Cathy Matsuura
Fairfield,CA
Summary
Dynamic Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience at Fairfield Post Acute Rehab, specializing in geriatric therapy and patient care standards. Proven ability to enhance occupational performance through effective goal setting and compassionate patient rapport building. Skilled in therapeutic exercises and documentation, ensuring high-quality care and successful rehabilitation outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fairfield Post Acute Rehab
Fairfield, California
04.2007 - Current
- Skilled nursing facility provide retraining of ADL's
- Education for compensatory techniques, assistive devices,
- UE/Trunk strengthening
- Sit stand balance for ADL I & safety tolerance tasks
- Collaboration and treatment under the supervision of Occupational Therapist.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Healthy Living Home Health/Trinity Health Services
Fairfield, Vacaville, Suisun, Calif.
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Assisted therapists in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient needs.
- Supervised patient advancements, noting results to ensure consistency with therapy goals.
- Facilitated therapeutic activities, promoting engagement and participation among patients during sessions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care strategies and enhance patient rehabilitation experiences.
- Educated patients and families on home exercise programs, fostering independence and continued progress post-discharge.
- Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, educational and vocational areas.
Occupational Therapy Assistant/FRD Asst
Davis Healthcare
Davis, Calif
07.2012 - 05.2013
- Implemented therapeutic exercises to enhance patient mobility and daily living skills.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to monitor patient progress effectively.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate comprehensive care plans, discuss patient goals
- Maintained a clean and safe therapy environment, ensuring compliance with safety standards
- Promoted professional growth by attending workshops and training seminars on emerging trends in occupational therapy practice.
- Evaluated patients'' progress towards goals regularly, adjusting treatments accordingly for optimal improvement rates.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patient needs and adapted treatment plans accordingly to maximize results.
- Contributed to team success by sharing knowledge and expertise with colleagues as needed for optimal patient care delivery.
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Adapted environments by making changes to patient homes, workplaces and school environments to promote safety, independence and participation.
- Assisted in project coordination, managing schedules and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Supported team communications, facilitating information flow between departments and stakeholders.
- Implemented organizational systems to enhance office efficiency and workflow processes.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CABachelor Of Science - Geophysics
University of California, Ruverside
Riverside, Ca08.1981
Skills
- Fine motor skills
- Clinical team collaboration
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Home modifications
- Mental health support
- Family and patient education
- Documentation skillla
- Treatment implementation through direct patient care
- Goal setting and progress evaluations
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Organizational skills
Accomplishments
COTA student fieldwork supervisor 10+ years
Trained in John Barnes Myofascial release treatment 2015-2019 achieved advanced tx competency levels.
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Healthy Living Home Health/Trinity Health Services
01.2018 - 10.2018
Occupational Therapy Assistant/FRD Asst
Davis Healthcare
07.2012 - 05.2013
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fairfield Post Acute Rehab
04.2007 - Current
Bachelor Of Science - Geophysics
University of California, Ruverside
Associate Of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Sacramento City College