Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Motivated professional offering Associates of Applied Science in Occupation Therapy Assistant. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Spartanburg Medical Center- Mary Black Campus
Spartanburg, SC
01.2023 - Current
Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
Assisted patients with improving visual, motor and sensory management abilities.
Provided support to patients with mobility issues and assisted with personal tasks to alleviate physical discomfort.
Encouraged client participation in self-care activities such as dressing, feeding or grooming.
Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
Monitored vital signs during therapy sessions, reported any changes promptly to supervising therapist.
Provided emotional support and encouragement during therapy sessions while motivating clients towards achieving their goals.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and progress reports.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Spartanburg School District 2
Chesnee, SC
09.2022 - 11.2022
Encouraged positive behavior changes through verbal reinforcement and positive motivation techniques.
Taught patients to care for and use adaptive equipment.
Administered tests to evaluate motor function skills such as strength testing or range of motion measurements.
Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Anmed Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Anderson, SC
05.2022 - 08.2022
Monitored patient rehabilitative activities for proper execution and offered encouragement.
Treated patients to improve fine motor and movement skills.
Evaluated patients' rehabilitative needs, developed treatment plans and goals and delivered appropriate therapy.
Maintained accurate records of patient care, including daily notes, evaluations, reports.
Provided emotional support for patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or challenging life events.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
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