Empathetic and gentle Occupational Therapy Assistant with background as OT Assistant inpatient and outpatient settings. Experienced with geriatric populations and patients with dementia. Patient and kind with passion for helping patients improve motor and cognitive skills. Known for strong time management, organization and communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
COTA-L
Oxford Rehab And Skilled Nursing Facility
11.2016 - Current
Supported and built caring relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Dowdrome, den Synvelopmental delay and dementia.
Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
COTA-L
Nevins Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
09.2012 - 03.2015
Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
Supported and built caring relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, developmental delay and dementia.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
North Shore Community College
Danvers, MA
06.1999
Skills
Active Listening
Daily Living Skills Instruction
Rehabilitation Techniques
Mobility Support
Medication Side Effect Knowledge
Therapeutic Exercise
Timeline
COTA-L
Oxford Rehab And Skilled Nursing Facility
11.2016 - Current
COTA-L
Nevins Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
09.2012 - 03.2015
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
North Shore Community College
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