Lisa Stariha

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) dedicated to delivering accurate, compassionate, and client-centered treatment approaches. Committed to providing the highest quality care through occupational therapy. Motivated by an unwavering love for all people, I strive to go above and beyond for each client. Guided by a personal mission to make a positive impact on the lives I serve, I deliver exceptional care with a focus on making a difference.

• WI, 07/30/15, 05/31/23, #5209-27
• NBCOT, 07/22/15, 03/31/24, #345495

• Facilitated functional interventions that restored and enhanced performance in individuals with variety of functional impairments.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team, when needed and appropriate, to best serve every patient in the most beneficial way.
• Fitted patients' needs and capabilities to modify/adapt interventions for optimal gains according to their goals.
• Monitored patients' performance in therapy activities, provided encouragement.
• Communicated and collaborated with other healthcare professionals involved with care of patient.
• Attended care plan meetings to review patient progress and update care plans.
• Assembled, clean and maintained equipment and materials for patient use.
• Assisted occupational therapists with implementing treatment plans designed to help clients function independently.
• Analyzed sales numbers and performance metrics to locate deficits and implement process improvements.
• Created and distributed training materials and programs to staff members.
• Solved problems and resolved conflicts for team members and customers.
• Set sales targets and budgets for team leads and employees to follow.
• Evaluated customer feedback and complaints to locate weaknesses and improve service.
• Reviewed financial statements, sales or activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity.
• Orchestrated administrative activities directly related to making products or providing services.
• Demonstrated and supported continuous improvement and growth mindset.
• Fabricated, and repair assistive devices and make adaptive changes to equipment and environments.
• Attended continuing education classes.
• Evaluated daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally and emotionally disabled clients.
• Observed and recorded patients' progress, attitudes and behavior and maintained information in client records.
• Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
• Assisted in instructing, patients and families in home programs, basic living skills and use of adaptive equipment.
• Fitted patients' needs and capabilities.