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Jo-lynn Chong

Kaneohe,HI

Summary

Dynamic Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with extensive experience at Hawaii State Hospital, excelling in interdisciplinary collaboration and patient care planning. Proven ability to implement therapeutic interventions and enhance treatment plans, while fostering teamwork and ensuring safety protocols. Skilled in activity analysis and dedicated to improving clients' quality of life through innovative rehabilitation strategies.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Hawaii State Hospital
Kaneohe, HI
02.2002 - Current
  • Developed and led unit and off-unit directive groups focused on addressing the unique needs of forensic clients.
  • Established and managed work programs tailored for forensic settings, ensuring compliance with hospital protocols.
  • Assisted in coordinating activities with registered occupational therapists, recreational therapists, psychologists, psychiatric technicians, social workers, registered nurses, and dieticians.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support patient care initiatives.
  • Facilitated communication among team members to enhance service delivery.
  • Ensured maintenance of safe environments through rigorous safety protocols.
  • Contributed to multidisciplinary treatment teams, focusing on patient-centered strategies.
  • Engaged in diverse hospital committees, fostering teamwork and driving initiatives for quality improvement.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions to enhance clients treatment plans.

Education

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Kapiolani Community College
Honolulu, HI
2000

Skills

  • Activity analysis
  • Group therapy facilitation
  • Sensory processing improvements
  • Schedule management
  • Sensory integration strategies
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Cognitive retraining
  • Geriatric rehabilitation
  • Team collaboration
  • Social skills development
  • Mental health support
  • Neurological disorders
  • Treatment plan development
  • Independent living evaluation
  • Medical records maintenance
  • Patient rehabilitation
  • Patient care standards
  • Progress documentation
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Patient care planning
  • Certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA)
  • Patient monitoring
  • Supply management
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Organizational skills
  • Safety protocols
  • Task prioritization
  • Patient care coordination
  • Self motivation
  • Health promotion
  • Goal setting
  • Geriatric care
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Collaborative teamwork

Certification

NBCOT

DCCA

American Heart Association CPR and First Aid

Licensed Cosmetologist

Interests

  • Food Tourism
  • Baking sweet and savory baked Goode for family and friends
  • Weekly advanced dog training with my Golden

doodle

  • Native plant gardening
  • Japanese gardening
  • Barre and Yoga
  • Sewing

Timeline

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Hawaii State Hospital
02.2002 - Current

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Kapiolani Community College
Jo-lynn Chong