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Erin Ross

Frostburg,MD

Summary

Focused team player familiar with helping patients develop skills such as feeding, grooming, dressing and positioning, as well as providing educational support and managing sensory processing issues. Hardworking, disciplined multitasker with analytical problem-solving and conflict management abilities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

COTA/L (PRN)

Generations Rehab Group
06.2023 - Current
  • Developed personalized home programs for patients to promote continued skill development outside of therapy sessions.
  • Monitored patients' performance in therapy activities by providing instruction and encouragement.
  • Implemented and modified interventions teach patients how to live within limits of capabilities.
  • Implemented activities of daily living skills to maximize patients' functions and restore independence.

COTA/L

Reliant Rehabilitation
09.2018 - Current
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing individualized therapeutic interventions and techniques.
  • Collaborated with supervising occupational therapists for improved treatment planning and intervention strategies.
  • Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans based on changing needs and goals.
  • Assisted patients in achieving greater independence through adaptive equipment training and environmental modifications.
  • Educated families and caregivers on strategies to support sustained improvement in daily living activities.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress, address concerns, and develop collaborative approaches for optimal care.
  • Developed personalized home programs for patients to promote continued skill development outside of therapy sessions.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay up-to-date on advancements within the field of occupational therapy.
  • Prepared and maintained treatment areas after daily use by cleaning and setting up equipment.

COTA/L

Care Ventures
05.2014 - 07.2018
  • Assisted in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists.
  • Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
  • Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress, address concerns, and develop collaborative approaches for optimal care.
  • Coordinated schedules with therapy staff for seamless patient transitions between sessions or appointments.
  • Delivered high-quality care by continuously refining treatment methods based on evidence-based practice principles.
  • Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
  • Used Rehab Optima to maintain accurate documentation of patient progress toward goals.

Education

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy

Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD
05.2013

Skills

  • Group Therapy Facilitation
  • Geriatric Care
  • Patient and Family Education
  • Pain Management Techniques
  • Neurological rehabilitation
  • Wheelchair positioning
  • Fall risk assessment
  • Pressure ulcer prevention
  • Cognitive retraining
  • Collaboration with interdisciplinary team
  • Adaptive equipment knowledge
  • CPR/AED

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

COTA/L (PRN)

Generations Rehab Group
06.2023 - Current

COTA/L

Reliant Rehabilitation
09.2018 - Current

COTA/L

Care Ventures
05.2014 - 07.2018

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy

Allegany College of Maryland

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