Dixie Taylor
Wylie,TX
Summary
Resourceful Level II Fieldwork Student known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient assessment, therapeutic intervention design, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Excel using critical thinking, communication, and adaptability to foster patient progress and support team objectives.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Level II Fieldwork Student
Arkansas Pediatric Therapy
Van Buren, AR
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Assisted in the implementation of treatment plans as outlined by supervising Occupational Therapist.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure quality care was provided.
- Educated family members about proper techniques and strategies to support care at home.
- Provided feedback regarding modifications that may be necessary for successful outcomes.
- Shadowed fully qualified professionals to gain deep understanding of assessment, intervention and consultation processes.
Level II Fieldwork Student
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Fort Smith, Arkansas
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided patient education and instruction on therapeutic activities.
- Observed patient performance to identify areas of difficulty or improvement.
- Demonstrated appropriate use of adaptive equipment for clients.
- Performed client-centered interventions to improve physical functioning skills.
- Educated family members about proper techniques and strategies to support care at home.
- Participated in weekly case conferences with interdisciplinary team members.
- Studied regularly to stay current on terminology and treatment strategies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR12-2023
Skills
- Professional Communication
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Intervention Planning
- Health Promotion
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Data Collection
- Patient Education
- Time management abilities
- Patient positioning understanding
- Continuous Improvement
- Problem-Solving
- Effective Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Progress Monitoring
- Clinical Training
- Rehabilitation Planning
- Patient Advocacy
- Decision-Making
- Adaptive equipment use
- Relationship Building
Certification
- CPR Certification - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Level II Fieldwork Student
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
11.2023 - 01.2024
Level II Fieldwork Student
Arkansas Pediatric Therapy
09.2023 - 11.2024
- CPR Certification - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Arkansas Tech University
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