Karla Avila
Humble,TX
Summary
Experienced with therapeutic support and patient rehabilitation. Utilizes effective treatment planning to enhance patient mobility and recovery. Knowledge of communication strategies and patient care techniques, ensuring positive rehabilitation experiences.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Within Reach Children's Therapy
12.2024 - Current
- Collaborate with supervising Occupational Therapists to evaluate treatment effectiveness, making necessary adjustments for optimal results.
- Adapted treatment approaches according to individual patient preferences, ensuring engagement in the therapeutic process.
- Improve patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Regent Care Center of Kingwood
10.2018 - 11.2024
- Plan and implement treatment interventions for adults with a variety of diagnosis to return to prior level of function in order to return to previous home environment.
- Cares for geriatric patients with various neurologic and musculoskeletal cases.
- Educates patients and caregivers on home programs and modifications to facilitate participation and increase level of function within home setting.
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Gaspy Home Healthcare
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Collaborate and educate patients and caregivers on home programs and modifications to facilitate participation and increase level of function in activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living.
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Houston Pediatric Company
09.2018 - 01.2022
- Plan and implement treatment interventions for children with a variety of diagnosis within their home setting.
- Collaborate and educate parents on home programs to facilitate child’s participation in home activities and increase level of function in ADLS and IADLS.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health And Technology
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA05-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Panola College
Carthage, TX05-2018
Associate of Science -
Panola College
Carthage, TX05-2016
High School Diploma -
Garrison High School
Garrison, TX05-2012
Skills
- NBCOT Certification #408334 / Texas License #215415
- CPI Dementia Capable Care Specialist 2017-Present
- Health Care Spanish Certified 2017-Present
- Stepping Into Handwriting Certified 2017-Present
- CPR Certified 2016-Present
- Certified Nurse Assistant 2011-2018
- Fall prevention strategies
- Fine motor skills development
- Collaborative teamwork
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Within Reach Children's Therapy
12.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Gaspy Home Healthcare
01.2022 - 01.2024
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Regent Care Center of Kingwood
10.2018 - 11.2024
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Houston Pediatric Company
09.2018 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health And Technology
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Panola College
Associate of Science -
Panola College
High School Diploma -
Garrison High School
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