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Dominique Patterson

Pompton Plains,NJ

Summary

Caring Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant desiring full-time position in pediatric setting with experience working with pediatric and outpatient rehab population to promote health and functionality. Compassionate with gentle demeanor and well-developed communication skills to support patients'/parents' comprehension and progress. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills to create adaptations for patient/student activities.

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Work History

Pediatric Occupational Therapist Assistant

Pediatric Center Of New Jersey
09.2023 - Current
  • Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
  • Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
  • Helped patients with cognitive and mental health conditions to improve ability to think, learn and memorize.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
  • Helped patients improve gross motor skills needs to increase balance, coordination, core, endurance, bilateral integration, proprioceptive and vestibular input.
  • Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
  • Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
  • Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assitant

Eastwick College
Ramsey, NJ
05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Stockton University
Galloway, NJ
05.2018

Skills

  • Activity planning
  • Documentation abilities
  • Time management
  • Positive patient engagement
  • Patient Care Planning
  • Sensory Motor Skills
  • Clinical team collaboration
  • Patient care standards
  • Behavioral/cognitive skills development
  • Effectively work with parents
  • Progress Assessments
  • Treatment Implementation
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Patient Management

Certification

  • National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Assistant #46TA09244100


Timeline

Pediatric Occupational Therapist Assistant

Pediatric Center Of New Jersey
09.2023 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assitant

Eastwick College

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Stockton University
  • National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Assistant #46TA09244100


Dominique Patterson