Amanda Walters
Coconut Creek
Summary
Dynamic Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant with extensive experience at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital. Expert in developing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress for stroke and TBI patients. Proven ability in interdisciplinary collaboration and data analysis, enhancing rehabilitation outcomes while educating families on effective therapy techniques. Committed to delivering quality care and promoting patient independence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for patients in an acute care setting.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to enhance patient rehabilitation outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress, documenting improvements and challenges effectively.
- Educated patients and families on therapy techniques and home exercise programs.
- Specialized in stroke and TBI interventions.
- Leadership roles including assistance in brain injury program data analysis, educational in-services to patients and healthcare professionals.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Movement Therapy Centers
01.2021 - 02.2024
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient needs.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to enhance patient progress through targeted interventions.
- Monitored patient responses to therapeutic activities, adjusting approaches as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on therapy techniques and home exercises to promote independence.
- Specialized in neuro degenerative disorders including Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, and Cerebral Palsy.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Select Rehab
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Documented patient progress meticulously in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, encouraging peer support and engagement among participants.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Managed caseloads effectively while maintaining a focus on quality care delivery for each patient served.
Education
Associate of Science - Science
Concorde Career College
Miramar, FL08-2018
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Treatment planning
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Progress monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Neurodegenerative disorders
- Stroke recovery interventions
- Traumatic brain injury support
- Data analysis in therapy
- Compliance with regulations
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Neurological rehabilitation
Certification
Certified in Hemi-Move interventions for stroke patients
Vision Screening training
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Movement Therapy Centers
01.2021 - 02.2024
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Select Rehab
10.2020 - 08.2022
Associate of Science - Science
Concorde Career College