Erica Vizueth
Hookerton,NC
Summary
Dynamic Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant skilled in patient-centered care and interdisciplinary teamwork. Committed to enhancing rehabilitation outcomes through effective communication and tailored treatment plans.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
UNC Health Lenoir
Kinston, North Carolina
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to create targeted treatment plans for patients with hand and upper extremity injuries, chronic, and neurological conditions, enhancing recovery outcomes.
- Fabricated customized splints for patients with chronic conditions and injuries.
- Supported acute care and pediatric patients in rehabilitation settings, promoting their recovery and functional independence.
- Assisted individuals recovering from neurological conditions in retraining activities of daily living, facilitating their reintegration into daily routines.
- Participated in and supported in-service education and other departmental programs.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Kinetic Physical Therapy & Wellness
Greenville , NC
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Attended interdisciplinary IEP meetings to discuss school-based goals, strategies, and modifications.
- Oversaw a caseload of approximately 40 students to ensure effective service delivery.
- Facilitated improvement in students' visual, motor, and sensory management abilities through targeted interventions.
- Guided transitions for students entering or exiting occupational therapy services and 504 plan accommodations.
- Collaborated and provided education to families and teachers on therapeutic techniques and activities to enhance student engagement in home and classroom settings.
- Created detailed records of patient evaluations, treatments, progress and discharge summaries.
Occupational Therapist
SPOT On Therapy Center
Havelock, North Carolina
04.2021 - 08.2023
- Delivered outpatient pediatric therapy targeting self-care skills, restrictive feeding, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, sensory processing, and behavioral concerns to enhance functional independence.
- Developed therapeutic activities for restrictive feeders, including sensory integration techniques.
- Educated patients and families on methods to support transitions for effective self-care using adaptive strategies.
- Conducted home visits to provide personalized occupational therapy sessions, facilitating patient progress in a familiar environment.
- Educated families on developmental milestones and limitations to empower them in supporting their child's growth.
Education
Associate of Arts - Occupational Therapy
Pitt Community College
Winterville, NC12-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2015
Skills
- Care plan management
- Therapeutic exercises
- Splint fabrication
- Administration of Physical Agent Modalities
- Therapeutic communication
- Collaborative teamwork
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
- North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
UNC Health Lenoir
06.2024 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Kinetic Physical Therapy & Wellness
08.2023 - 06.2024
Occupational Therapist
SPOT On Therapy Center
04.2021 - 08.2023
Associate of Arts - Occupational Therapy
Pitt Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
East Carolina University