JENNIFER LOVING
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Chesterton,IN
Summary
Bringing excellent assessment, treatment, educational and recordkeeping skills. Certified by Indiana as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Paragon Rehabilitation
Louisville, KY
04.2019 - Current
- Employed as COTA in Inpatient Rehabilitation setting for patients recovering from joint replacement, stroke, fractures, other surgical interventions and physical debilitation.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Kindred Healthcare
Hobart, IN
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Employed as COTA in Acute Rehab Unit.
- Meticulously reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Evaluated patient conditions, histories and goals.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
Personal Trainer, Fitness Instructor
Self Employed
01.2013 - 08.2017
- Trained clients for rehabilitation purposes, general fitness, weight loss and military physical preparation.
- Developed fitness plans to help clients meet their fitness goals.
- Taught group classes in yoga, cardio circuit, Tabata and Martial Arts.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Screened clients and performed client assessments.
Personal Trainer, yoga instructor, front desk clerk
Northwest Athletic Club
Michigan City, IN
05.2012 - 12.2012
- Performed front office duties including booking, accounting, client acquisition and general club information.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
- Screened clients and performed client assessments.
- Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Brown Mackie College
03.2015 - 02.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Edmondson Jr. College
06.1989 - 06.1991
Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Administration
Purdue Global
03.2020 - Current
Skills
Patient Management
Intervention planning
Goal setting experience
Team collaboration
Progress assessments
Direct Patient Care
Documentation skills
Proficient in MS Office Products
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, NBCOT Cert. 381973.
- Occupational Therapy Assistant, State of IN, #32003193A.
- CPR Certified, American Red Cross
- Certified Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine, 10/2012 (Recertification required)
Quote
Every day of our lives we are on the verge of making those changes that would make all the difference.
Mignon McLaughlin
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Administration
Purdue Global
03.2020 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Paragon Rehabilitation
04.2019 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Kindred Healthcare
05.2017 - 11.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Brown Mackie College
03.2015 - 02.2017
Personal Trainer, Fitness Instructor
Self Employed
01.2013 - 08.2017
Personal Trainer, yoga instructor, front desk clerk
Northwest Athletic Club
05.2012 - 12.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Edmondson Jr. College
06.1989 - 06.1991