ERICA ESQUIVEL
Beaumont,TX
Summary
Dedicated COTA with a passion for helping individuals across the lifespan achieve their functional goals. Compassionate with a calm demeanor and well-developed communication skills to support patients' progress. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills to create adaptations for patients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Aveanna Heathcare
01.2020 - Current
- Promoted higher quality of life for patients and improved overall comfort and conditions by assisting with activities of daily living.
- Implemented post-discharge plans.
- Evaluated patients' rehabilitative needs, developed treatment plans and goals and delivered appropriate therapy.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Collaborate with OTR’s to assess patients’ functional abilities and develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Provide direct therapy services to pediatric patients in their home environment, focusing on improving fine motor skills, sensory processing, activities of daily living and overall independence.
- Conduct caregiver education and training sessions to promote carryover of therapy techniques and ensure optimal patient progress.
- Document patient progress, treatment plans, and interventions accurately and timely in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and provide comprehensive services
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Behavior
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX12.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX05.2019
Skills
- Patient care standards
- Patient care planning
- Patient rehabilitation
- Clinical team collaboration
- Team building
- Organization
- Customer service
- Relationship building
- Problem resolution
- Bilingual – fluent in English and Spanish – oral and written
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Aveanna Heathcare
01.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Human Behavior
University of Texas At Tyler
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Tyler Junior College
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