Kristopher Sagastume
MIAMI,FL
Summary
A dedicated and detail-oriented Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) with 4 years of hands-on experience providing high-quality patient care and therapeutic support. Skilled in assessing patient needs, implementing customized therapeutic interventions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. In addition to my OTA experience, I bring a strong background in compliance, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, policies, and procedures within healthcare settings. Known for my ability to maintain confidentiality, streamline operations, and navigate complex compliance issues while delivering compassionate patient care. Adept at balancing the demands of patient support and regulatory requirements, with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care and compliance.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Health HR
Miami, FL
05.2024 - Current
- Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning and sterilizing therapeutic equipment.
- Assisted occupational therapists in developing individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Adapted treatment plans based on patient feedback regarding pain levels or difficulty performing activities.
- Evaluated home environments for safety hazards and accessibility issues related to mobility needs.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics when assisting patients with transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Maintained a safe environment throughout all therapy sessions by adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored vital signs during therapy sessions, reported any changes promptly to supervising therapist.
EOC Coordinator 1
University of Miami Health System
Miami, FL
06.2022 - Current
- Monitored project progress and provided updates to stakeholders.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Solicited, gathered, compiled, and organized Environment of Care, Fire Safety, and Utilities Systems documentation.
- Participated in an overall patient and staff safety project, obtaining final inspection and inventory reports from contractors.
- Responsible for ensuring that reports comply with all regulatory agencies, such as TJC, AAAHC, AHCA, and OSHA requirements.
- Coordinate the collection, organization, and archiving of documentation related to Life Safety Measures.
- Worked closely with contractors to gather final inspection reports, enhancing overall patient and staff safety.
- Maintained accurate financial reporting on projects, ensuring timely, routine inspection, testing, and maintenance.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Rehabilitation of South Florida
Miami, FL
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning and sterilizing therapeutic equipment.
- Instructed patients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers.
- Created detailed records of treatments, progress, and discharge summaries.
- Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and progress reports.
- Assisted occupational therapists in developing individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Adapted treatment plans based on patient feedback regarding pain levels or difficulty performing activities.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics when assisting patients with transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Developed activities that promoted functional independence through fine motor coordination exercises.
- Administered standardized tests to measure client's performance in areas such as strength, range of motion, sensation and coordination.
- Maintained a safe environment throughout all therapy sessions by adhering to safety protocols.
- Implemented modalities including ultrasound, electrical stimulation or hot and cold packs under the direction of a therapist.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Leadership And Management Innovation
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL12-2025
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Keiser University, Miami, FL, US
Miami, FL02-2021
Skills
- Geriatric rehabilitation
- Handwriting improvement
- Fall prevention strategies
- Documentation and reporting
- Range of motion improvement
- Autism spectrum
- Schedule management
- Social skills development
- Sensory processing improvements
- Fine motor skills development
- Therapeutic exercise programming
- Therapeutic techniques
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Health HR
05.2024 - Current
EOC Coordinator 1
University of Miami Health System
06.2022 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Rehabilitation of South Florida
09.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Leadership And Management Innovation
Miami Dade College
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Keiser University, Miami, FL, US
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