Hardworking Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant bringing 17 years' experience supporting pediatric to geriatric patients. Skilled at effectively and efficiently delivering rehabilitation services and tracking progress. Skilled in assisting patients and clinicians as well as performing variety of administrative and clerical tasks. Experience in setting appointments, answering patient questions, managing patient accounts and maintaining office inventory. Easily multi-tasks in fast-paced environments. Excellent interpersonal communication skills and cultural awareness.
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Kidz Connect Therapy
Portsmouth, OH
05/15/23 - Current
Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
Documented assessments, treatment goals and patient's progress using standardized note writing format.
Taught patients and families about conditions and exercises.
Conducted assessments of clients' abilities and monitored progress towards their goals.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
National Church Residences
Waverly, OH
08/01/07 - 05/15/23
Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning and sterilizing therapeutic equipment.
Performed in patient advocacy role, championing safety, well-being and rights.
Monitored patient rehabilitative activities for proper execution and offered encouragement.
Monitored vital signs during therapy sessions, reported any changes promptly to supervising therapist.
Encouraged client participation in self-care activities such as dressing, feeding or grooming.
Evaluated home environments for safety hazards and accessibility issues related to mobility needs.
Taught patients how to properly use therapy equipment.
Taught patients and families about conditions and exercises.
Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH
05-2006
Skills
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Sensory Processing Support
Therapeutic Techniques Knowledge
Schedule Coordination
Medical Records Maintenance
Supply Management
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Kidz Connect Therapy
05/15/23 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
National Church Residences
08/01/07 - 05/15/23
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy