Diana Poulin
Pinehurst,TX
Summary
Empathetic and gentle Occupational Therapy Assistant with background as OT Assistant inpatient and outpatient settings. Experienced with geriatric populations and patients with dementia. Patient and kind with passion for helping patients improve motor and cognitive skills. Known for strong time management, organization and communication skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
HCA Healthcare Inc.
04.2013 - Current
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with supervising Occupational Therapists to evaluate treatment effectiveness, making necessary adjustments for optimal results.
- Helped determine realistic treatment goals and adjusted steps based on patient progress.
- Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
- Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, educational and vocational areas.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, facilitating data-driven decision-making for treatment plan adjustments.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2012 - 12.2023
- Instructs and assists clients in therapeutic activities.
- Observes patients during treatment, record results, and reports observations to designated medical personnel.
- Transports patients to and from treatment areas.
- Assists in planning , coordinating, and implementing therapeutic activity programs for individuals or groups of clients.
Medical Office Administrator
Texas Sports Medicine Center
09.1996 - 03.2008
- Reviewed and sent medical records to other physicians upon request.
- Scheduled, rescheduled, and cancelled appointments for patients.
- Managed appointments, registrations and patient relations in busy therapy office.
- Received, recorded and filed medical payments by check, cash, and credit card.
- Addressed patient inquiries promptly, providing clear explanations about treatment plans, insurance coverage, billing processes, or other concerns as needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Lone Star College System
Tomball12.2011
Skills
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient Rehabilitation
- Functional Mobility Training
- Patient care planning
- Traumatic Brain Injury Care
- Sensory processing improvements
- Home Modification Planning
- Cognitive Retraining
- Injury Prevention
- Stroke Recovery Assistance
- Sensory integration strategies
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
HCA Healthcare Inc.
04.2013 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2012 - 12.2023
Medical Office Administrator
Texas Sports Medicine Center
09.1996 - 03.2008
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Lone Star College System