Elizabeth Arias
The Bronx,NY
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Massage Therapist
Maxwell Medical
New York, NY
12.2016 - Current
- Provided professional massage therapy services for clients, including Swedish and deep tissue massage techniques.
- Assessed client needs and developed individualized treatments plans to address the specific health needs of each client.
- Documented clients' medical histories and conditions in order to determine contraindications to treatment.
- Educated clients on proper body mechanics, posture awareness, self-care strategies and stress management techniques.
- Developed relationships with referring physicians and other healthcare professionals when needed.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding their current condition as well as any changes observed during the course of treatment.
- Attended continuing education courses related to massage therapy in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in the field.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to each session in order to identify any new information that may affect treatment plan decisions.
Level 1 – Session 3
Empower Rehab Occupational & Physical Therapy PLLC
New York, NY
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Managed a caseload of 7-10 patients
- Provided manual therapy and modalities to patients
- Instructed patients on their exercise program
- Experienced in treating various conditions such as limb amputations, trigger fingers, and shoulder and rotator cuff surgeries.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises, modalities, and activities to improve motor performance skills.
- Performed sensory integration activities using various tools such as swings, balls, sand trays.
- Encouraged family involvement in the rehabilitation process through education sessions.
Level 1 – Session 2
Montefiore Hospital & Medical Ctr.
New York, NY
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted with a caseload of 6 patients per fieldwork day.
- Assisted with Instructing patients in self-care activities such as dressing, grooming, bathing and feeding with supervision.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care for patients across multiple settings.
- Assisted with the development of leisure activities that promote physical strength, coordination and functional mobility.
- Assisted with documenting progress notes, evaluations, and discharge notes.
- Provided comprehensive assessments of patients to identify deficits in physical, cognitive and psychosocial functioning.
- Experience with CVA, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, limb amputation, COVID-19, myocardial surgeries, Tracheostomies, and Cerebral Palsy.
Observation Hours
Maxwell Medical
New York, NY
10.2021 - 10.2021
- Observed and practiced creating individualized treatment plans for patients ages 18-60, with injuries to their motor functioning skills
- Learned how to improve the fine motor skills of patients with a wide range of different approaches and equipment, including gait trainers and EMS/TENS machines
- Helped document and observe patients’ progress throughout their treatment in their electronic program, InSync
- Worked with Physical Therapists, Chiropractors, and Medical Doctors to provide diverse therapies to patients.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
New York University
New York, NY01-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Lehman College of The City University Of New York
01.2021
Skills
- Front desk management
- Goal Setting
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Social skills
- Reflective listening
- Strong manual dexterity
- Strong knowledge of Human Anatomy/Biomechanics
- Inventory management
- Planning and coordination
- Team management
- First Aid/CPR/AED
- Customer service
- Problem resolution
- Documentation skills
- Team collaboration skills
- Patient evaluations
- Observational skills
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Licensed Massage Therapist, New York, 030047-01
- Theragun Certificate, New York, 030047-01
Organizations
AMTA – American Massage Therapy Association
AOTA - American Occupational Therapy Association
References
- Cesar Salce, OTR/L, Maxwell Medical, C.Salce@maxwellmed.com, 917.375.2443
- Mackenzie Hubert, Chiropractor, Rockefeller Health Medical, Mackalltrades@gmail.com, 908.216.5487
Timeline
Level 1 – Session 3
Empower Rehab Occupational & Physical Therapy PLLC
02.2024 - 03.2024
Level 1 – Session 2
Montefiore Hospital & Medical Ctr.
11.2023 - 11.2023
Observation Hours
Maxwell Medical
10.2021 - 10.2021
Licensed Massage Therapist
Maxwell Medical
12.2016 - Current
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
New York University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Lehman College of The City University Of New York
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