Lindsey Chauvin
Houma,LA
Summary
Caring OTA with extensive experience working with all populations to promote health and functionality. Compassionate with gentle demeanor and well-developed communication skills to support patients' progress. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills to create adaptations for patient activities. In addition to 19 years of experience working as a OTA, also served as Director of Therapy for 10 of those years,
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Reliant Rehabilitation
2006.08 - 2020.10
- Facilitated understanding of rehabilitation process by communicating with patients and families.
- Instructed patients and families on skills, techniques and exercises for at-home rehabilitation.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living by suggesting adaptions to activities.
- Documented resident's progress and recorded statistics.
- Selected, modified and customized adaptive equipment and assistive technology for patients.
- Implemented patient treatment plans as established by licensed occupational therapists in support of patient goals.
- Provided education and instruction to patients and families.
- Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
- Directed, coordinated, and supervised the team of therapist to ensure all therapeutic services are provided in accordance with company policies.
- Acted as a liaison between therapy staff, administration, medical staff, nursing staff and the community representing the department at professional meetings.
- Maintained a staff of sufficient number to effectively provide quality care for patients.
- Initiated training and education programs for supporting healthcare staff.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Early Steps
2014.01 - 2017.09
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Developed and implemented targeted treatment plans to support individuals with developmental disabilities in achieving their goals.
- Offered guidance and support to families of children with disabilities or developmental challenges.
- Assessed and documented childs progress with established goals.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Chitimacha Tribal School
2008.09 - 2011.05
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Collaborated with the education team to address student needs to improve their performance in a variety of learning environments (e.g., playgrounds, classrooms, lunchrooms, bathrooms) and optimize their performance with adaptions and accommodations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Pennsylvania College Of Technology
Williamsport, PA9 2005
Skills
- Communication
- Organization
- Team management
- People skills
- Leadership
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Early Steps
2014.01 - 2017.09
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Chitimacha Tribal School
2008.09 - 2011.05
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Reliant Rehabilitation
2006.08 - 2020.10
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Pennsylvania College Of Technology
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