David Pruitt
UAB Health System
Northport
12
years of professional experience
Empathetic and gentle Occupational Therapy Assistant. Experienced with geriatric populations and patients with dementia. Patient and kind with passion for helping patients to improve motor and cognitive skills. Known for strong time management, organization and communication skills.
Hardworking Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant bringing 5 years' experience supporting all patients including but not limited to patients who have had strokes, joint replacements, TBIs etc. Skilled at effectively and efficiently delivering rehabilitation services and tracking progress. Expert in Casamba and online documentation and main area of experience is in SNFs and Inpatient Rehab.
Work History
COTA/L & Rehab Director
12 Years 1 Month- Treated patients using the established treatment plan under the supervision of occupational therapists.
- Assisted the occupational therapist in the evaluation of patients.
- Gathered patient data and monitored patient progress at all stages of therapy.
- Facilitated understanding of the rehabilitation process by communicating with patients and families.
- Documented assessments, treatment goals, and patient's progress using a standardized note writing format.
- Evaluated patients' rehabilitative needs, developed treatment plans and goals and delivered appropriate therapy.
- Supported patients in daily living activities and maintenance programs under supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
- Manage Therapy Department
- Scheduling
COTA/L PRN Inpatient Rehab
12 Years 2 MonthsEducation
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Skills
Patient rehabilitation
Patient care planning
POS Documentation efficient
Clinical team collaboration
Patient assessment
Organization
Efficient time management
Critical and clinical thinking and reasoning
Education and Training
other
Timeline
COTA/L & Rehab Director
Restore Therapy Services
09.2014 - CurrentRead More
COTA/L PRN Inpatient Rehab
UAB Health System
08.2014 - CurrentRead More
Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
Associate of Applied Science from Occupational Therapy Assistance
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