Laura Rodriguez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills.
Looking for a meaningful and quality position that will allow my talents along with empathy to shine.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Just 4 Kids Therapy Services
Kerrville, TX
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided direct care to clients, including therapeutic activities and exercises.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and treatments.
- Monitored patients' responses to treatments and reported any changes to the therapist.
- Instructed patients in basic daily living skills, such as grooming and dressing.
- Prepared treatment areas for therapy sessions by setting up equipment.
- Assisted with developing individualized treatment plans for each patient's needs.
- Provided guidance to families on how best to support their loved ones through therapy programs.
- Encouraged clients by providing positive reinforcement for achievements made during therapy sessions.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques they can do at home between therapy sessions.
- Provided education and instruction to patients and families.
- Implemented patient treatment plans as established by licensed occupational therapists in support of patient goals.
- Adjusted treatment plans based on in-progress evaluations and patient satisfaction.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
New Braunfels, TX
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Assisted occupational therapists in developing treatment plans for patients.
- Performed patient assessments to identify areas of need and design individualized therapy programs.
- Observed and documented patient progress during treatments, including changes in physical or mental status.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions, such as exercises, and functional activities.
- Provided instruction on the use of adaptive equipment and assistive devices to maximize independence.
- Monitored patient safety throughout all treatments and interventions.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions, such as exercises, strhing activities, and functional activities.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, including daily notes, evaluations, reports.
- Developed educational materials and provided training to clients regarding self-care techniques.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure safe delivery of services to patients.
- Provided emotional support for patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or challenging life events.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss current cases and develop new strategies for treatment plans.
- Educated family members about proper care techniques so they can provide assistance at home.
- Organized group activities that promote socialization among participants while reinforcing motor skills development.
- Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Pinnacle Montessori
San Antonio , TX
12.2010 - 09.2012
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
- Ensured compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
- Selected optimal curricula and planned daily lessons to meet needs of children with various developmental levels.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Worked with teachers to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
- Communicated objectives for lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
Lead Infant Room Teacher
Primrose Schools
San Antonio , TX
01.2009 - 12.2010
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to engage infants in activities such as singing, reading stories, and playing games.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment to ensure the physical, emotional, cognitive and social development of each infant.
- Observed infants' behavior and documented progress on daily basis.
- Supervised assistants or aides who provided direct care for infants.
- Ensured that all safety standards were met at all times.
- Maintained records of attendance, meals served and medications administered.
- Established positive relationships with parents by providing them with updates about their children's development through verbal communication or written reports.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan special events such as field trips or holiday parties.
- Attended staff meetings to discuss best practices for working with infants and toddlers.
- Encouraged language development by engaging infants in conversations throughout the day.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding their child's growth and development.
- Provided guidance for teaching assistants on how best to meet the needs of individual children.
- Updated each child's log with important activities and discussed data with parents.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
St. Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN05.2021
Skills
- Patient Care Standards
- Patient Reception
- Patient Rehabilitation
- Patient Care Planning
- Progress Documentation
- Patient Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Software knowledge
- Typing
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Planning
- Positive Reinforcement
- Supply Management
- Curriculum Implementation
- Reliable
- Exceptional Organizational Skills
- Customer Service
- Positive and Cheerful
- Classroom Management
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Just 4 Kids Therapy Services
10.2022 - 12.2023
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2021 - 04.2023
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Pinnacle Montessori
12.2010 - 09.2012
Lead Infant Room Teacher
Primrose Schools
01.2009 - 12.2010
Associate of Applied Science -
St. Catherine University
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