Julia Johnson
Summary
Focused team player familiar with helping patients develop skills such as feeding, grooming and dressing, as well as providing educational support and managing sensory processing issues. Hardworking, disciplined multitasker with analytical problem-solving and conflict management abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Southpoint Rehab And Healthcare
08.2018 - 01.2024
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and enhancing their commitment to therapy goals.
- Efficiently managed time while maintaining high-quality service standards throughout all aspects of job responsibilities.
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient goals and coordinate effective care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on home exercise programs, promoting continued healing outside the clinical setting.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, ensuring efficient communication among interdisciplinary healthcare team members.
Director of Rehabilitation
Carver Rehabilitation And Living Center
11.2017 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with marketing teams to increase community awareness of available rehabilitation services, driving business growth.
- Liaised with patients, families and support departments to adequately plan for patient rehabilitation needs.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Streamlined operational processes for increased efficiency in patient care delivery.
- Maintained appropriate and adequate staffing and scheduling of residents on caseloads.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Carver Rehabilitation And Living Center
07.2016 - 11.2017
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs with various diagnoses in geriatric setting.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to dynamic patient schedules and fluctuating caseloads, ensuring timely and effective care delivery.
- Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
Habilitation Technician
HomeCare Management Corporation
06.2011 - 12.2014
- Enhanced client independence by implementing personalized support plans and daily living skills training.
- Utilized creative problem-solving abilities to address complex challenges, resulting in improved outcomes for clients.
- Noted client responses and results to facilitate interventions and assessment through proper documentation.
- Ensured clients'' safety and well-being by closely monitoring behavior patterns and reporting any concerns to supervisors.
- Promoted healthy habits for clients by supporting balanced meal planning, exercise routines, and medical appointments when needed.
- Recorded participant behavior and methods to alleviate barriers and progress toward goals.
- Encouraged self-advocacy for clients by teaching effective communication skills and promoting decision-making autonomy whenever possible.
Clinic Coordinator
Atlantic Prosthetic Services
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, practitioners, and physicians to promote high quality patient care.
- Oversaw maintenance of electronic health records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Acquired prior authorizations for services through insurance companies and medical offices.
- Set appointments for patients at 3 locations in Wilmington, Whiteville, and Supply, NC.
- Assisted practitioners in fitting prosthetics, orthotics, and diabetic footwear.
Developmental Therapist
Cornerstone Family Services
08.2009 - 07.2010
- Provided early intervention services for children ages 0-3 through the Child Developmental Services Agency in Wake County.
- Collaborated with Interdisciplinary Team Members including Play, Speech, Occupational, and Physical Therapists to ensure optimal teaching strategies to achieve meaningful results.
- Educated parents and family members of diagnoses, intervention methods, and milestone checklists.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Family And Community Services
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05.2009
Skills
- Geriatric and pediatric treatment
- Balance and strength training
- Interdisciplinary discharge planning
- Home modification training
- Family and patient education
- Staff education and training
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Group therapy leader
- Wheelchair assessments
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Southpoint Rehab And Healthcare
08.2018 - 01.2024
Director of Rehabilitation
Carver Rehabilitation And Living Center
11.2017 - 06.2018
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Carver Rehabilitation And Living Center
07.2016 - 11.2017
Clinic Coordinator
Atlantic Prosthetic Services
01.2012 - 01.2013
Habilitation Technician
HomeCare Management Corporation
06.2011 - 12.2014
Developmental Therapist
Cornerstone Family Services
08.2009 - 07.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Cape Fear Community College
Bachelor of Science - Family And Community Services
East Carolina University
Similar Profiles
Donnabelle Masangkay, PTDonnabelle Masangkay, PT
Physical Therapist at Southpoint Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Brian Center of SouthpointPhysical Therapist at Southpoint Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Brian Center of Southpoint
Amy ShieldsAmy Shields
Assistant Rehab Manager at Southpoint Health and RehabAssistant Rehab Manager at Southpoint Health and Rehab
Tina TaftTina Taft
Occupational Therapy Assistant at Guardian Rehab/ Oil City Healthcare And RehabOccupational Therapy Assistant at Guardian Rehab/ Oil City Healthcare And Rehab
Morgan McCrackenMorgan McCracken
Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physiotherapy Assistant at Cambridge Memorial HospitalOccupational Therapy Assistant/Physiotherapy Assistant at Cambridge Memorial Hospital
Karla AvilaKarla Avila
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Within Reach Children's TherapyCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Within Reach Children's Therapy