Deisy Fernandez
Woodbridge,VA
Summary
A newly licensed and dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant. Experienced with pediatric populations and community mental health. Patient and kind with a passion for helping patients to improve motor and cognitive skills. Known for strong time management, organization, and communication skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Receptionist
Woodbridge Internal Medicine
01.2019 - Current
- Checked 40-60 patients in and out for appointments and collected co-payments daily, scheduled appointments; optimizing patient satisfaction, provider time and treatment room utilization.
- Delivered high-quality administrative and customer service to sustain patient and work flows by training 4 new staff workers on office procedures, insurance processes and medical terminology
- Carried out daily tasks by professionally communicating with physicians, technicians and medical assistants.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Prince William County Public Schools
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Rappahannock Area Community Service Board
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Engaged clients in therapeutic groups to promote and educate on lifestyle skills to facilitate functional daily living.
- Documented client interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
- Identified and addressed individual mental health challenges to support clients in daily activities through collaboration with the client and mental health professionals
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Inova Loudoun Hospital Outpatient Specialty Rehab
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Assisted in developing, implementing, and documenting individualized treatment plans for 13 patients under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
- Performed daily maintenance of the treatment area, including stocking supplies and cleaning equipment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of treatments delivered per established policies and procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Northern Virginia Community College
Springfield, VA05.2023
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- HIPAA Compliance
- Fluent in Spanish
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Documentation Skills
- Patient Care Standards
Certification
- Virginia Board of Occupational Therapy [License #0131002924]
- National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy, INC. Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant [Certification #504118}
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association 2022-2024
- First Aid, American Heart Association 2022-2023
Affiliations
- 09/2021 - Present: Member of Virginia Occupational Therapy Association
- 09/2021 - Present: Member of American Occupational Therapy Association
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Rappahannock Area Community Service Board
03.2023 - 05.2023
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Inova Loudoun Hospital Outpatient Specialty Rehab
01.2023 - 03.2023
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Prince William County Public Schools
07.2022 - 12.2023
Medical Receptionist
Woodbridge Internal Medicine
01.2019 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Northern Virginia Community College