Karen Wassner
Bogota,NJ
Summary
Occupational therapy professional with a robust background in strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Dedicated to contribute to team success, collaborate in patient care, and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Achieve Beyond Pediatric Therapy & Autism Services
09.2022 - Current
- Provided early intervention services to child aged birth to three under routine supervision of an occupational therapist.
- Offered guidance and support to families of children with disabilities or developmental challenges.
- Developed experience working with children with autism disorders, sensory delay, developmental delay and delays in fine motor and gross motor skills.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Green Key LLC
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Employed as a COTA at the New Jewish Home in Manhattan, New York.
- Assisted in patient care by working with multi-disciplinary teams to improve self-care skills, functional mobility, and community reintegration.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Centers Heath Care
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Enhanced patient rehabilitation progress by implementing personalized treatment plans under supervision of an occupational therapist.
- Initiated community reintegration activities for patients, supporting their return to daily tasks and social environments.
- Provided adaptive equipment recommendations to improve patients' daily living skills, facilitating greater independence.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Theradynamics
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Adapted treatment approaches according to individual patient preferences, ensuring engagement in the therapeutic process.
- Enhanced patient recovery through the development and implementation of therapeutic interventions.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
RCM Technologies
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with supervising Occupational Therapists to evaluate treatment effectiveness, making necessary adjustments for optimal results.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich, RI09-2024
Occupational Therapy Assisting
Eastwick College
Ramsey, NJ02-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
Montclair State University
Montclair06-2014
Skills
- Fine motor skills development
- Fall prevention strategies
- Collaborative teamwork
- Stroke recovery assistance
- Functional mobility training
- Documentation and reporting
- Sensory integration strategies
- Sensory processing improvements
- Range of motion improvement
- Therapeutic exercise programming
- Autism spectrum
- Patient-centered care
Certification
- OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered
- COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Achieve Beyond Pediatric Therapy & Autism Services
09.2022 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Green Key LLC
12.2021 - 09.2022
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Centers Heath Care
03.2021 - 11.2021
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Theradynamics
01.2019 - 02.2021
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
RCM Technologies
08.2017 - 01.2019
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
New England Institute of Technology
Occupational Therapy Assisting
Eastwick College
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
Montclair State University
Licenses
- Occupational Therapist, Licensed - New Jersey
Issued: July 2025 | Expires: September 2027
- Occupational Therapist, Licensed - New York
Issued: July 2025 | Expires: June 2028
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - New York
Issued: May 2017 | Expires: July 2028
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