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Linda Diane Decker

Brownsville,Texas

Summary

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant with over a decade of dedicated service at All About Kids Home Health. Many years with hospital, outpatient adults and pediatrics and inpatient rehab/nursing homes. Experience in many areas in each setting. Showcasing and exceptional blend of time management, problem solving, and teamwork skills. New EEV/HHA documentation knowledge. Demonstrated leadership and adaptability in providing high-quality care, coupled with a strong ability to communicate effectively and think critically in diverse therapeutic settings. Poised to leverage theses skills to further enhance patient outcomes and contribute to the field of occupational therapy.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Complete Medical Staffing
Denver, CO
01.2004 - 09.2011

This was a traveling Staffing service.

  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Focus Rehabilitation Out Patient Clinic
Brownsville, TX
09.2009 - 09.2011
  • Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
  • Collaborated with other health care professionals to develop strategies for improving the quality of life for clients.
  • Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning and sterilizing therapeutic equipment.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers.
  • Developed activities that promoted functional independence through fine motor coordination exercises.
  • Demonstrated proper body mechanics when assisting patients with transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Monitored vital signs during therapy sessions, reported any changes promptly to supervising therapist.
  • Maintained a safe environment throughout all therapy sessions by adhering to safety protocols.
  • Observed clients' behavior during therapy sessions for evidence of improvement or regression.
  • Encouraged client participation in self-care activities such as dressing, feeding or grooming.
  • Helped patients learn to perform basic tasks such as eating, grooming and dressing.
  • Taught patients how to properly use therapy equipment.
  • Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

All About Kids Home Health
Harlingen, Tx.
09.2011 - Present
  • Assisted occupational therapists in developing individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
  • Collaborated with other health care professionals to develop strategies for improving the quality of life for clients.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers.
  • Developed activities that promoted functional independence through fine motor coordination exercises.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and progress reports.
  • Encouraged client participation in self-care activities such as dressing, feeding or grooming.
  • Helped patients learn to perform basic tasks such as eating, grooming and dressing.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance

Apollo College
Tucson, AZ
03-1997

Skills

  • Treatment Planning Expertise
  • Safety Procedures
  • Therapy Communication
  • Self-Care Instructions
  • Equipment Use Instruction
  • Acute And Rehabilitative Care
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Patient Service
  • Knowledge Of Treatments
  • Therapeutic Equipment
  • Therapeutic Techniques Understanding
  • Range Of Motion Exercises
  • Communication
  • Therapeutic Techniques Knowledge
  • Emergency Response
  • Schedule Management
  • Electronic Documentation
  • Proficient on EEV/HHA

Timeline

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

All About Kids Home Health
09.2011 - Present

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Focus Rehabilitation Out Patient Clinic
09.2009 - 09.2011

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Complete Medical Staffing
01.2004 - 09.2011

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance

Apollo College
Linda Diane Decker