Linda Wells
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a proven track record in delivering compassionate and effective patient care in rehabilitation settings. Known for dedication to fostering teamwork and achieving therapeutic goals, while seamlessly adapting to evolving patient needs. Skilled in utilizing a wide range of therapeutic techniques and conducting comprehensive patient assessments. Reliable, friendly and flexible approach highly regarded by colleagues.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COTA/L
Bride Brook Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.2015 - 04.2025
- Provided skilled, evidence-based OT treatment to adults requiring short-term or long-term rehabilitation due to physical disability or conditions such as dementia, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease.
- Maintained all necessary documentation. Performed assessments as needed. Collaborated closely with supervising occupational therapists and interdisciplinary team members to provide compassionate, quality care.
- Assisted patients in achieving greater independence through adaptive equipment training and environmental modifications.
- Prioritized patient safety by adhering to proper body mechanics, infection control protocols, and other facility guidelines during all therapy sessions.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay up-to-date on advancements within the field of occupational therapy.
Health and Wellness Professional
Self-employed
01.2002 - 01.2017
- Provided professional health and wellness services for adults which included group and individual yoga classes, mat Pilates, and senior fitness instruction for all levels and abilities.
- Provided personalized Thai Yoga Massage Therapy for individuals.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships with clients and co-workers.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Author
University of Michigan Press
01.1999 - 01.2008
- Authored 7 ESL/EFL textbooks, titles available on request or at www.press.umich.edu.
Education
Associate of Science Degree - Occupational Therapy Assistant Technology
New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich, RI12.2014
Master of Science in Education Degree - TESOL
Temple University Japan
07.1994
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Comparative History of Ideas
University of Washington
Seattle, WA03.1986
Skills
- Therapeutic interventions
- Documentation and reporting
- Functional mobility and ADL training
- Wheelchair positioning
- Environmental modification
- Patient and family education
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary team
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Therapeutic Interventions and the Use of Prefabricated Orthotics in the Long-Term Care Setting (Splinting Solutions, LLC) 2018-10-17
- Considerations of Cognition: Mobility and Relation of Exercise to Cognitive Function (MedBridge) 2018-09-24
- General Principles of Pharmacology (MedBridge) 2018-03-25
- Dementia: Using Assistive Technology to Improve Functional Performance (MedBridge) 2018-03-25
- Dementia: Improving Physical Performance and Functional Mobility (MedBridge) 2018-03-18
- Dementia: Improving Activities of Living (MedBridge) 2018-03-10
- Dementia: Therapist's Guide to Behavioral Management 2018-02-22
- Dementia and Capacity for Learning in Rehabilitation Sciences (MedBridge) 2017-12-15
- Real Applications of Yoga in Rehab (Cross Country Education) 2016-04-01
- Physical Agent Modality Basics – Shortwave Diathermy (Accelerated Care Plus) 2016-01-05
- Physical Agent Modality Basics – Electrotherapy (Accelerated Care Plus) 2016-01-05
- Physical Agent Modality Basics – Ultrasound (Accelerated Care Plus) 2016-01-05
- Chronic Heart Failure and Rehab (Accelerated Care Plus) 2016-01-05
- Successful Lymphedema Management & Complete Decongestive Therapy (Cross Country Education) 2015-11-13
- Effective Geriatric Rehab (Summit Professional Education) 2015-09-26
Affiliations
- COTA License: Connecticut #1589
- NPI: #1710364161
- AOTA Member
- Essential Practitioner of Thai Yoga Massage, Lotus Palm School, Montreal, Canada
- Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher, RYT 200 hours
- SilverSneakers Senior Fitness Instructor, Healthcare Dimensions, Tempe, AZ
- AAFA Group exercise instructor
Timeline
COTA/L
Bride Brook Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.2015 - 04.2025
Health and Wellness Professional
Self-employed
01.2002 - 01.2017
Author
University of Michigan Press
01.1999 - 01.2008
Master of Science in Education Degree - TESOL
Temple University Japan
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Comparative History of Ideas
University of Washington
Associate of Science Degree - Occupational Therapy Assistant Technology
New England Institute of Technology
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