Erin Douglas
Neosho,MO
Summary
Focused team player familiar with helping patients develop skills such as feeding, grooming and dressing, as well as providing educational support and managing sensory processing issues. Hardworking, disciplined multitasker with analytical problem-solving and conflict management abilities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
McDonald County School District
07.2019 - 12.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced patient recovery through the development and implementation of therapeutic interventions.
- Built rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication for optimal therapy outcomes.
- Supported and built caring relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, developmental delay and dementia.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in school settings.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Adapted treatment approaches according to individual patient preferences, ensuring engagement in the therapeutic process.
- Provided adaptive equipment recommendations based on individual patient needs, enhancing daily living skills.
- Collaborated with supervising Occupational Therapists to evaluate treatment effectiveness, making necessary adjustments for optimal results.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Access Potential Therapy
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced patient recovery through the development and implementation of therapeutic interventions.
- Streamlined documentation processes, leading to increased efficiency in patient care management.
- Built rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication for optimal therapy outcomes.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Taylored Therapies
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced patient recovery through the development and implementation of therapeutic interventions.
- Streamlined documentation processes, leading to increased efficiency in patient care management.
- Built rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication for optimal therapy outcomes.
- Trained new Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, resulting in improved team performance and productivity.
- Participated in continuous professional development to stay current on best practices and maintain high-quality patient care standards.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in school settings.
Stocker
Walmart
04.2004 - 01.2017
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by diligently organizing and maintaining stockroom shelves.
- Expedited product replenishment by efficiently unloading delivery trucks and sorting merchandise.
- Reduced out-of-stock situations with regular monitoring of product levels on sales floor.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly locating items and providing product information.
- Contributed to store cleanliness, ensuring aisles were free from clutter and hazards for shopper safety.
- Ensured proper rotation of perishable goods to maintain freshness and comply with health regulations.
- Aided in training new team members on best practices for stocking procedures and inventory management systems.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Crowder College
Neosho, MO12.2016
No Degree - Licensed Massage Therapist
Orler School of Massage Therapy Technology
Joplin, MO04.2003
High School Diploma -
Neosho High School
Neosho, MO05.2001
Skills
- Sensory Processing Improvements
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Therapeutic Techniques Understanding
- Schedule Coordination
- Autism spectrum understanding
- Activity analysis
- Fine motor skills development
- Handwriting improvement
- Wheelchair positioning
- Documentation and reporting
- Sensory integration strategies
- Pediatric therapy techniques
CEU courses completed
Current subscription to Occupational Therapy.com
Ready Body Learning Minds
Handwriting without Tears
MNRI Masgutova Neuro-Sensory-Motor and Reflex Integration
- Maximizing Brain Potential
- Proprioceptive and Cognitive Integration
- Dynamic and Postural Reflex Pattern Integration
- Tactile Integration
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
McDonald County School District
07.2019 - 12.2023
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Access Potential Therapy
06.2018 - 06.2019
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Taylored Therapies
01.2017 - 06.2019
Stocker
Walmart
04.2004 - 01.2017
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Crowder College
No Degree - Licensed Massage Therapist
Orler School of Massage Therapy Technology
High School Diploma -
Neosho High School
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