Carrie Grantland
Decatur,AL
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable Occupational Therapy Assistant with a strong focus on patient care and progress monitoring. Known for implementing tailored treatment interventions that promote independence and support recovery for diverse patient populations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Champion, Partners in Rehab
Huntsville, Alabama
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to evaluate patient progress and adjust therapy goals accordingly.
- Educated patients and families on therapeutic exercises and strategies to enhance daily living skills.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient evaluations, treatments, and progress notes in compliance with regulations.
- Utilized adaptive equipment to facilitate improved mobility and independence for patients during therapy sessions.
- Conducted group/concurrent therapy sessions to promote social interaction and support among patients with similar challenges.
- Facilitated communication between interdisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive care delivery for all patients served.
- Participated in interdisciplinary/care plan meetings to discuss patient goals and coordinate effective care strategies.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Signature Health Care, Whitesburg Gardens
Huntsville, Alabama
02.2015 - 03.2024
- Conducted group therapy sessions to promote social interaction and support among patients with similar challenges.
- Supported the training of new staff members on procedures, safety protocols, and best practices in patient care.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, ensuring efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, educational and vocational areas.
- Efficiently managed time while maintaining high-quality service standards throughout all aspects of job responsibilities.
- Supported patient recovery by implementing therapeutic exercises and functional activities.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in [Type] settings.
- Enhanced patient progress by providing one-on-one assistance during therapy sessions.
- Educated patients and families on home exercise programs, promoting continued healing outside the clinical setting.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to address common challenges faced by patients in a supportive environment.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, ALSkills
- Therapeutic exercises
- Activity analysis
- Fine motor skills
- Wheelchair assessments
- Clinical team collaboration
- Group therapy facilitation
- Geriatric therapy
- Cognitive retraining
- Balance training
- Progress monitoring
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Family and patient education
- Documentation skills
- Treatment implementation
- Direct patient care
- Time management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Adaptive equipment
- Strength training
- Patient care planning
- Effective communication
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Champion, Partners in Rehab
03.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Signature Health Care, Whitesburg Gardens
02.2015 - 03.2024
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Wallace State Community College