Aracely Rodriguez
Neosho,MO
Summary
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience working in school-based, outpatient, long-term, and skilled nursing facilities. I am committed to providing effective interventions and educational resources. Work under the occupational therapist's guidance and collaborate with other professionals to provide the best treatment and outcome.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Higher Call Nursing Center
09.2022 - Current
- Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments, and home exercises
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury
- Communication with occupational therapists and proper documentation of treatment
- Managed caseloads effectively while prioritizing the needs of each patient
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Vinita Public Schools
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Completed Fieldwork: November 01, 2021- January 14, 2022
- Traveled to four different buildings, grades K to 12, to provide occupational therapy services under the supervision of the occupational therapist
- Written documentation of interventions and progress
- Education and training on fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, social skills, seating and positioning, rest and play, attention and concentration, self-care, and executive functioning
- Professional and cooperative relationships with teachers, administrators, and physical and speech therapists to allow students to be successful in the classroom
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Mercy Therapy Services
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Enhanced patient progress by implementing individualized treatment plans under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist
- Occupational therapy services to adults to improve hand strength, range of motion, fine motor, dynamic standing balance, and endurance to improve ADLs/IADLs
- Provided patients with exercise programs, activity modifications, adaptive equipment, energy conservation and stress management techniques
- Promoted a safe and supportive therapeutic environment through adherence to established protocols and procedures
- Maintained confidentiality of client information according to HIPAA guidelines, protecting privacy rights of individuals receiving services
- Regularly communicated with supervising Occupational Therapists regarding patient updates, challenges faced during sessions, or changes needed in treatment plans
Emergency Department Unit Secretary
Freeman Health System
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Under the direction of the physician and nurse, perform clerical and receptionist duties
- Coordinate with other hospitals to transfer patients, who need higher level of care
- Contact transportation either by air or ground ambulance services
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Central Methodist University
12.2023
Associate of Science - OTA
Crowder College
12.2021
High School Diploma -
Seneca High School
05.2018
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Organization and Time Management
- Adaptive equipment
- Intervention Planning
- Treatment Implementation
Certification
- CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT COTA
- Licensed in the State of Missouri & Oklahoma
Accomplishments
- Central Methodist University Dean's List: 2023
- Honor Society: Phi Theta Kappa
- Crowder College Dean's List: 2020-2022
- Four Academic Letter: GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Class of 2018 Top 10: Rank 8 of 100 students
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Higher Call Nursing Center
09.2022 - Current
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Vinita Public Schools
03.2022 - 05.2022
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Mercy Therapy Services
09.2021 - 10.2021
Emergency Department Unit Secretary
Freeman Health System
08.2019 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Central Methodist University
Associate of Science - OTA
Crowder College
High School Diploma -
Seneca High School