Elizabeth Laird
Pottstown,PA
Summary
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with two decades of experience specializing in geriatrics and pediatrics. Demonstrated proficiency in managing patient caseloads, developing effective treatment plans, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration within nursing home settings. Committed to delivering high-quality care in diverse environments while enhancing patient outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Powerback rehab- Sanatogo Center
Sanatogo, PA
01.2017 - Current
- Conducted therapy for orthopedic and neurological conditions
- Managed patient positioning and mobility equipment
- Collaborated with staff to create cohesive care plans
Assistant Director of Rehabilitation / Occupational Therapy Assistant
Aventura at Pembrooke
West Chester, PA
12.2022 - 01.2025
- Provide therapy for Skilled and Long-Term Care Residents
- Develop and manage treatment care plans including ADLs, medication management, and overall function
- Act as DOR in the Director's absence: manage meetings, schedules, ARD's, and therapy end dates
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and supervise staff
Occupational Therapy Assistant
UHS - Life Works Schools
, PA
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked with children 8-21 with multiple disabilities
- Enhanced handwriting, fine motor, and visual motor skills.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Tender Touch Rehab - Rosewood Gardens
Broomall, PA
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Delivered therapy services in long-term care settings
- Developed and managed individualized treatment plans
- Utilized electronic medical records for documentation
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Mitchell Martin Healthcare
Philadelphia, PA
03.2008 - 01.2022
- Provided therapy in nursing homes and sub-acute settings
- Managed patient caseloads and collaborated with teams to enhance patient outcomes
- Developed treatment plans focused on ADLs and functionality
- Conducted staff training on therapy best practices
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Laureldale Nursing and Rehab Center
Laureldale, PA
10.2015 - 09.2017
- Conducted therapy for orthopedic and neurological conditions
- Managed patient positioning and mobility equipment
- Collaborated with staff to create cohesive care plans
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Sacred Heart Hospital - TSU
Allentown, PA
04.2013 - 09.2015
- Developed treatment plans for patients recovering from acute conditions
- Focused on enhancing functional independence
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Austill's Educational Therapy Services
Exton, PA
11.2010 - 09.2011
- Facilitated early intervention activities for preschool-aged children.
- Improved children's fine motor, visual motor, and sensory processing skills
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Elwyn Inc - Davidson School
Elwyn, PA
12.2006 - 05.2010
- Performed assessments on clients to determine their level of functioning.
- Developed and implemented individual treatment plans according to the client's needs and goals.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Park Lane at Bellingham
West Chester, PA
12.2005 - 12.2006
- Provided therapy to long-term care residents
- Created and implemented therapy plans to improve quality of life
Education
Associate - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA05.2004
Skills
- Experienced with Documentation Systems
- Effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
- Expertise in treatment care plans
- Experiences in Wheelchair management and patient positioning
- Leadership
- Team management
Certification
- Occupational Therapy Assistant License in Pennsylvania
- NBCOT Certificate for Occupational Therapy Assistant
Timeline
Assistant Director of Rehabilitation / Occupational Therapy Assistant
Aventura at Pembrooke
12.2022 - 01.2025
Occupational Therapy Assistant
UHS - Life Works Schools
01.2022 - 12.2022
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Tender Touch Rehab - Rosewood Gardens
10.2019 - 01.2022
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Powerback rehab- Sanatogo Center
01.2017 - Current
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Laureldale Nursing and Rehab Center
10.2015 - 09.2017
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Sacred Heart Hospital - TSU
04.2013 - 09.2015
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Austill's Educational Therapy Services
11.2010 - 09.2011
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Mitchell Martin Healthcare
03.2008 - 01.2022
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Elwyn Inc - Davidson School
12.2006 - 05.2010
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Park Lane at Bellingham
12.2005 - 12.2006
Associate - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Lehigh Carbon Community College
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