JULIA RUIZ
Jimmy T's Soft Serve
Spotsylvania Courthouse,VA
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
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 holistic care. Reliable and versatile, with solid foundation in therapeutic techniques and compassionate patient interaction.
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant
4 Months- Implemented occupational therapy interventions supporting resident participation in daily living activities and functional recovery.
- Documented treatment responses, progress notes, and care outcomes with accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists, nursing staff, and families to align restorative care goals and discharge planning.
- Adapted therapeutic activities to individual needs, promoting safety, engagement, and independence.
- Reinforced therapeutic exercise, self-care routines, and mobility techniques during supervised treatment sessions.
- Maintained organized treatment materials and equipment to support efficient daily workflow.
- Guided residents through transfer, positioning, and ADL practice to improve functional consistency.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and enhancing their commitment to therapy goals.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
5 Months- Implemented occupational therapy interventions in a permanent home setting supporting residents' ADLs, mobility, and self-care goals.
- Documented treatment responses and progress notes accurately for interdisciplinary care coordination, in addition to, coordination of care with the patient and essential family members.
- Trained residents on adaptive equipment use to improve independence and safety.
- Monitored patient tolerance during sessions and adjusted activities per therapist guidance. Providing holistic treatments based on the plan of care.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
2 Years 2 Months- Managed time-sensitive documentation requirements while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Transported patients to and from occupational therapy work area.
- Assisted occupational therapists with implementing treatment plans designed to help clients function independently.
- Assisted patients with various therapeutic activities to enable ideal treatment processes.
- Assisted in instructing, patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and use of adaptive equipment.
- Illustrated special equipment usage to prioritize patient safety and comfort with treatment.
- Evaluated daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally, and emotionally disabled clients.
- Attended care plan meetings to review patient progress and update care plans.
- Provided emotional support while assisting clients in achieving their goals.
- Used creative arts and games in therapy techniques.
- Instructed patients on proper body mechanics and safety awareness principles when performing activities of daily living.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to enhance socialization skills among participants.
- Carriage Hill Health and Rehab Center, Fredericksburg, Virginia
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
2 Years 2 Months- Aided patients in dressing and grooming.
- Demonstrated effective communication with clients, families, supervisors, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Evaluated effectiveness of therapeutic interventions by observing changes in behavior or level of functioning.
- Provided positive encouragement for fueling physical and cognitive improvement.
- Evaluated daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally, and emotionally disabled clients.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Used creative arts and games in therapy techniques.
- Attended continuing education classes.
- Attended care plan meetings to review patient progress and update care plans.
- Reported patient progress by documenting and sharing treatment details with therapist.
- Assembled, clean, and maintained equipment and materials for patient use.
- Provided support during crisis situations involving emotional distress or behavioral problems.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and collaborate on best practices.
- Assisted in instructing, patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and use of adaptive equipment.
- Instructed patients in proper use of adaptive equipment and techniques for self-care management.
- Transported patients to and from occupational therapy work area.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to enhance socialization skills among participants.
- Fredericksburg Health and Rehab, Fredericksburg, Virginia
Food Service Worker
4 Years 7 Months- Assisted in catering to customers' needs, orders, and requests.
- Performed daily closing tasks by washing dishes, cleaning workspaces, and mopping the floor.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, and dishes.
- Communicated food ingredients, availability and pricing information to customers.
- Consistently provided efficient service by anticipating customer needs before being asked.
- Delivered food orders to customers in a timely manner.
- Jimmy T's Soft Serve, Fredericksburg, Virginia
Level II OTAS Fieldwork
2 Months- At this facility, I continued to grow as an entry-level OTA and I was able to demonstrate a greater contribution to the patient's therapeutic goals.
- Under the guidance of an experienced COTA, I learned about a COTA's role in the SNF setting, DME, documentation, adaptation, therapeutic use of self, and group therapy.
- I was able to successfully handle a full caseload at the end of my eight weeks with minimal assistance and navigate the everyday challenges. Eventually, my patients slowly progressed, working with the interdisciplinary team to discuss changes in POC.
- In addition, I learned how to transfer safely for me and my patient, assess safety, precautions; while being creative with patients who were unable to leave their rooms.
- Carriage Hill Health and Rehab Center, Fredericksburg, Virginia
Level II OTAS Fieldwork
1 Month- During my time at this facility, I began my hands-on experience with patients while being guided by a COTA.
- Throughout this experience, I learned how to develop creative interventions, complete documentation, and progress notes, implement a plan of care, and grow in my ability to adapt to an environment.
- Towards the end of my eight weeks at this facility, I was responsible for the full caseload of eight patients, with one-hour-long sessions.
- Additionally, I was able to demonstrate a good understanding of productivity standards, time management, and point of care service. I adjusted my in and out time to patients who benefited from more intensive care.
- Chancellors Village - Independent/Assisted Living Facility, Fredericksburg, Virginia
Level I OTAS Fieldwork
1 Month- During my time at this center, I observed a COTA and her daily schedule/caseload, therapy sessions, time management, and documents. In addition to, the complexities of various client insurances, intervention ideas, reading evaluations, and creating treatment sessions.
- Here I gained my first glimpse into how documentation varies between practitioners; as well as; the diversity of care.
- I was introduced to writing goals, creating treatment sessions, coming up with multiple ideas, and daily note CPT codes between various clientele. I had to consider clientele COLF, POLF, POC, assist levels, and evaluations.
- Health and Rehabilitation Center - SNF, Bowling Green, VA
Level I OTAS Fieldwork
1 Month- At this clinic, I observed orthopedic conditions with splinting, modalities, therapeutic exercise, assessments, and manual therapy.
- I learned how to make a handful of various splints and learned about different splinting materials.
- Orthopedic Clinic, VA
Level I OTAS Fieldwork
1 Month- Under the supervision of a fieldwork coordinator, I observed group leisure and vocational activities used in a community mental health model; including: Arts and crafts, healthy relationship sessions, meal preparation, health classes, and beneficial living discussions.
- I assisted the staff with group participation and watched over activities with the residents.
- Client diagnoses consisted of depression, schizophrenia, ADHD, substance abuse disorder, and anxiety.
- I learned how the members organize monthly calendars, daily activities, meetings, outings, and informational groups to increase their various levels of independence to process each individual.
- Community Mental Health, VA
Education
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Occupational Therapy
GPA: 3.6
High School Diploma - High School Advanced
GPA: 3.9
Skills
Customer Service
Flexible Schedule
Attention to Detail
Productivity and Efficiency
Problem-Solving; adaptive
Strong rapport
Professional bedside manner
Friendly and competent
Personal Information
Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Certification
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Powerback Rehabilitation
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Bayada Home Health
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Carriage Hill Health and Rehab Center
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Fredericksburg Health and Rehab
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
Level II OTAS Fieldwork
Carriage Hill Health and Rehab Center
12.2023 - 02.2024Read More
Level II OTAS Fieldwork
Chancellors Village - Independent/Assisted Living Facility
10.2023 - 11.2023Read More
Level I OTAS Fieldwork
Health and Rehabilitation Center - SNF
07.2023 - 08.2023Read More
Level I OTAS Fieldwork
Orthopedic Clinic
04.2023 - 05.2023Read More
Level I OTAS Fieldwork
Community Mental Health
02.2023 - 03.2023Read More
Food Service Worker
Jimmy T's Soft Serve
03.2022 - CurrentRead More
Courtland Highschool
High School Diploma from High School Advanced
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Eastern Virginia Career College
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) from Occupational Therapy
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