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Dawn Rodriguez

Summary

Driven and detail-oriented client-centered Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience in pediatric and geriatric outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation settings. Compassionate in making a positive impact by improving individuals lives through the application of acquired skills. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, team player and excellent communication skills. Eager to utilize knowledge and expertise to contribute to a healthcare team dedicated to delivering high quality services.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

The Stepping Stones Group (Futures Healthcore)
08.2013 - Current
  • Administer direct client care to a wide variety of pediatric patients with cognitive, behavioral and learning challenges to improve sensory processing skills, social skills, fine/gross motor coordination, visual motor skills, basic ADLs/IADLs and dynamic balance.
  • Collaborated with supervising Occupational Therapists to evaluate treatment effectiveness, making necessary adjustments for optimal results.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, communicate and recommend home program techniques, family education/handouts to maximize client's functional abilities.
  • Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Allegria Village/Select Rehab/Kindred Healthcare
08.2013 - 07.2022
  • Collaborated with rehab team to implement and provide skilled therapy to patients in sub acute inpatient skilled nursing facility, evaluate treatment effectiveness and making necessary adjustments for optimal results.
  • Adapted treatment approaches according to individual patient preferences, ensuring engagement in the therapeutic process.
  • Provided adaptive equipment recommendations based on individual patient needs, enhancing daily living skills.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Provide in-services to staff regarding safe and proper transfers and pressure relief strategies.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on home exercises, safety awareness, self-care techniques, promoting independence and long-term success.

Education

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy

Baker College
Allen Park, MI
02.2013

Associates of Business - Business Administration And Management

Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI
05.1999

Skills

  • Excellent Communication and organizational skills
  • Autism spectrum understanding/Pediatric therapy techniques
  • Activity analysis
  • Sensory integration strategies, social skills development, fine/gross motor coordination
  • Certified in CPR/AED/FIRST AID
  • Problem-solving/Multitasking Abilities
  • Collaborative Teamwork, efficient documentation and reporting
  • Assistive technology use, wheelchair positioning
  • Fall/injury prevention strategies
  • Group therapy facilitation
  • Upper Extremity Strengthening/Range of Motion Improvement
  • Geriatric Rehabilitation/Dementia Care/Mental Health support

Certification

  • Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy License [June 2013-July 2026]
  • National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy INC [June 2013-March 2025]

(Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Registered COTA)

Certificate of Credentialing December 2017 to Present

  • Child Mental Health Professional (CMHP)
  • Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)
  • Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP)
  • Certified in CPR/AED/FIRST AID (Adult/Child/Infant/Choking) AED/Injury and Universal Precautions

Timeline

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

The Stepping Stones Group (Futures Healthcore)
08.2013 - Current

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Allegria Village/Select Rehab/Kindred Healthcare
08.2013 - 07.2022

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy

Baker College

Associates of Business - Business Administration And Management

Henry Ford College

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