Gretta Burgett
Hamilton,AL
Summary
Dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant with a proven track record at North Mississippi Medical Center, skilled in implementing therapeutic exercises and fostering compassionate relationships with patients. Adept at enhancing recovery through effective documentation and patient education, ensuring optimal treatment outcomes and patient engagement in their healing journey.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant
North Mississippi Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, ensuring efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and enhancing their commitment to therapy goals.
- Managed caseloads effectively while prioritizing the needs of each individual patient.
- Educated patients and families on home exercise programs, promoting continued healing outside the clinical setting.
- Supported patient recovery by implementing therapeutic exercises and functional activities.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Midsouth Rehab
08.2018 - 09.2022
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Enhanced patient progress by providing one-on-one assistance during therapy sessions.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Diversicare
10.2016 - 07.2018
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, ensuring efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Supported patient recovery by implementing therapeutic exercises and functional activities.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Aegis Therapies
06.2012 - 10.2016
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, ensuring efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Supported patient recovery by implementing therapeutic exercises and functional activities.
- Enhanced patient progress by providing one-on-one assistance during therapy sessions.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Itawamba Community College
Tupelo, MS05-2012
Skills
- Therapeutic exercises
- Fine motor skills
- Range of motion
- Adaptive equipment
- Staff education and training
- Treatment implementation
- Documentation skills
- Family and patient education
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
North Mississippi Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Midsouth Rehab
08.2018 - 09.2022
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Diversicare
10.2016 - 07.2018
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Aegis Therapies
06.2012 - 10.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Itawamba Community College
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