Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Select Rehabilitation
Charlotte , NC
01.2021 - Current
Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on topics such as self-care skills, social interaction skills and communication strategies.
Instructed patients and families on proper use of adaptive equipment to promote independence in home or community settings.
Supervised Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants in providing appropriate therapeutic activities to clients.
Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, goals and outcomes.
Managed multiple caseloads simultaneously while maintaining high quality care standards for all clients.
Director of Business Development
Right At Home Health Care
Mooresville , NC
01.2022 - 09.2022
Established relationships with clients, vendors, suppliers, partners, and other stakeholders to ensure successful collaborations.
Developed and implemented a comprehensive business development strategy for the organization.
Organized promotional events such as conferences, exhibitions, trade shows to reach out to target customers.
Generated leads and capitalized on valuable business opportunities to bring in new clients.
Developed and significantly grew assigned territory using strong engagement and marketing skills.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Broad River Rehabilitation
Wadesboro, NC
02.2019 - 01.2021
Promoted higher quality of life for patients and improved overall comfort and conditions by assisting with activities of daily living.
Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
Administered standardized tests to measure client's performance in areas such as strength, range of motion, sensation and coordination.
Created detailed records of patient evaluations, treatments, progress and discharge summaries.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and progress reports.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Travel Therapist
Austin, TX
03.2016 - 12.2018
Traveled to multiple cities across the country as a travel COTA
Worked with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive treatment and support.
Adjusted treatment plans based on in-progress evaluations and patient satisfaction.
Engaged with community organizations to promote awareness of occupational therapy services.
Assisted individuals returning from hospitalization in adjusting back into their home environment.
Designed therapeutic activities to improve physical strength, coordination, balance, posture, sensory integration skills.
Supported family members by providing education about the condition of the patient and available resources.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
Greenville SC, SC
03.2015 - 02.2016
Evaluated patients' rehabilitative needs, developed treatment plans and goals and delivered appropriate therapy.
Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
Waitress
Smoke On The Water
Greenville , SC
06.2013 - 02.2016
Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
Retail Sales Associate
Victorias Secret
Asheville , NC
01.2011 - 12.2012
Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
Assisted in training new employees on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
Provided product information and answered customer questions.
Operated point-of-sale systems accurately to process payments from customers.
Assisted customers by asking open-ended questions to understand needs and suggest suitable merchandise.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Brown Mackie College
Greenville, SC
02-2014
BBA - Business Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Relationship Building
Team Collaboration
Adaptability and Flexibility
Problem-solving aptitude
Analytical Thinking
Timeline
Director of Business Development
Right At Home Health Care
01.2022 - 09.2022
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Select Rehabilitation
01.2021 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Broad River Rehabilitation
02.2019 - 01.2021
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Travel Therapist
03.2016 - 12.2018
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
03.2015 - 02.2016
Waitress
Smoke On The Water
06.2013 - 02.2016
Retail Sales Associate
Victorias Secret
01.2011 - 12.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Brown Mackie College
BBA - Business Management
Western Governors University
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