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Charles S Jordan BS Kinesiology, COTA/L, CLT

Mesquite,NV

Summary

I am very interested in your open position for COTA.

Compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant-Licensed, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient assessment, development of individualized treatment plans, and adaptive equipment utilization to enhance patient independence. Excel at communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring positive outcomes in therapeutic environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

COTA-L PRN/Full

Mesa Physical Therapy
Mesquite, NV
08.2020 - Current
  • Developed treatment plans that addressed physical, cognitive, social and emotional, and safety-related issues.
  • Conducted home visits to assess living environment for potential hazards or barriers to independent functioning.
  • Ensured a safe environment by utilizing infection control protocols.
  • Monitored progress over time and made appropriate modifications to treatment plans accordingly.
  • Maintained accurate records of all services provided including progress notes, daily logs, evaluation forms.
  • Attended continuing education courses related to occupational therapy practices and procedures.
  • Promoted self-care skills by providing education on proper body mechanics and strategies for energy conservation.
  • Assisted with community reintegration activities such as job coaching, transportation training, leisure time activities.
  • Instructed patients in the use of adaptive equipment.
  • Completed comprehensive assessments to evaluate and identify patient needs, goals, and objectives.
  • Adhered to federal regulations regarding reimbursement policies for occupational therapy services.
  • Facilitated therapeutic activities such as exercises and sensory integration techniques.
  • Participated in case conferences and staffings with other healthcare professionals to discuss patient progress and plan for future treatments.

Self-employed (construction)
07.2019 - 10.2022
  • I have successfully completed various tasks such as framing structures, painting walls, installing tiles, laying concrete foundations, constructing French drains, roof repairs and maintenance projects as well as landscape design and maintenance.

COTA-L

Southern Utahn Veterans Home Ivins
Ivins, UT
03.2019 - 05.2022
  • Maintained accurate records of all services provided including progress notes, daily logs, evaluation forms.
  • Coordinated transition planning from hospitalization or rehabilitation back into the community setting.
  • Instructed patients in the use of adaptive equipment.
  • Monitored progress over time and made appropriate modifications to treatment plans accordingly.
  • Developed treatment plans that addressed physical, cognitive, social and emotional, and safety-related issues.
  • Conducted home visits to assess living environment for potential hazards or barriers to independent functioning.
  • Participated in case conferences and staffings with other healthcare professionals to discuss patient progress and plan for future treatments.
  • Provided instruction in compensatory strategies designed to improve performance in daily living tasks.
  • Promoted self-care skills by providing education on proper body mechanics and strategies for energy conservation.

COTA-L

Advanced Health Care of St. George
St. George, UT
02.2018 - 05.2022
  • Adhered to federal regulations regarding reimbursement policies for occupational therapy services.
  • Maintained accurate records of all services provided including progress notes, daily logs, evaluation forms.
  • Coordinated transition planning from hospitalization or rehabilitation back into the community setting.
  • Instructed patients in the use of adaptive equipment.
  • Developed treatment plans that addressed physical, cognitive, social and emotional, and safety-related issues.

BS Kinesiology

WNMU
01.2015 - 05.2017
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

KRMC/Brendon house, SNF-TCU OT department
Kalispell, MT
01.2014 - 11.2014
  • Implemented effective strategies in ADL training
  • Home evaluations
  • Provided instruction to new team members on Hoyer lift and gate belt procedures
  • Demonstrated proficiency in delivering high-quality care across diverse units such as in-patient, out-patient, acute care, ICU, and wound care
  • Encouraged clients by providing positive reinforcement for achievements made during therapy sessions.
  • Provided direct care to clients, including therapeutic activities and exercises.
  • Implemented modifications in treatment plans based on changes in patient status or new information obtained from assessments.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings with other health professionals involved in the care of a particular patient.

OTA degree

WMNU
01.2011 - 12.2013
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Group coordinator, Sierra Community Counseling Center
05.2011 - 12.2013
  • Managed pickup and drop-off logistics for students attending group sessions.
  • Ensured safety at youth gatherings.
  • Supported group engagement by offering meals and snacks following participation.
  • Ensured effective participation in social activities and promoted group involvement

Equipment operator, Freeport McMorran, Tyrone Mine
09.2007 - 03.2011
  • Used a variety of heavy machinery to complete assigned tasks
  • Optimized mine dewatering processes to minimize costs and environmental impact while maintaining high performance standards.
  • Developed expertise in both welding and fabrication disciplines
  • Executed regular maintenance on SXEW system
  • Served as a first responder and part of the emergency response team.

Education

Certification - Lymphedema

Academy of Lymphatic Studies
Sebastian, FL
04-2024

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM
05.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance

OTA
Silver City, NM
12-2013

NV #OTA-2385 -

State of Nevada

Skills

  • Pain Management Techniques
  • Geriatric Care
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Patient and Family Education
  • Orthopedic Treatment
  • Sensory integration technique
  • Cognitive development
  • In-service training of staff
  • ADL training and daily integration
  • Manual Lymph drainage, Vodder Technique, and decongestive Therapy

References

Jared Matheson (575-329-0535)

Russel Wood (435-619-5396)

Kristine Lim (702-426-2925)

Doug Petterson (801-678-3175)

Timeline

COTA-L PRN/Full

Mesa Physical Therapy
08.2020 - Current

Self-employed (construction)
07.2019 - 10.2022

COTA-L

Southern Utahn Veterans Home Ivins
03.2019 - 05.2022

COTA-L

Advanced Health Care of St. George
02.2018 - 05.2022

BS Kinesiology

WNMU
01.2015 - 05.2017

Occupational Therapy Assistant

KRMC/Brendon house, SNF-TCU OT department
01.2014 - 11.2014

Group coordinator, Sierra Community Counseling Center
05.2011 - 12.2013

OTA degree

WMNU
01.2011 - 12.2013

Equipment operator, Freeport McMorran, Tyrone Mine
09.2007 - 03.2011

Certification - Lymphedema

Academy of Lymphatic Studies

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Western New Mexico University

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance

OTA

NV #OTA-2385 -

State of Nevada
Charles S Jordan BS Kinesiology, COTA/L, CLT