Andrea Bussey Dixon
Colbert,GA
Summary
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with 17 years of experience in providing rehabilitation services and therapeutic interventions to individuals of all ages facing various diagnoses and social impairments. Proficient in documenting progress, conducting assessments, and creating individualized treatment plans to enhance patients' independence and overall wellbeing. Committed to utilizing therapeutic approaches to support clients in reaching their highest potential.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Occupational Therapy Assistant
Global Rehabilitation Services
06.2019 - Current
- Assisted licensed Occupational Therapist in implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in academic /educational areas.
- Support students in developing fine motor skills, sensory integration, and functional independence.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in elementary school settings.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Coordinated interventions with teachers, parents, and other school professionals to ensure student success.
- Adhere to school district policies and state regulation for therapy services
- Participated in IEP meetings, CBI trips and school- related functions.
PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant
Pruitthealth
03.2023 - Current
- Provided skilled services such as activities of daily living (ADL), cognition techniques, and leisure/socialization skills that provided patient(s) with a better quality of life in a geriatric setting.
- Implemented treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist and documented patients progress and goals achieved.
PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant
Saint Mary's/Sacred Heart Hospital
07.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with a variety of diagnoses and conditions with ADLs and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life in acute setting.
- Implemented treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist and documented patients progress and goals achieved.
Contract Occupational Therapy Assistant
Global Rehabilitation Services
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Assisted licensed Occupational Therapist in implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in academic /educational areas.
- Support students in developing fine motor skills, sensory integration, and functional independence.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in elementary school settings.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Coordinated interventions with teachers, parents, and other school professionals to ensure student success.
- Adhere to school district policies and state regulation for therapy services
- Participated in IEP meetings, CBI trips and school- related functions.
Contract Occupational Therapist Assistant
Kindred Healthcare/RehabCare
09.2010 - 01.2019
- Assisted patients with a variety of diagnoses and conditions with ADLs and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life
- Implemented treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist and documented patients progress and goals achieved
- Organized Stroke Support Groups for patients and caregivers
PRN Occupational Therapist Assistant
Halcyon Rehabilitation
10.2010 - 01.2016
- Provided skilled services such as activities of daily living (ADL), cognition techniques, and leisure/socialization skills that provided patient(s) with a better quality of life in a geriatric setting
- Implemented treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist and documented patients' progress and goals achieved
Contract Occupational Therapist Assistant
Kindred Healthcare
10.2008 - 09.2010
- Provided skilled services such as activities of daily living (ADL), cognition techniques, and leisure/socialization skills that provided patient(s) with a better quality of life in a geriatric setting
- Implemented treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist and documented patients' progress and goals achieved
Education
A.A. - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Augusta Technical College
Augusta, GA01.2005
High School Diploma - undefined
Lakeside High School
Evans, GA01.2001
Skills
- Infinite Campus
- PowerSchool
- PaddyNet
- Epic
- NetHealth
- Microsoft Office
- Patient Point of Care (POC)
- Casamba
- Metatech
Certifications
- OTA Certified
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
Timeline
PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant
Pruitthealth
03.2023 - Current
PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant
Saint Mary's/Sacred Heart Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Contract Occupational Therapy Assistant
Global Rehabilitation Services
08.2019 - 06.2021
Contract Occupational Therapy Assistant
Global Rehabilitation Services
06.2019 - Current
PRN Occupational Therapist Assistant
Halcyon Rehabilitation
10.2010 - 01.2016
Contract Occupational Therapist Assistant
Kindred Healthcare/RehabCare
09.2010 - 01.2019
Contract Occupational Therapist Assistant
Kindred Healthcare
10.2008 - 09.2010
High School Diploma - undefined
Lakeside High School
A.A. - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Augusta Technical College
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