Kimberly Martinez
Corsicana,TX
Summary
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience in providing care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients in various healthcare settings including long-term care, acute care, outpatient, and inpatient. Exhibiting a gentle and empathetic manner along with excellent communication skills to aid patients in their journey towards improvement. Known for strong organization, communication and time management skills as well as diligent multitasker with analytical problem-solving skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Fieldwork Student
Legend Oaks Healthcare And Rehabilitation
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
- Coordinated a caseload of 10-12 patients daily, adhering to set minutes per Medicare, and Medicaid guidelines.
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Supported and built caring relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as dementia.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
Fieldwork Student
Palestine Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Provided immediate treatment intervention post-evaluation by the occupational therapist, while ensuring ongoing daily coordination with speech and physical therapy teams.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercise programs.
- Helped determine realistic treatment goals and adjusted steps based on patient progress.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills to prior level of function.
- Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Fieldwork Student
Camp OT Pediatrics
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Supported and built caring relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, and developmental delay.
- Collected patient information and tracked their advancement throughout all phases of therapy.
- Enhanced comprehension of therehabilitation process through effective communication with patients and their families.
- Patient intervention to improve self-regulation, motor planning, attention, self-care, behavior, bilateral coordination, body awareness, play/socialization, transition, and sensory integration.
Education
Associate of Arts - Occupational Therapy Assistance
05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science With Pre-occupation in OT
12.2019
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
08.2016
Skills
- Bilingual in spanish and english
- Clinical Team Collaboration
- Standards of Patient Care
- Documentation Abilities
- Patient Assessments
- Time Management
- CPR
- Dependability
- Health Promotion and Maintenance
- Therapeutic Techniques
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Empathy and Compassion
Hobbies
In my leisure time, I enjoy engaging in a variety of hobbies. Hiking and traveling allow me to explore new places and cultures, while crocheting and painting allow me to express my creativity. Cooking is another passion of mine, as I find joy in experimenting with new recipes. Additionally, I am dedicated to maintaining my fitness and nutrition, which I prioritize a part of a healthy lifestyle.
Timeline
Fieldwork Student - Legend Oaks Healthcare And Rehabilitation
02.2023 - 05.2023
Fieldwork Student - Palestine Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - 03.2023
Fieldwork Student - Camp OT Pediatrics
06.2022 - 08.2022
Navarro College - Associate of Arts, Occupational Therapy Assistance
Lamar University - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science With Pre-occupation in OT
Trinity Valley Community College - Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts And General Studies
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