Jose A. Mena
Laredo
Summary
To obtain a position as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, with the goal of teaching children the skills necessary to reach their maximum level of function.
Skilled healthcare professional with focus on delivering impactful patient care in rehabilitation settings. Adept at executing treatment plans, supporting patient progress, and adapting to dynamic clinical environments. Strong emphasis on collaboration, ensuring cohesive teamwork and seamless operations. Reliable and versatile, with solid foundation in therapeutic techniques and compassionate patient interaction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Ocupational Therapy Assistant
La Hacienda Nursing Home
04.2025 - Current
- Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, educational and vocational areas.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and individualized care.
- Supported patient recovery by implementing therapeutic exercises and functional activities.
- Enhanced patient progress by providing one-on-one assistance during therapy sessions.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to dynamic patient schedules and fluctuating caseloads, ensuring timely and effective care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patient needs and adapted treatment plans accordingly to maximize results.
- Evaluated patients'' progress towards goals regularly, adjusting treatments accordingly for optimal improvement rates.
Ocupational Therapy Assistant
Aegis Therapies
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, ensuring efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and enhancing their commitment to therapy goals.
- Educated patients and families on home exercise programs, promoting continued healing outside the clinical setting.
- Evaluated patients'' progress towards goals regularly, adjusting treatments accordingly for optimal improvement rates.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
Ocupational Therapy Assistant
Reliant Rehabilitation
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted OTs with implementing individual treatment plans to help patients function independently.
- Prepared and maintained treatment areas after daily use by cleaning and setting up equipment.
- Monitored patients' performance in therapy activities by providing instruction and encouragement.
- Collaborated with nursing staff, patient caregivers and family to develop discharge plans and discuss patient progress.
- Implemented group therapy sessions focused on social skills development or specific functional tasks relevant to participants'' shared goals.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Century rehabilitation
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Worked with various treatment diagnosis and limitations to reach maximum level of function of client/resident under the supervision of a licensed OTR
- Communicated with multi-disciplinary team on best possible interventions to maximize progression to reach max level of function.
- Experience in HIPAA Laws
- Experience in working effectively with bilingual children to help them reach their maximum level of function.
- Experience in working effectively with Speech and Physical Therapists
- Experience in effectively communicating orally and in writing in English and Spanish
- Experience effectively giving and taking instruction in both English and Spanish
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Laredo Autism Center
02.2017 - 03.2018
- Implemented goals for children with various developmental disorders
- Experience in HIPAA Laws
- Experience in working effectively with bilingual children to help them reach their maximum level of function.
- Experience in working effectively with Speech and Physical Therapists
- Experience in effectively communicating orally and in writing in English and Spanish
- Experience effectively giving and taking instruction in both English and Spanish
Occupational Therapy Assistant
St. Marie’s Rehabilitation Clinic
10.2016 - 09.2016
- Implemented goals for children with various developmental disorders
- Experience in HIPAA Laws
- Experience in working effectively with bilingual children to help them reach their maximum level of function.
- Experience in working effectively with Speech and Physical Therapists
- Experience in effectively communicating orally and in writing in English and Spanish
- Experience effectively giving and taking instruction in both English and Spanish
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Laredo Nursing and Rehab
09.2013 - 08.2016
- Worked with various treatment diagnosis and limitations to reach maximum level of function of client/resident under the supervision of a licensed OTR
- Communicated with multi-disciplinary team on best possible interventions to maximize progression to reach max level of function.
- Experience in HIPAA Laws
- Experience in working effectively with bilingual children to help them reach their maximum level of function.
- Experience in working effectively with Speech and Physical Therapists
- Experience in effectively communicating orally and in writing in English and Spanish
- Experience effectively giving and taking instruction in both English and Spanish
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Laredo Autism Center
09.2012 - 01.2013
- Implemented goals for children with various developmental disorders
- Experience in HIPAA Laws
- Experience in working effectively with bilingual children to help them reach their maximum level of function.
- Experience in working effectively with Speech and Physical Therapists
- Experience in effectively communicating orally and in writing in English and Spanish
- Experience effectively giving and taking instruction in both English and Spanish
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Kidiatric
11.2009 - 01.2010
- Working effectively with developmentally delayed children on a contract basis.
- Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant working closely with my supervising OTR
- Experience in working effectively with Speech and Physical Therapists
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Complete Medical Staffing LP
08.2006 - 07.2007
- Traveling Occupational Therapy Assistant, traveled to various locations for staffing through CMS.
- Implemented goals for children with various developmental delays and disorders
- Experience in HIPAA Laws
- Create home programs to carry-over therapy treatment goals
- Experience in working effectively with bilingual children to help them reach their maximum level of function.
- Experience in working effectively with Speech and Physical Therapists
- Experience in effectively communicating orally and in writing in English and Spanish
- Experience effectively giving and taking instruction in both English and Spanish
Education
Associates Degree - Health and Science
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX01.2006
Skills
- Therapeutic exercises
- Activity analysis
- Fine motor skills
- Wheelchair assessments
- Clinical team collaboration
- Group therapy facilitation
- Geriatric therapy
- Pediatric therapy
- Home modifications
- Sensory integration
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Occupational performance
- Balance training
- Occupational therapy
Timeline
Ocupational Therapy Assistant
La Hacienda Nursing Home
04.2025 - Current
Ocupational Therapy Assistant
Aegis Therapies
06.2023 - 04.2024
Ocupational Therapy Assistant
Reliant Rehabilitation
06.2021 - 06.2023
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Century rehabilitation
01.2019 - 06.2021
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Laredo Autism Center
02.2017 - 03.2018
Occupational Therapy Assistant
St. Marie’s Rehabilitation Clinic
10.2016 - 09.2016
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Laredo Nursing and Rehab
09.2013 - 08.2016
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Laredo Autism Center
09.2012 - 01.2013
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Kidiatric
11.2009 - 01.2010
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Complete Medical Staffing LP
08.2006 - 07.2007
Associates Degree - Health and Science
Laredo Community College
INTREST/CLUBS/CONTINUING EDUCATION
- Attended seminars and continuing education courses on Modulations & Posture for Treating Sensory Motor Dysfunction, Powered UP & Running, Feeding Therapy, and Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Member of SOTA Club, served as VP of Club and TOTA during my time at LCC.
- Published in the CMS Monthly Journal for my use of dance as a therapeutic tool with geriatric patients.
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