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Jackie Burk

Tacoma,WA

Summary

Outgoing Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience providing quality rehabilitation and therapeutic activities in Adult Day Health program, reaching young adults with Developmental Disabilities. Offering strong history of teaching Activities of Daily Living as well in Skilled Nursing Facilities with elderly patients recovering from multiple medical issues. Successful outcomes managing challenging behaviors with a supportive positive attitude, facilitating relationship building and trust. Experienced Case Manager using clear communication to support Care Plans and updates. Hardworking, disciplined multitasker with analytical and creative problem-solving in order to make a difference every day.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

MultiCare Adult Day Health
Tacoma, WA
02.2014 - Current
  • Supported over 60 patients daily within two-4-hour programs using creative, innovative methods to deliver skilled therapy. Served individuals and large groups containing wide range of abilities which were graded easier or harder for each, while providing support and encouragement. Led variety of exercise groups to support activities of daily living (ADL), safe functional mobility, strength, balance, range of motion, fine motor skills, and cognitive therapy, as well as safety strategies to increase independence. Maintained up to date records of daily and weekly therapeutic interactions using Excel Spreadsheet to streamline process.
  • Built-up caring relationships with all 214 clients with developmental and cognitive disorders such as Cerebral Palsy, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, Traumatic Brain Injury, developmental delay and dementia.
  • ADH Case Manager for 40+ clients, providing timely Care Plans and updated communication to Primary Care providers, DSHS Case Managers, Guardians, Mental Health Professionals, and others as needed.
  • Training and skill working with challenging individuals using tactful and responsible techniques with successful outcomes.
  • Trained new employees on body mechanics, safe transfer techniques, and use of equipment. Provided support to Caregivers on range of motion, positioning, feeding techniques and use of adaptive equipment.
  • Mentored several Level 1 and Level 2 OT students. Recognized by school for taking on student who had been hard to place due to severe visual disability. Procured assistive technology for documentation and worked out plan for safety. Enabled student to pass Level 2 fieldwork successfully.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

University Place Care Center
University Place, WA
05.2010 - 01.2014
  • Skilled Therapy services provided daily for 10-13 patients, including Orthopedic, Cardiac, CVA, Multiple Sclerosis, Dementia, amputations and more while progressing their abilities on daily basis as able.
  • Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Care Plans completed efficiently and timely.
  • Assisted with Discharge planning to ensure safe return home or to higher level of care. Carried out Home Evaluations, providing safety recommendations, access to Durable medical Equipment and home modifications. Provided Cognitive testing.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy

Green River Community College
Auburn, WA

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Prerequisites

Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA

Skills

  • Coach, Teacher, Mentor
  • Dignified Compassionate Care
  • Reliable Loyal
  • Creative Resourceful
  • Strong Interpersonal Skills
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

MultiCare Adult Day Health
02.2014 - Current

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

University Place Care Center
05.2010 - 01.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy

Green River Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Prerequisites

Tacoma Community College

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