Ismael Altamirano
Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Graduated December 2024 in Blind Rehabilitation from Western Michigan University with a major in Orientation and Mobility.
Graduated December 2022 in Education from the University of Arizona with a major in Literacy, Learning and Leadership.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Emergency Respite Provider
Patricia Valles
5 2018 - Current
- Help patients including those with visual impairments utilizing transferring methods to safely move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles. Applied vision rehabilitation therapeutic techniques such as human guide when assisting in mobility with clients. Assisted in educating and/or demonstrating to other team members and client's guests and family members, proper techniques to utilize with those that have visual impairments.
- Support 2 clients with visual impairments, with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). ADLs include assisting with self-care techniques such as daily hygiene needs, personal grooming, eating skills; health management, labeling and dispensing medications. Instruction on telling time, use of telephone and tablet, identifying money, using talking books and simple adaptive kitchen skills.
- Provide compassionate and patient-focused care in sensory awareness, focusing on adaptive and safety techniques. Areas training focuses on organization, tactual awareness, spatial awareness, visual skills, problem solving, and confidence building. Attend sporting events, social gatherings, movies, concerts, fishing, hiking, board games, and bowling outings. Help plan vacations and ensure that client is using proper safety and protective techniques, while in unfamiliar area.
- Transport clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency, utilizing their remaining senses in combination with protective techniques and devices such as use of sunglasses and hat. Alternative mobility devices such as walkers, wheelchairs, and scooters. Travel situations include, but are not limited to: traveling in residential, rural, and business areas; crossing streets at controlled and uncontrolled intersections.
- Monitor 7 clients overall health and well-being and noted significant changes by annotating care plans and assessment results. Based on assessment results, change to care plan with recommendations provided to manager.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Managed medication administration according to prescribed schedules while maintaining proper documentation for accuracy and accountability.
- Ensured clean and safe living environment for clients by performing light housekeeping duties as needed.
- Partnered closely with other respite providers to ensure continuity of care and seamless transitions between caregiving teams.
- Supported clients through challenging moments by utilizing active listening skills coupled with empathy and understanding during times of distress or frustration.
- Maintained safe working environment through prevention of accidents, preservation of equipment and achievement of safe working practices.
- Designed and implemented various activities to encourage socialization and aid residents in identifying potential.
Volunteer
Community Volunteer Work
05.2012 - Current
- Engaged in community outreach.
- Transport those in need, to their appointments.
- Clear brush and debris, and maintain landscape for individuals with health conditions or impairments.
- During Covid-19 pandemic, delivered food boxes to those in need.
Internship- Orientation and Mobility
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Plan program from basic to complex, to build skills and confidence.
- Provide client information on proper tools and aids needed.
- Maintain proper distance while working with Veteran.
- Ensure safety while instructing.
- Demonstrate correct form of exiting and entering vehicles.
- Discuss appropriate dress based on weather and temperature.
- Ensure first aid kit is appropriately filled and updated.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System
08.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Education
Master of Arts - Orientation & Mobility
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 05.2023 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 01.2021 - 2022.12
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ 08.2018 - 2020.12
Skills
Dependable
Timeline
Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System
08.2024 - Current
Internship- Orientation and Mobility
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System
03.2024 - 07.2024
Master of Arts - Orientation & Mobility
Western Michigan University
05.2023 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Arizona
01.2021 - 2022.12
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Pima Community College
08.2018 - 2020.12
Volunteer
Community Volunteer Work
05.2012 - Current
Emergency Respite Provider
Patricia Valles
5 2018 - Current
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