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Christen Meister

Charleston,SC

Summary

Compassionate and enthusiastic Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience providing therapeutic support to patients across various age groups and medical conditions. Proficient in assisting with medical treatment plans and implementing strategies for mobility, daily living activities, and overall quality of life. Passion for promoting patient independence and well-being in diverse healthcare settings.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Level 2 Experience

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2024 - 02.2025
  • Created treatment plans based on patients assessments and needs
  • Modified tasks to help patients progress towards their goals
  • Created plans for when patients will be discharged from the hospital
  • Educated patients on how to use assistive devices properly
  • Taught patients stress management to help them better function in daily activities

Level 2 Experience:

Charleston Hand Therapy Center
03.2024 - 04.2025
  • Developed treatment plans that include pain management, exercise prescription, and custom splint fabrication
  • Provided therapeutic interventions, such as manual therapy, strengthening programs, and home/workplace modifications
  • Educated patients about their condition and treatment options
  • Completed paperwork, such as adding notes to a patient's file and completing insurance paperwork

Level 1 Experience

Psychosocial Focused Rotations
10.2024 - 11.2024
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions by teaching stress management techniques, addressing issues like self-esteem and social skills.
  • Provided education on managing daily life challenges related to mental health conditions

Level 1 Experience

Charleston Hand Therapy Center
07.2024 - 07.2024
  • Observed and assisted fieldwork educator in interventions in the hand therapy clinic.
  • Assisted in reviewing charts and prepared equipment under supervision.
  • Treatment interventions focused on rehab, pain management, and splinting.

Education

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy

Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC
05-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts

College of The Holy Cross
Worcester, MA
05-2010

Skills

  • Functional Movement Training
  • Injury prevention techniques
  • Program Design Abilities
  • Knowledge of human anatomy
  • Pre-and post-natal fitness
  • Nutritional guidance
  • Goal setting and planning
  • Excellent Time Management
  • Leadership and Coaching
  • Reliable and Responsible

Other Work History

Personal Trainer and Health Coach: 2015-2022

  • Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
  • Educated pre and postnatal women on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics.
  • Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.

Professional Organizations

  • American Occupational Therapy Association
  • South Carolina Therapy Association
  • Student Occupational Therapy Assistant Association

Languages

American Sign Language
Limited Working

Timeline

Level 1 Experience

Psychosocial Focused Rotations
10.2024 - 11.2024

Level 1 Experience

Charleston Hand Therapy Center
07.2024 - 07.2024

Level 2 Experience:

Charleston Hand Therapy Center
03.2024 - 04.2025

Level 2 Experience

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2024 - 02.2025

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy

Trident Technical College

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts

College of The Holy Cross
Christen Meister