Elizabeth Bienert
Freeland,MD
Summary
Recent Occupational Therapy Assistant graduate with practical experience in providing comprehensive patient care. Strong understanding of occupational therapy principles and techniques, combined with excellent communication skills, patience, and empathy. Notable contributions in previous work include implementing patient treatment plans effectively, educating patients about therapeutic exercises, and maintaining accurate records of patient progress.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Sheppard Pratt Health System, Residential Treatment Center
Towson, MD
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Performed resident assessments to identify areas of need and design individualized therapy programs.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure safe delivery of services to residents
- Collaborated with Occupational Therapy students in planning and co-leading clinical groups to educate residents on coping and life skills.
- Participated in bi-weekly interprofessional team meetings to discuss resident's current plan of care
- Documented assessments, treatment goals, and resident's progress using a standardized note-writing format.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
WellSpan Surgery & Rehabilitation Hospital
York, PA
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Implemented therapeutic interventions, such as exercises, stretching activities, and functional activities.
- Provided instruction on the use of adaptive equipment and assistive devices to maximize independence.
- Treated a variety of patients who suffered a TBI, CVA, SCI, and patients who were diagnosed with MS and Parkinson's
- Administered tests to evaluate motor function skills such as strength testing or range of motion measurements.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure safe delivery of services to patients.
Personal Care Assistant
Country Meadows Retirement Communities
York, PA
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Ensured the safety of patients by monitoring the environment and responded promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Administered bedside and personal care, such as ambulation and personal hygiene assistance.
- Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, or canes as needed.
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to thesupervisor immediately.
Education
Associate of Arts - Occupational Therapy Assistant
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD08-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Washington College
Chestertown, MD05-2019
Skills
- Group Therapy
- Assessment skills
- Client Education
- Physiology knowledge
- Progress Documentation
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
Certification
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) – American Heart Association or Red Cross.
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Sheppard Pratt Health System, Residential Treatment Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
WellSpan Surgery & Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
Personal Care Assistant
Country Meadows Retirement Communities
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) – American Heart Association or Red Cross.
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Associate of Arts - Occupational Therapy Assistant
The Community College of Baltimore County
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Washington College
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