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Lauren Osmond

Venice,FL

Summary

I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with 11 years of experience. I have been working with individuals in various clinical settings including Acute care, Short term and Long term rehabilitation facilities. Well-versed in delivering effective rehabilitation services, documenting progress, time management and communication skills. My experience as an Occupational Therapist Assistant includes rehabilitation in physical disabilities including Auto Immune Disorders, Orthopedic Rehabilitation, Neurological Rehabilitation, and Amputee Rehabilitation. I have a focused team approach towards helping patients develop skills such as feeding, grooming, bathing, dressing and self independence. In my 11 years of experience I have developed a professional interest in Alzheimer's and Dementia Intervention and excel in wheelchair positioning and adaptive equipment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Aegis Therapies
VENICE, FL
07.2013 - Current
  • Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
  • 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.
  • Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
  • Provided direct occupational therapy services in short term and settings.
  • Provided direct occupational therapy services in [Type] settings.
  • Consistently complied with applicable laws and regulations and ensured facility adhered to Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
  • Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, educational and vocational areas.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Genesis Therapies
Venice, FL
06.2017 - 02.2018
  • Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, educational and vocational areas.
  • Provided direct occupational therapy services in Short term and Long term settings.
  • Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
  • Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
  • Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
  • Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
  • Ensured safety and well-being of patients.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming.
  • Improved delivery of patient care through reviewing and implementing improvements to clinical approaches.
  • Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.

Occupational Therapist Assistant

Sunset Lakes Health And Rehabilitation
Venice, FL
07.2008 - 04.2013
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Educated patients on safe and effective use of therapy equipment, such as pulleys, weights and inclined surfaces.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions, including back pain, arthritis, fractures, head injuries and strokes.
  • Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
  • Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
  • Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming.
  • Consistently complied with applicable laws and regulations and ensured facility adhered to Medicare and Medicaid regulations.

Activities Assistant

Palmer Ranch
Sarasota, FL
05.2005 - 11.2007
  • Scheduled movies, entertainment and other special events.
  • Enhanced activity strategies to help users of different ability levels engage in activities.
  • Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities and confidence.
  • Drove engagement and outreach with special events focused on bringing in new users.
  • Promoted exceptional quality of life for all residents by innovating, organizing and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
  • Engaged residents through events, small groups and personal attention.
  • Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
  • Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.

Education

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota
Bradenton, FL
05.2008

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Bluefield State College
Bluefield, WV

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN

Skills

  • Activities of Daily Living training
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Neurology awareness
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Mobility assistance aptitude
  • Patient-focused care
  • Life skills development
  • Small group instruction
  • Pain management
  • Modalities Certified
  • One-on-one instruction
  • Skilled in electronic documentation programs
  • Wheelchair Positioning

Biography

Hello, My name is Lauren Osmond. I was born in Charleston SC, and went to high school in Lewisburg WV. While attending college at the University of Tennessee I continued a life long love of horse back riding when competing in the intercollegiate riding team. It was my love of horses that pursed my interest in to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program to become certified in Hippotherapy. After graduating from school I settled in Venice FL where I met and married my husband. My new career called me to the geriatric population where i have practiced as a Skilled Occupational Therapy Assistant for the last 11 years. I have passed on my love for horses to both my daughter who is six and my son who is two both take riding lessons. My husband who also works in the therapy field as a PTA is originally from Medford Lakes, NJ. We are relocating to the area from Florida this summer. I'm looking to continue and develop my career as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in a new community.

Timeline

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Genesis Therapies
06.2017 - 02.2018

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Aegis Therapies
07.2013 - Current

Occupational Therapist Assistant

Sunset Lakes Health And Rehabilitation
07.2008 - 04.2013

Activities Assistant

Palmer Ranch
05.2005 - 11.2007

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Bluefield State College

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
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