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Joanna Dixon

Santa Barbara,CA

Summary

Compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant with expertise in supporting patients across all age groups in their journey to regain independence and enhance daily living skills. Proven ability to implement therapeutic treatments under the guidance of occupational therapists, while effectively adapting activities to meet unique patient needs. Strong communication skills and a talent for motivating patients contribute to achieving positive outcomes and high patient satisfaction. Committed to fostering a supportive environment that promotes holistic recovery and well-being.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Consonus Healthcare Services
Santa Barbara, California
08.2024 - Current
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions to improve basic daily living skills, such as dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Conducted home visits to assess the environment in which a patient will need to practice newly acquired skills.
  • Monitored patients' responses to treatments and reported any changes to the therapist.

Travel Occupational Therapy Assistant

Critical Connection, Inc.
Santa Barbara, California
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Implemented modifications to treatment plan based on changes in patient status, or new information obtained from assessments.
  • Provided adaptive equipment recommendations and training to support patient independence.
  • Documented resident's progress and recorded statistics.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Rehab Alliance
Monterey, CA
04.2023 - 01.2024
  • Implemented patient treatment plans as established by licensed occupational therapists in support of patient goals.
  • Partnered with rehabilitation team to develop programming addressing capabilities of each patient.
  • Provided direct care to patients, including therapeutic activities and exercises.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Aegis Therapies
Monterey, CA
10.2022 - 01.2024
  • Supported patients to help them progress toward the goals agreed upon with the occupational therapist.
  • Provided timely written documentation per facility and department requirements using NetHealth.
  • Utilized resources and materials in an efficient, safe manner.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

One Child Center For Autism
Williamsburg, VA
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Provided therapeutic interventions, such as sensory integration, fine motor skills development and activities of daily living training.
  • Implemented sensory integration activities to help patients better regulate their emotions.
  • Provided parent training sessions to reinforce strategies and techniques used in therapy sessions.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

St. Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN
05-2021

Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Human Services

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05-2017

Skills

  • ADL Training
  • Rehabilitative Exercise
  • Assistive Device/Adaptive Equipment Training
  • Patient Observation & Documentation
  • Sensory Integration
  • Geriatric & Pediatric Care

Timeline

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Consonus Healthcare Services
08.2024 - Current

Travel Occupational Therapy Assistant

Critical Connection, Inc.
02.2024 - 08.2024

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Rehab Alliance
04.2023 - 01.2024

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Aegis Therapies
10.2022 - 01.2024

Occupational Therapy Assistant

One Child Center For Autism
11.2021 - 08.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

St. Catherine University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Human Services

Liberty University

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