.
- Participated in case conferences with other healthcare professionals to discuss patient progress and plan for future treatments.
- Collaborated with other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care plans.
- Monitored progress over time and recommended appropriate modifications to treatment plans accordingly.
- Helped patients learn to perform basic tasks such as eating, grooming, and dressing.
- Developed activities that promoted functional independence through fine motor coordination exercises.
- Taught patients and families about conditions and exercises.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement during therapy sessions while motivating clients towards achieving their goals.
COTA-L
Crystal Academy
Coral Gables, FL
11.2017 - 05.2021
- Provided individualized interventions to promote functional independence and optimize the quality of life.
- Participated in case conferences and staffings with other healthcare professionals to discuss patient progress and plan for future treatments.
- Provided instruction in compensatory strategies designed to improve performance in daily living tasks.
- Designed home exercise programs based on each patient's specific needs.
- Collaborated with other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care plans.
- Incorporated family involvement into treatment plans when necessary.
- Attended continuing education courses related to occupational therapy practices and procedures.
- Facilitated therapeutic activities such as exercises and sensory integration techniques.
- Ensured a safe environment by utilizing infection control protocols.
- Instructed patients and families on skills, techniques and exercises for at-home rehabilitation.
- Treated patients to improve fine motor and movement skills.
- Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
- Participated in and supported in-service education and other departmental programs.
- Assisted occupational therapist in evaluation of patients.
Education
Doctorate - Occupational Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Miami12-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Florida International University
Miami, FL04-2021
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Keiser University
Tampa, FL08-2017
Skills
- Pediatric Care
- Time Management Abilities
- Patient Monitoring
- Task Prioritization
- Professionalism
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Patient Care Planning
- Excellent Communication
- Active Listening
- Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Progress Documentation
- Decision-Making
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Therapy Planning
- Written Communication
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Effective Communication
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- NBCOT Certified and Registered
- Florida Licensed Occupational Therapist
Timeline
COTA-L
advanced therapy inc
06.2021 - 02.2024
COTA-L
Crystal Academy
11.2017 - 05.2021
Doctorate - Occupational Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Florida International University
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Keiser University