Jani Yousif
West Grove,PA
Summary
Skilled at personalizing intervention plans to take advantage of individual patient strengths. Familiar with strategies for improving all areas of life for diverse patients. Empathetic and gentle Occupational Therapy Assistant with background as OT Assistant inpatient and outpatient settings. Experienced with geriatric populations and patients with dementia. Patient and kind with passion for helping patients improve motor and cognitive skills. Known for strong time management, organization and communication skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Genesis/Promedica/Powerback
Exton, PA
12.2020 - Current
- Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
- Supported facility with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, mailing correspondence and answering telephone calls.
- Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, educational and vocational areas.
- Advocated for all patients' health, safety and rights.
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Prospect Park Nursing/Healthpro/Remedy
Prospect Park, PA
04.2017 - 11.2020
- Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
- Supported facility with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, mailing correspondence and answering telephone calls.
- Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, educational and vocational areas.
- Administered tests to assess nature of disabilities and limits of function and personal capacities.
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Broomall Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
Broomall, PA
11.2014 - 04.2017
- Evaluated treatment progress and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.
- Supported facility with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, mailing correspondence and answering telephone calls.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
- Helped determine realistic treatment goals and adjusted steps based on patient progress.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fair Acres Geriatric Center
Lima, PA
08.2002 - 10.2014
- Advocated for all patients' health, safety and rights.
- Evaluated treatment progress and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.
- Supported facility with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, mailing correspondence and answering telephone calls.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
08.1997 - 08.2002
- Advocated for all patients' health, safety and rights.
- Supported facility with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, mailing correspondence and answering telephone calls.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
- Supported patients in physical therapy procedures to restore function and decrease pain.
- Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Pennsylvania State University, Berks Campus
Reading, PA05.1994
Licenses & Certifications
Skills
- Emotional Support
- Company Guidelines
- Mobility Support
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Schedule Coordination
- Electronic Charting
- Healthcare Regulations
- Therapist Collaboration
- Patient Health Information Access
- Professional Relationships
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Genesis/Promedica/Powerback
12.2020 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Prospect Park Nursing/Healthpro/Remedy
04.2017 - 11.2020
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Broomall Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
11.2014 - 04.2017
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fair Acres Geriatric Center
08.2002 - 10.2014
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
08.1997 - 08.2002
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Pennsylvania State University, Berks Campus
Licenses & Certifications
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